Annual Report 2024-25

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This is an Annual Report by Healthwatch Southend. The report summarises activities between 2024-25.

1,654 people shared their experiences of health and social care services, helping to raise awareness of issues and improve care.

267 people came for clear advice and information about topics such as mental health and the cost-of-living crisis.

Published 4 reports about the improvements people would like to see in health 
and social care services.

Key projects included:

Deaf people's experiences of general practice which highlighted the struggles deaf people face when making and during appointments.

  • Work on GP services for deaf people.
  • Unpaid carers.
  • Navigating Southend Hospital.

Alongside advice and information work.

 

 

 

 

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Local Healthwatch
Healthwatch Southend
Publication date
Key themes
Access to services
Accessibility and reasonable adjustments
Communication with patients; treatment explanation; verbal advice
Consent, choice, user involvement and being listened to
Integration of services and communication between professionals
Service organisation, delivery, change and closure

Methodology and approach

Primary research method used
General feedback

Details of health and care services included in the report

Details of health and care services included in the report
Adult social care, including care packages and social workers
General Practice (GP)
Hospital services- not stated

Details of people who shared their views

Number of people who shared their views
1654
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