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

    Advice and Information -

    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.

  2. Someone I love has died - where can I find support

    Advice and Information -

    Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

  3. What is domestic abuse and how can I get support?

    Advice and Information -

    If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help.

  4. Getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience

    Advice and Information -

    With more and more appointments happening online, we've put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.

  5. What should I expect after being referred for mental health support?

    Advice and Information -

    Your mental wellness is as important as your physical health but seeking help can be daunting. Here's what to expect when you seek support for your mental health.

  6. Building better health equalities: new monthly lecture series

    News -

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

  7. A mental health needs assessment of young Irish travellers at Lynton Close, Brent

    Report -

    A research project conducted by the Brent Centre for Young People

  8. Self-directed support: a survey

    Report -

    Use of self-directed support by people using mental health services in Brent

  9. Young people in Brent and their mental health services

    Report -

    Healthwatch Brent asked young Brent residents about their views and experiences of mental health. Their views are recorded and reflected throughout this briefing.

  10. Accessing services over the Christmas and New Year break

    News -

    Season’s greetings from all of us at Healthwatch Brent – we hope that you have a peaceful and healthy festive break.

    Some of your usual NHS services will be closed or running reduced hours from 23– 26 December and from 30 December – 1 January, as services shut for the Christmas and New Year bank holidays. However, there are still options if you are unwell and need support.

  11. Enter & View Report: Pine Ward (Park Royal Centre for Mental Health)

    Report -

    We spoke to patients and staff at Pine Ward, to understand experiences of care and make suggestions for improvement.

  12. Enter & View Report: Pond Ward (Park Royal Centre for Mental Health)

    Report -

    We spoke to patients and staff at Pond Ward, to understand experiences of care and make suggestions for improvement.

  13. Enter & View Report: Shore Ward (Park Royal Centre for Mental Health)

    Report -

    We spoke to patients and staff at Shore Ward, to understand experiences of care and make suggestions for improvement.

  14. Enter & View visit to Park Royal Mental Health Centre: Summary Report

    Report -

    In November 2022 we conducted a series of enter and view visits to the three acute mental health wards at Park Royal Centre for Mental Health.

  15. Improving the experience of patients at Park Royal Mental Health Centre

    News -

    Healthwatch Brent is working with teams at Park Royal to ensure patients understand their care and are able to speak up about their needs.

  16. Working on what matters to you

    News -

    We have set our priorities for the year ahead.

  17. Patient Experience Report Q1 2023 - 2024

    Report -

    Summary of patient feedback collected from April - June 2023.

  18. Every Mind Matters

    News -

    Share your story and help us build up a picture of mental health care

  19. Patient Experience Report Q2 2023 - 2024

    Report -

    Summary of patient feedback collected from July - September 2023.

  20. Mental health support in Brent

    Advice and Information -

    Are you living in Brent and looking for mental health support? There is a range of in-person services and online resources to assist you.

  21. Local organisations and resources for Brent parents

    Advice and Information -

    You don’t have to be alone navigating the world of parenting. We want to highlight both free and paid organisations that offer activities and support for parents in Brent.

  22. How to access NHS services for Easter bank holiday

    Advice and Information -

    If you need support for your health outside of the standard opening hours of your local GP, there are places that you can go for support. Some usual NHS services will be closed or running reduced hours

  23. How to become a healthcare assistant

    Advice and Information -

    If you are considering becoming a healthcare assistant, we have compiled skills, qualifications and online resources to support you.

  24. Over 10,000 NHS pharmacies start treating for common conditions

    News -

    Patients in England can now get treatment for seven common conditions at their local pharmacy without needing to see a GP, a new initiative from the NHS.

  25. Public consultation on proposed changes to maternity, neonatal, and children’s surgical services in North Central London

    News -

    Share your views on the future of maternity, neonatal and children’s surgical
    services in North Central London

  26. Healthwatch Brent's 2024 Priorities

    News -

    Read through our article to learn about our 2024 projects and priorities.

  27. Two North West London Hospitals to introduce Martha's Rule

    News -

    NHS England has announced that Northwick Park and Ealing Hospital will be joining 100 hospitals across England to introduce 'Martha's Rule' from April, enabling patients and families to seek an urgent review if their condition deteriorates.

  28. The new Willesden Eyecare Centre

    News -

    We are sharing details about the new eyecare centre in Willesden and what it will mean for patients in Brent and wider north west London.

  29. North Mid and Royal Free London proposed merger

    News -

    North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust and Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust are looking at how they can come together as one organisation after several years of close working.

  30. Conversation at a Brent Memory Cafe

    Blog -

    For our Brent Adult Social care project, we spoke to Memory Cafe users about their experiences and collected feedback about health and social care systems.

  31. Our complaints process

    Report -

    Our complaints process outlines how to make a complaint about us and our approach to making sure complaints are resolved.

  32. Independence Policy

    Report -

    Find out how we maintain our independence while working with partners to improve services.

  33. 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.

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

    News -

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

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

    News -

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

  36. Healthwatch Brent welcomes new Chair

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    We are pleased to introduce Shyama Perera as the new Chair for the Healthwatch Brent Advisory Group.

  37. Annual report 2020 - 2021

    News -

    We are delighted to share our Annual Report for 2020/21.

  38. Healthwatch Brent is under new management

    News -

    On 1st April 2021, The Advocacy Project was awarded the contract to manage Healthwatch Brent.

  39. Healthwatch Brent annual report 2020 - 2021

    Report -

    Caring for our communities through COVID-19 - Healthwatch Brent annual report for 2020 - 2021

  40. Q2 quarterly monitoring report, 2021-2022

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    Executive summary of quarterly monitoring report

  41. Q4 quarterly monitoring report, 2021-2022

    Report -

    Executive summary of quarterly monitoring report

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

    Report -

    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.

  43. Opportunity: Join us as a Community Researcher

    News -

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

  44. Governance and Prioritisation Process

    Report -

    Healthwatch Brent makes its decisions in an open and transparent way and ensures the interests of the people of Brent are always put first.

  45. Healthwatch Brent Strategy

    Report -

    Our strategy outlines how we will meet our aims and statutory roles

  46. Enter and View Policy

    Report -

    The purpose of this policy is to provide good practice guidance on Enter and View visits to ensure they are carried out in an effective, accountable and transparent manner

  47. Privacy Policy

    Report -

    This Privacy Notice explains when and why we collect personal information about you, how we use it and the conditions under which we may disclose it to others.

  48. Communications and Social Media Strategy

    Report -

    Outlining how we will communicate with Brent residents, patients, partner organisations and other key stakeholders.