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The independent consumer champion for health and social care in Hampshire. Account will not be monitored 6th Dec to 20th Dec.

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healthwatchhampshire.co.uk/have-your-say Healthwatch is the independent consumer champion created to gather and represent the views of the public. It exists in two distinct forms – local Healthwatch and Healthwatch England, at national level. The aim of Healthwatch Hampshire is to give citizens and communities across the county a stronger voice to influence and challenge how health and social care services are provided.

19/06/2026

Digital barriers are a regular feature in feedback we receive. People told us that online-first systems can make services inaccessible, especially when they need to speak to someone directly or use a non-digital option.

One caller told us that he has communication difficulties and is on the waiting list for an autism assessment. He needs a GP appointment, but reception told him that all access to appointments is online and he finds this too overwhelming. He has a number of health issues and is only allowed to talk about one per visit, but he cannot get to see anyone.

Read more in our insight article https://www.healthwatchhampshire.co.uk/post/the-accessible-information-standard-what-we-are-hearing

18/06/2026

We'll be joining the Say Aphasia drop in group next week to hear about people's experiences of health and social care.

📅Monday 22nd June
⏰10am-12pm
📢 St Lawrence Church Hall, Colebrook Street, Wi******er

Hope to see you there!

17/06/2026

'Boys and men often experience undiagnosed mental health issues, with behavioural problems in boys leading to poor lifetime outcomes.

Evidence suggests that boys and men are less likely to seek mental health care, yet su***de rates among young men and men generally remain high' (Department of Health & Social Care).

This Men's Health Week, lets ensure that mental health and physical health are equally valued.

15/06/2026

If you are having an issue with your GP practice, the first thing you may want to do is speak directly with the practice manager.

Hopefully, you will be able to reach a resolution. If after this you feel that the situation is still unresolved, you may decide you want to raise a formal complaint.

Find out more about making a complaint to health and social care services on our website.

15/06/2026

If you’re worried about cervical screening, have shared some great advice

1) Share your feelings
2) Read some tips from their online community
3) Get support from the MacMillan support line on 0808 800 00 00

12/06/2026

Don't forget to join our public Advisory Board meeting next week, either online or in person.

Our workplan for 2026/27 will be getting finalised, so this is a great chance to hear what we will be up to and ask any questions.

📅Date: Tues 16th June 2026
⏰Time: 10am-12.30pm
📍 Location: Andover Community Church, Charlton Rd, Andover SP10

Hope to see you there! https://www.healthwatchhampshire.co.uk/post/our-next-advisory-board-meeting

11/06/2026

Urgent care services provide medical help when it is needed quickly but is not life-threatening, offering an alternative to attending emergency departments.

The NHS is seeking people’s views and experiences to help shape how urgent care services such as GP out-of-hours services, night nursing services and urgent treatment centres are delivered.

NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight is reviewing its urgent care contracts as existing agreements come up for renewal in 2028, creating an opportunity to look at how services work together and how people access care.

The review covers services in Portsmouth, Southampton, and Hampshire. While Isle of Wight services are not up for renewal, feedback from island residents will help inform future service development.

It takes approximately 10 minutes to complete, is anonymous and open until Sunday June 21.

Alternative formats, including Easy Read, large print and translated versions, are available on request, alongside support to complete the survey. Please email [email protected]

https://survey.ntropydata.co.uk/surveys/JG2026IUC2

10/06/2026

While the Accessible Information Standard sets out clear duties, feedback we've received suggests that these are not always being applied consistently in practice.

For example, we heard that some people, including people with learning disabilities, felt that professionals spoke to their carer rather than to them directly.

Read more in our recent insight article www.healthwatchhampshire.co.uk/post/the-accessible-information-standard-what-we-are-hearing

09/06/2026

Making a complaint can feel scary and daunting, and you might be wondering if it’s worth the time and effort.

However we have a range of information to support you if you need to make a complaint. Have a look today to make the process less confusing 📝

https://www.healthwatchhampshire.co.uk/help-making-a-complaint

08/06/2026

There are 5.8 million unpaid carers in the UK. This week, 8-14 June 2026, is Carers Week.

Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges unpaid carers face, and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK.

For more information, visit Carers UK

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