Healthwatch North East Lincolnshire

26/08/2026

Our Emergency Departments in Grimsby and Scunthorpe are extremely busy at the moment – and the message we’re getting from our clinical teams is a lot of the patients arriving could be seen far more quickly elsewhere.

We’re always here for you if you need us – and if it’s an emergency, please don’t hesitate to come.

However, if it's not, there are some options we'd really appreciate it if you tried first.

If you're in North East Lincolnshire, you can call the Single Point of Access (SPA) line and speak to the team of expert clinicians who can give you advice and support over the phone. You can reach SPA 24/7 by calling 01472 256256
No matter where you are, you can also call 111.

Alternatively, you could call your GP or speak to your local pharmacist. If you do come to A&E and your condition is not urgent, we’re sorry but please prepare for lengthy waits, as we prioritise those with serious injury and life threatening illness.

26/08/2026

If you're popping into North East Lincolnshire Recovery Partnership Cleethorpes today look out for the Healthwatch banner! We'll be there collecting feedback about local health and social care services from 10am-12pm. Come and have a natter! 🩷💚

Get confidential help in North East Lincolnshire for drug and alcohol challenges. Access free support and resources today to start your recovery journey.

26/08/2026

Our crash bed, ready for the next person that needs it🛏️

To some of us, this may look like the bare basics: a clean bed, fresh towels, toiletries and somewhere warm to rest.

But to someone who has been sleeping rough, these basics can mean so much more. It’s a safe space, dignity and warmth.

Because everyone deserves a warm bed to sleep in, every night 💙

25/08/2026

Did you feel ready to leave hospital when the time came?

If you were discharged from hospital in the past year, we want to learn about your experience.

Share your story: https://bit.ly/4qolIyr

25/08/2026

From today, NHS England is rolling out HPV self-testing kits for women who have fallen behind on their cervical screening.

The free kits can be used at home, making it easier for more women to complete potentially lifesaving checks to help prevent cervical cancer.

Eligible women will start receiving invitations today, so check your phone, your email or your post to see if you qualify.

If you're invited, you'll be able to order a free kit through the NHS App or your NHS online account, and get back on track with protecting yourself against cervical cancer.

25/08/2026

Looking forward to the Older People's Advice Day on 30th September! 🩷💚

24/08/2026

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21/08/2026

Thank you to Humberside Police - North East Lincolnshire for inviting us to the Together for Tomorrow Community Day at Sutcliffe Playing Park. Thank you to everyone that gave feedback on health and social care services in North East Lincolnshire, despite the rain!

21/08/2026

Starting on 26th September every sixth Saturday we will be holding a Coffee morning with North East Lincolnshire Parent Carer Forum (NELPCF) at our offices in Grimsby. So if you are a parent carer of a child with SEND come and have a chat to other parent carers.
For more information please call 01472 242277

www.carerssupportcentre.com
[email protected]

21/08/2026

Healthwatch will be at the 'Together for Tomorrow Community Event' at Sutcliffe Playing Park, Nunsthorpe, today between 10am and 2pm. We look forward to gaining your feedback on health and social care services in North East Lincolnshire. We will see you there!


Humberside Police - North East Lincolnshire