Healthwatch County Durham

We are Healthwatch County Durham. We are your independent champions for health and social care, which means if you have any comments, complaints or compliments about health and social care services we will listen to you and intervene/help if or when you need it. Health and social care services include GP surgeries, hospitals, pharmacies, care homes, in-patient services, mental health support and more. We are also a signposting service. If you are looking for help or support in County Durham we are on hand to signpost you to services that will suit your needs. You will find us at many events in the county so keep your eyes peeled, and we will let you know where we will be. If you would like to get in touch with us, see the contact details below or visit our website at https://lnkd.in/eUtex-2F to find out more about us, read the reports we have produced and get more of an insight into what we do. Contact: 📞  0800 3047039 ✉️ healthwatchcountydurham@pcp.uk.net 📍Whitfield House St Johns Road Meadowfield Industrial Estate DH7 8XL

Our Enter and View - Derwent Clinic report is now available. Find out what feedback we received from patients who have used the service and the recommendations we have suggested based on the feedback. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eqRW-zqz

The Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) in Newton Aycliffe will be opening their doors to a Welcome Space every Wednesday, starting 8th January. There will be a chance to take part in activities. A free meal will also be provided each week with a vegan option available. Free sessions are from 4pm to 6.30pm, you don't need to book.

Bullion Hall in Chester Le Street's new Let's Connect Film Club will be starting this Thursday (9th January) between 2:30-4:30pm for 12 weeks. It is for people with Learning Difficulties to create and act in their own film. For more info email patricia@bullionhall.com 📽️

Get in touch! Have you been discharged from hospital in the last 6 months and needed domiciliary care? We would like to hear from you in a face to face interview to gather your experiences. We are happy to do it in a place convenient to you and if you are picked you will receive a £20 gift card. Contact Gail on gail.mcgee@pcp.uk.net to express your interest.

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trustare looking for current or recent (within the last 3 years) who have used their maternity or neonatal services to work alongside their Maternity and Neonatal Voices Partnership (MNVP) lead in County Durham. You will get the opportunity to represent the voices of families and create positive improvements in the service. If you are interested, apply here: https://lnkd.in/eHXq5Gst Closing date is tomorrow (Friday 3rd January).

Why not start the New Year by taking on the Dry January challenge and quit drinking for the rest of this month? Double your chances of an alcohol free month by signing up to Alcohol Change UK for free tools and tips here: https://lnkd.in/enMwYiwN

Happy New Year! 🎉 Hope you have a safe, happy and healthy 2025.

If you or someone you know are struggling over the festive break, please remember you are not alone. Take a look at the Durham County Council rainbow guides to find the right emotional/mental support for you.

This festive season, why not treat yourself by eating out and leave the turkey at home. 🍗 Take a look at the poster to find out where children can eat for £1 or for free.