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What are your views on NHS and partners sharing information to improve services?
Complete the Somerset health data survey to have your say, find out how your anonymous data may be shared, and how you can opt out. We are working in collaboration with Somerset’s Integrated Care System's (ICS) Digital Data and Technology (DDaT) community to listen to your thoughts, concerns, and ideas about the sharing of your data for population health and care improvements. The ICS's Digital Data and Technology (DDaT) community are developing the Somerset Linked Data Platf
Nov 12


Thinking Together about accessible information in health and care
We want to thank everyone who came to our Thinking Together event and joined the conversation about accessible health and care information in Somerset. On Wednesday 22 October we delivered our public event aimed at bringing Somerset residents and 13 health and care organisations together to learn and talk about accessible information for everyone. The event was a morning of presentations covering a wide variety of accessibility subjects including: Accessible information by He
Nov 8


Annual report 2024-25: Unlocking the power of people-driven care
Our annual report, Unlocking the power of people-driven care, highlights how we've worked throughout the year to understand people's...
Jun 27


The people’s choice 2025: Listening to your voice in our key projects for in 2024/25
We asked you to help shape our workplan for 2025/26 and our latest report shows the results of what you told us. Each year, we gather...
May 15


Cast your vote for our key projects in 2025/26
Tell us what you want us to report in the next 12 months.
Jan 31


Do you look after a family member or friend who couldn’t manage without your support?
Investigating available information for unpaid carers in Somerset. Over 49,000 unpaid carers in Somerset help take care of a family...
Oct 7, 2024


What is an NHS and Care Volunteer Responder, and how can I access this service?
Did you know Volunteer Responders can help you access support and services such as collecting prescriptions and shopping delivery? The...
Dec 1, 2023


Collaborative event sets the stage for renewed commitment to Somerset’s unpaid carers
The Somerset Carers Engagement Project recently achieved a significant milestone in its mission to empower and support unpaid carers...
Nov 23, 2023


Improving access to young people’s mental health services
In our latest report, we call on those responsible for young people’s mental health services to improve awareness, availability and...
Oct 31, 2023


Looking after your health during the cost of living crisis
The continuing cost of living crisis is negatively affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on...
Oct 1, 2023


What is adult social care?
Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below to find out answers to key questions about who can access adult...
Sep 14, 2023


How to stay informed while you wait for care
The wait for planned medical care or surgery can be frustrating. That’s why you must get regular and accessible updates while you wait....
Aug 23, 2023


What to expect after being referred for an autism assessment
Autism affects people in different ways. It can bring strengths and challenges that can affect how comfortable, healthy, and happy you...
Aug 20, 2023


Healthwatch Somerset Annual Report: Working together to improve health and social care
Last year, we supported over 4,370 people to have their say on health and social care and to get information and advice about local...
Jun 28, 2023


How to access mental health support if you have gender, sexuality or relationship diversity
Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) people. If you...
Jun 20, 2023


What support can I get as a carer?
Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. Find out more about the help and support you are entitled to. If you...
Jun 6, 2023


Looking after your oral health while living in a care home
Living in a care home can increase your risk of oral health problems. That's why knowing what questions to ask care staff about your oral...
May 30, 2023


What should you expect after a dementia diagnosis
Receiving a dementia diagnosis can be a life-changing event, but knowing what support is available to you and what steps to take next can...
May 11, 2023


Enter and View report: West Mendip Hospital, Glastonbury
Our report following a visit to West Mendip Hospital, Glastonbury. The wards provide 36 beds, which host a mixture of patients: on...
Apr 26, 2023


Evaluating people’s experiences of being transferred from hospital to care at home or in the community
Our new report evaluates people’s experiences of being discharged from hospital to be cared for at home or in a residential or community...
Apr 16, 2023
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