@healthwatchbh.bsky.socialRead our September newsletter: buff.ly/ngDfuq2 ⭐
This month, we're sharing our Homecare Check annual report, we're talking about men's health and ways to share experiences, @healthwatchengland.bsky.social research about GP contact, plus lots more. Thanks for reading!
@healthwatchleeds.bsky.socialA recent independent Leeds review found that trust and independence go hand in hand. As MPs consider the Health Bill today, we hope they will reflect on the importance of maintaining trusted, independent routes for people to share their experiences. #HealthBill #Leeds #IndependentVoice
@healthwatchleeds.bsky.socialAs the Health Bill reaches its Third Reading today, we believe independent voice should be strengthened, not removed. #HealthBill #Leeds #IndependentVoice
@healthwatchleeds.bsky.socialToday the Health Bill reaches its Third Reading.
Trust cannot be transferred through legislation. It is built over years through independent engagement with communities.
That is why independent voice matters.
@healthwatchleeds.bsky.socialIndependent voice helps reach people who don't always engage through traditional channels.
@healthwatchleeds.bsky.socialLast year, many people shared their experiences with Healthwatch Leeds, helping improve services including mental health crisis support, neighbourhood health and accessibility. Independent voice isn't just a structure. It's how people influence change. #HealthBill #Leeds #IndependentVoice
@healthwatchleeds.bsky.socialPeople speak openly because they know Healthwatch Leeds is independent of providers, commissioners and government. Trust isn't something that can simply be transferred through legislation. #HealthBill #Leeds #IndependentVoice
@healthwatchleeds.bsky.social“Healthwatch have been a constant, positive partner in the Integrated Care System, bringing patient and public voice into all our decision making fora.”
Rob Webster, Former Chief Executive, West Yorkshire ICB
@healthwatchleeds.bsky.socialHealthwatch Leeds carried out 11 Enter and View visits to health and care services last year.
This led to improvements in:
- Staffing
- Accessibility
- Medication safety
- Support for families
This statutory power would be lost under current proposals.
@youthwatchleeds.bsky.socialYoung people in Leeds told us mental health support needed to change.
Their feedback led to:
- Better signposting
- Improved hub environments
- Clearer information
Young people's voices changed services.
@healthwatchleeds.bsky.socialYoung people in Leeds told us mental health support needed to change.
Their feedback led to:
- Better signposting
- Improved hub environments
- Clearer information
Young people's voices changed services.
@healthwatchleeds.bsky.socialIndependent feedback from Leeds residents helped improve:
- BSL support
- Accessible patient information
- Interpreter access
Small changes. Huge difference.
#HealthBill #Leeds #IndependentVoice #SmallChangeBigDifference
@healthwatchleeds.bsky.socialAfter struggling to get answers following concerns about care, Jackie contacted Healthwatch Leeds. Within a day, her concerns were escalated and investigated.
Changes were introduced that improved procedures for other families.
Independent voice changes lives.
@healthwatchleeds.bsky.social“Healthwatch is such a valuable part of what we all do. If it goes, Leeds would need another ‘Healthwatch’.”
Jim Barwick, Former Chief Executive, Leeds GP Confederation.
Independent voice is not a barrier to change. It's part of how change happens.