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How to access care during the Coronavirus pandemic
We’re here to help during this difficult time. On this page we have collected information about services you can access during the Coronavirus lockdown.
17 April 2020
Advice and Information
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Planning care at the end of life
We explain why it’s important to have a plan in place, should you or a loved one become critically ill with coronavirus.
9 April 2020
Advice and Information
What Keeps Me Well Campaign
Healthwatch Wandsworth #WhatKeepsMeWell
Healthwatch Wandsworth (HWW) are looking for ways to engage with Wandsworth residents online whilst we are in self-isolate. We want to hear about what you are doing to ‘keep well’ during these testing times.
7 April 2020
News
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Coronavirus: What does shielding mean?
From 23 March 2020, the Government is contacting around 1.5 million NHS patients by letter, with guidance and information on ‘shielding’. Here's some more information to help you understand what shielding means in practice.
6 April 2020
Advice and Information
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Your community needs you – NHS call for volunteer army
Protect your loved ones and protect the nation, volunteer to help those that are most vulnerable to the effects of coronavirus (COVID-19) stay at home. Join the army of NHS volunteers today.
6 April 2020
News
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Someone I love has died - where can I find support
Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.
6 April 2020
Advice and Information
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Meet the newly elected Healtwatch Committee Members
Healthwatch Wandsworth is proud to welcome the three new committee members that were elected at the Healthwatch Assembly on Thursday 5 March.
26 March 2020
News
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News from the Healthwatch Assembly - 5th March 2020
The first Healthwatch Wandsworth Assembly of the year took place at St. Mary’s Church in Tooting and our topic was mental health. Find out more.
26 March 2020
Report
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Express your interest in volunteering with Healthwatch Wandsworth
Volunteers play an important role at Healthwatch Wandsworth. We always need local people to help us improve local health and care services for the residents of Wandsworth.
26 March 2020
News
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Enter & View visit to Intermediate Care at Home - Wandsworth Maximising Independence Team
We went to speak to people who have short term rehabilitation support from the Wandsworth Maximising Independence team. Read our report about what people told us and what the service have said about it.
26 March 2020
Report
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Enter & View visit to St George’s Hospital – Departure (Discharge) Lounge
We went to speak to people who were discharged from St George's Hospital via their Departure Lounge. Read our report about what people told us and what the hospital will be doing about our recommendations.
26 March 2020
Report
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Coronavirus is affecting my mental health – what can I do?
The current Coronavirus (COVID19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our seven steps to looking after your wellbeing while staying informed.
26 March 2020
Advice and Information