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

    Advice and Information -

    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.

  2. Getting help from Brent adult social care

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    Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below and find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.

  3. Voyage 1 Care Home - 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

  4. Tower House Care Home - 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

  5. 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

  6. Parkside Reeson Care Home - 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

  7. Visram 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

  8. 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

  9. 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

  10. Victoria Care Centre - 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.

  11. Edinburgh House - 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.

  12. Lee Valley - 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

  13. Ogilvy Court - 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.

  14. Franklyn Lodge Care Home- 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.

  15. Middlesex Manor Nursing Centre - 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.

  16. Rugby 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.

  17. Willesden Lane - 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.

  18. 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.

  19. Kenbrook Care Home - 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.

  20. Tower House - 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.

  21. Clarendon House - 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.

  22. Arran Court - 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.

  23. Avonhurst House - Enter and View report

    Report -

    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.

  24. Christ Church Court - Enter and View report

    Report -

    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.

  25. Rosemary House - Enter and View report

    Report -

    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.

  26. Tulsi House - Enter and View report

    Report -

    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.

  27. Willow House - Enter and View report

    Report -

    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.

  28. Support for carers in Brent

    Advice and Information -

    If you provide unpaid care in Brent, there is a lot of support you’re entitled to.

  29. Cancer information and support organisations

    Advice and Information -

    If you need cancer information and advice for yourself or want to support a loved one, here are several organisations and groups that can help.

  30. Healthwatch Brent's 2024 Priorities

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

  31. 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.

  32. What support can I get as a carer?

    Advice and Information -

    Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. Find out more about the help and support you are entitled to.

  33. 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

  34. Identifying Young Carers in Substance Misuse Households

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    A consultation with substance users to identify better ways of working with families and supporting children within their families

  35. Concerns from Carers in Brent regarding Direct Payments

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    A request for clear and transparent answers to carers’ questions about Direct Payments.

  36. Support for dementia in Brent

    Advice and Information -

    Advice and information for people dealing with dementia and their loved ones.

  37. Raising the voice of our unpaid carers

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    Our recent event celebrated unpaid carers, but also looked at the challenges they face

  38. Local organisations and resources for Brent parents

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    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.

  39. Conversation at a Brent Memory Cafe

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    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.

  40. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

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    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  41. 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.

  42. Attitudes Towards Self-Care in Brent

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    A report looking at attitudes towards self-care, and use of the Health Help Now app, in Brent

  43. Diabetes Awareness in Brent

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    Research into awareness of diabetes within Brent's diverse communities

  44. 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.

  45. Patient Experience Report Q2 2022-2023

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    Summary of our patient experience feedback from July - September 2022

  46. Patient feedback: July - September

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    We've published our Q2 patient experience report, highlighting the key issues and themes raised from July - September this year.

  47. Accessing services over the Christmas and New Year break

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    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.

  48. Mental health support in Brent

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    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.

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

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    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.

  50. The new NHS Dental Recovery plan

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    From a new NHS plan published on 7th February, people can benefit from the NHS dental programmes and new patient support. Read this article to find out more.