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Joint Healthwatch statement

Joint Healthwatch Response to Latest CQC Report on Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Following on from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) reports on Newcastle Upon Tyne NHS Hospital Trust. Healthwatch Gateshead and Healthwatch Newcastle, alongside Healthwatch Northumberland and Healthwatch North Tyneside have released a joint statement.

Please download the full statement below.
24 January 2024
News

Loneliness in the retirement-age population in Gateshead and Newcastle

Healthwatch Gateshead and Healthwatch Newcastle undertook a joint research project to engaged with retirement-age residents of Gateshead and Newcastle to understand their experiences of loneliness and isolation. The project focused on three key areas including:

•           Any factors people felt contributed to feelings of loneliness & isolation and its prevalence in people’s lives. 
•           Awareness and use of local services that focused on reducing loneliness and isolation.
•           What worked well and areas for development.

We collected data from the survey from January 2023 to April 2023, and circulated both a digital survey and a paper-based survey format.

The key findings are:

•                Loneliness can occur to anyone, and in particularly felt by those aged between 65 and 74, are women, and are carers. 
•                Loneliness is not simply a symptom of getting older but is instead prevalent when the needs of older people are not effectively taken care of. This is especially important in terms of access and mobility, including travel routes and venues for activities.
•                Loneliness is something often felt for a long period of time and felt more actively in those aged between 65 and 74, possibly due to recent retirement and bereavement.
•                Social activities are often the most successful in engaging older people, and community-based groups are well-received.
•                Users who engage with some services are more likely to engage with multiple, services though there is a high rate of respondents here who do not participate at all.
•                Key issues preventing potential users from engaging with services are poor transport options and a lack of development of local facilities.  
•                There is interest in specific activities, like physical fitness and arts activities for some people within some communities.

Our key recommendations are: 

•                Support those leaving the workforce in adjusting to the changes that retirement brings.  
•                Work with communities to create community action plans to make sure local facilities are being utilised effectively and for the benefit of local communities.
•                Improve service infrastructure to ensure maximum reach and accessibility
•                Establish a focus group or engagement group to help services better understand how to reach older people.
22 January 2024
Report

Have your say about health and social care services in Gateshead and Newcastle

Healthwatch Gateshead and Healthwatch Newcastle are here to help make local health and care services better for you. We do this by finding out how you are experiencing these services and ultimately feeding this back to the people delivering and commissioning the services, to influence positive change based on what we have been told.
19 January 2024
News

5 Million People living with Diabetes in the UK

In a groundbreaking revelation, the latest report from Diabetes UK has sent shockwaves through the nation's healthcare landscape. The number of people living with diabetes in the UK has surpassed the 5 million mark for the first time, marking a significant milestone that demands our attention. This unprecedented figure not only highlights the scale of the issue but also underscores the urgent need for awareness, education, and proactive measures to tackle this growing public health challenge.
14 November 2023
Advice and Information

Healthwatch Gateshead and Healthwatch Newcastle welcome New Research and Engagement Manager

Healthwatch Gateshead proudly announces the appointment of Afsana Begum as their dynamic new Research and Engagement Manager. Armed with an impressive degree in Public Health, Afsana brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that will further invigorate the organisations' commitment to enhancing the health and well-being of individuals accessing health and social care services in Newcastle and Gateshead.
6 November 2023
News

How to get the most out of your GP appointment

Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most of your GP appointment.
3 November 2023
Advice and Information

Healthwatch Gateshead Newsletters - 2023

Read our Newsletters for 2023, stay up to date with information and activities from Healthwatch Gateshead.
26 October 2023
News

What is menopause and what are the signs?

With more than thirty recognised symptoms of menopause and growing awareness of the impact on day-to-day life, it can help to know what to look out for and what support is available.
18 October 2023
Advice and Information

Annual Joint Meeting Highlights

Celebrating Success: A Heartfelt Thank You for Making Our Annual Joint Meeting a Triumph!
9 October 2023
News
Magnifying Glass

One-third of adults in England express doubts about their ability to receive timely healthcare

- By Healthwatch England

New research conducted in 2023, reveals a concerning lack of public confidence when it comes to accessing critical NHS services in England. Approximately one-third of adults in England express doubts about their ability to receive timely healthcare, including services such as GP appointments, mental health support, and hospital care.
3 October 2023
News

Decision Making Policy

This policy applies to all relevant decisions made by Tell Us North, Healthwatch Newcastle and Healthwatch Gateshead.
23 August 2023
Report

Annual Joint Meeting

We are delighted to announce that the time has come for our much-anticipated Annual Joint Meeting, and we cordially invite you to join us for this significant event. This gathering serves as a valuable platform to strengthen our collaboration, share insights, and align our efforts for continued success.
1 August 2023
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