1. Registering with your GP: understanding your rights

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    People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

  2. What should you expect when it comes to care for your teeth?

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    Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you’re a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide.

  3. Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?

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    We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.

  4. Local NHS trusts not consistently meeting legal rights of deaf and blind patients to accessible information

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    Brent residents who are blind, deaf or have a learning disability are not being given as much support as they should by local health services, new research shows.

  5. Building better health equalities: new monthly lecture series

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    Join our monthly lectures to find out more about the key issues effecting health equalities.

  6. New funding for London dentists

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    Patients are promised more appointments and quicker treatment.

  7. Winter Access Funds Evaluation Reports – March 2022

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    Evaluating the additional services made available through Brent's winter access fund

  8. NHS funding brings relief to patients in Brent

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    NW London Clinical Commissioning Group runs additional weekend appointments

  9. Experiences of accessing a GP in Brent

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    We spoke to 371 people to find out about experiences of accessing a GP appointment in Brent

  10. Patient Experience Report 2021/2022 Q4

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    Summary of our patient experience feedback from January - March 2022

  11. Patient Experience Report 2020/2021 Q3

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    Summary of our patient experience feedback from January - March 2022

  12. Identifying Young Carers in Substance Misuse Households – Review of Recommendations

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    Following up on recommendations from 2018 to see what changes have been made

  13. Brent Council’s Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy - phase three consultation findings

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    We took Brent Council's draft Health & Wellbeing Strategy out into the community to see if it met their needs

  14. Experiences of online GP consultations in North West London

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    Patients across North West London shared their views on online GP consultations

  15. Inpatient Mouth Care in Brent

    Report -

    Healthwatch Brent conducted a review into hospitalised patients’ mouth care across wards in London North West University Trust.

  16. Inpatient Personal Care in Brent

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    Healthwatch Brent conducted a review into hospitalised patients’ experiences of non-clinical, personal care in London North West University Trust.

  17. Patient Experience at London North West London University Healthcare Trust

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    An overview of patient experiences from London North West University Trust.

  18. Developing Brent’s Health & Wellbeing Strategy: new report now available

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    We have been working closely with Brent Council to make sure the new Joint Health & Wellbeing Strategy meets the needs of our community.

  19. Celebrating our amazing volunteers

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    Volunteers are at the heart of Healthwatch Brent’s work – so during volunteers’ week we wanted to take the time to say thank you for everything that they do.

  20. Help shape health and social care as part of our Advisory Group

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    Could you help support Healthwatch Brent's work by offering expertise, experience and knowledge to shape our priorities?

  21. Meet Mary and Margaret - two of our longest-serving volunteers

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    Meet Margaret and Mary, two of Healthwatch Brent’s longest-serving volunteers.

  22. How can Healthwatch Brent make a difference? Our priorities for 2022-23

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    Over the past 12 months, hundreds of Brent residents and local organisations have shared feedback about what matters to them.

  23. GP access: the story in Brent

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    Thanks to feedback shared by hundreds of Brent residents, we've been able to go to local GPs with recommendations for how to improve access.

  24. What can you do as a Healthwatch Brent volunteer?

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    What do our volunteers get up to, and how can you get involved?

  25. Q4 quarterly monitoring report, 2021-2022

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    Executive summary of quarterly monitoring report

  26. Laying the foundations: Healthwatch Brent Annual Report 2021 - 2022

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    In our first year running Healthwatch Brent we've taken on some big priorities that matter to local people - like GP access, maternity improvements and Covid-19 vaccination. We've also developed close links with borough's diverse range of community and voluntary organisations. Read all about it in our 2021 - 2022 annual report.

  27. Opportunity: Join us as a Community Researcher

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    We're looking for people from Brent's Polish and Romanian communities to support our work.

  28. Advisory Group minutes - February 2022

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    Minutes from the February 2022 meeting of Healthwatch Brent's Advisory Group

  29. Covid-19 information and guidance

    Advice and Information -

    Information and guidance about Covid-19 (coronavirus). Information last updated 8 July 2022.

  30. The experience of health and social care provided in Supported Living Schemes in Brent

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    Summary of six enter and view visits to supported living schemes in Brent

  31. Visram House - Enter and View report

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    Part of our project looking at a number of care homes across Brent, with a particular focus on
    Adult Safeguarding

  32. 40 Verney Street - Enter and View report

    Report -

    Part of our project looking at a number of care homes across Brent, with a particular focus on
    Adult Safeguarding

  33. Brianwood House - Enter and View report

    Report -

    Part of our project looking at a number of care homes across Brent, with a particular focus on
    Adult Safeguarding

  34. Rugby Avenue - Enter and View report

    Report -

    Part of a planned strategy to look at a range of care and nursing homes within Brent to obtain a better idea of the quality of care provided.

  35. Willesden Lane - Enter and View report

    Report -

    Part of a planned strategy to look at a range of care and nursing homes within Brent to obtain a better idea of the quality of care provided.

  36. The Avenue - Enter and View report

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    Part of a planned strategy to look at a range of care and nursing homes within Brent to obtain a better idea of the quality of care provided.

  37. Healthwatch Brent wins national award

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    We are pleased to announce Healthwatch Brent is the winner of the ‘Outstanding individuals who’ve made a difference’ category at the 2019 Healthwatch Network Awards.

  38. Northwick Park Stroke Unit - Enter and View report

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    Healthwatch Brent made a visit to the Stroke Unit at Northwick Park Hospital to engage with patients and carers to hear their views on the service they are receiving.

  39. Christ Church Court - Enter and View report

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    Part of a planned strategy to look at a range of health and social care providers within Brent to obtain a better idea of the quality of care provided.

  40. Rosemary House - Enter and View report

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    Part of a planned strategy to look at a range of health and social care providers within Brent to obtain a better idea of the quality of care provided.

  41. Tulsi House - Enter and View report

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    Part of a planned strategy to look at a range of health and social care providers within Brent to obtain a better idea of the quality of care provided.

  42. Willow House - Enter and View report

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    Part of a planned strategy to look at a range of health and social care providers within Brent to obtain a better idea of the quality of care provided.

  43. Introducing North West London’s integrated care system (ICS)

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    From 1 July this year, new integrated care systems have been put in place to offer a joined-up approach from GPs, hospitals, local authorities and other health and social care partners.

  44. Patient Experience Report Q1 2022 - 2023

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    Summary of our patient experience feedback from April - June 2022

  45. Q1 quarterly monitoring report, 2022 - 2023

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    Executive summary of our quarterly monitoring report, Q1 2022 - 2023

  46. Brent Voices: summer edition out now!

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    The summer edition of our Brent Voices magazine has just landed...

  47. Accessible information: survey shows many patients still not getting the support they need

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    National findings from Healthwatch England are likely to reflect the situation here in Brent.