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New research for CQC shows people in South East regret not raising concerns about their care – but those who do raise concerns see improvements
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is calling for people to speak up about their experiences of care, as new research* shows that almost 7 million...
Courier Fraud
Thames Valley Police have received reports of elderly and vulnerable residents being targeted by courier fraudsters. Courier fraudsters phone and...
Windsor, Ascot and Maidenhead Dementia Action Alliance
Windsor, Ascot and Maidenhead Dementia Action Alliance (WAM DAA) includes memberships from leading organisations such as banks/shops/charities who...
NHS England Easy Read Newsletter Summer 2018
Includes better support for children and young people, sharing health information, ask listen do and lots more...
Joining forces to create healthier communities
Frimley Health and Care integrated care system, covering East Berkshire, North East Hampshire, and parts of Surrey, has launched a new video which helps to share the story of how the partnership is integrating health and care.
Sport in Mind Timetable
Sport in Mind delivers free sport and physical activity sessions to help people experiencing mental health issues (18+). All our session are delivered by qualified coaches and are drop-in sessions, so no need to book in advance. They are open to all abilities, with the aim of having fun in a safe...
Morrison stores introduce Quieter Hour
Every Saturday morning between 9am and 10am Morrison stores have introduce a Quieter Hour, which will include: Dimming the lights Turning the music and radio off Avoiding making tannoy announcements Reducing the movement of trolleys and baskets Turning checkout beeps and other electrical noises...
Vacancy - independent chair of the Bracknell Forest and Windsor & Maidenhead Safeguarding Adult Board
Bracknell Forest and Windsor & Maidenhead Safeguarding Adults Board is seeking a highly experienced and effective independent chair. This role requires an outstanding individual with proven experience of chairing complex meetings at a senior level, particularly in partnership settings, and who...
Universal Credit a How to Guide
Learn My Way is a website of free online courses for beginners, helping you develop digital skills to make the most of the online world. (Please note this is not us providing this service, the course we tested, Universal Credit was useful). Universal Credit: a how to guide In this course you will...
NFIB Alert - False Telephone Preference Service Calls
Fraudsters are cold-calling victims, falsely stating that they are calling from one of the well-known UK telecommunication service providers. They call victims claiming to provide a 'Telephone Preference Service' - an enhanced call-barring service, which includes barring international call centres...
Met Office issues weather warnings for snow
The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for snow and ice. The alert will be in place from 4pm on Saturday 17 March until 9am on Sunday 18 March. This weather could increase the health risks to vulnerable patients and disrupt the delivery of services. This means that temperatures are...
Alzheimer's Society Berkshire April - July 2018 Activities
Please find below the latest activity sheet for Alzheimer's Society in Berkshire.
GP Online Services
NHS England are raising awareness of GP online services. GP online services include: Booking appointments online Ordering repeat prescriptions online Viewing your GP record online (test results, medications, allergies etc.) To find out how to register visit: www.nhs.uk/GPonlineservices
New provider of the Berkshire Diabetic Eye Screening Programme
From the 1st April 2018 there will be a new provider of the Berkshire Diabetic Eye Screening Programme, Health Intelligence. Bookings Office Telephone : 0118 391 3000 Website : www.berkshiredes.nhs.uk GP Practices have received the new contact details for the new programme so they can pass the...
Healthmakers
Living with a long term physical health condition? Want to learn how to self-manage your condition better? Free NHS Self-Management 6 week courses now available for people living in Bracknell and Ascot, Slough, Windsor and Maidenhead. For more information and to register your place: email:...
Reporting Hate Crime/Incidents
What is Hate Crime? Hate crimes are any crimes that are targeted at a person because of hostility or prejudice towards that person's: disability race or ethnicity religion or belief sexual orientation transgender identity It is defined by the Criminal Justice system as: 'Any crime or incident which...
Changes to proof of exemption from NHS charges
Plastic cards as proof of exemption from NHS charges are being phased out and replaced with paper certificates (and in the future, digital certificates). Tax Credit Exemption Certificates are the first to be replaced, with changes starting this month. Read more .
Surrey Heath Veterans & Families - Listening Project (SHV&F-LP)
SHV&F-LP Aims; To enhance and improve the quality of the day-to-day lives of HM veterans as well as their families, through support, information, sign-posting. To provide a safe haven for HM veterans & their families, to be able to talk about the impact their service has had on their lives...
Assistance For Vulnerable Missing People - Herbert Protocol
A new tool to help find missing people with dementia in partnership with search and rescue teams is being used across the Thames Valley. The Herbert Protocol is a form to record key information about a person with dementia. This should be completed by carers or family members in case they go...
Don't fall victim to opportunist burglars
Thames Valley Police have issued the following advice. If you are home in the evenings keep an eye out for your neighbours and don't hesitate to contact the Police on 999 if you see a burglary occurring. You can do a lot to reduce the risk of your home been targeted, Always leave your home...
National survey shows improvements in women’s experiences of maternity care
Most women are having a positive experience of maternity care and treatment within the NHS, according to a survey of more than 18,000 people in England. Published today (Tuesday 30 January) by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) the survey results reveal the responses from women who had given birth...
Ongoing rise in detentions under Mental Health Act may be symptomatic of a system ‘under considerable strain’
The Care Quality Commission have released their report " Mental Health Act – The rise in the use of the MHA to detain people in England ". They said: "There is no single reason why more detentions are being made under the Mental Health Act than ever before, a review by the Care Quality Commission (...
Heathrow Consultation Events
The proposed expansion of Heathrow Airport public consultation runs from 17 January to 28 March 2018. There are over 30 events being held throughout the consultation where you will be able to talk to members of the project and pick up copies of the consultation materials. What is being consulted on...
Remarkable improvement recognised as Royal Berkshire Hospital rated ‘outstanding’
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust have released the following press statement. The Royal Berkshire Hospital has been rated 'outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) with inspectors reporting that it has made 'significant improvement'. The Trust's overall rating has risen to 'good' as...
Healthwatch Windsor, Ascot and Maidenhead and SIGNAL for Carers calls out for votes to bag a share of Tesco’s bag fund
The Ark Trust, a local registered charity who runs Local Healthwatch and Carers Support services across The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, is bidding to bag a massive cash boost from the Tesco Bags of Help initiative. Tesco teamed up with Groundwork to launch its community funding scheme...
Extra flu clinics for children across East Berkshire
Extra flu clinics for children to receive their free nasal spray in East Berkshire will take place early next month. The first clinic will take place at Upton Hospital, Slough, on Friday 5 January, followed by a second clinic at King Edward VII Hospital in Windsor on Monday 8 January. The third...
Eton and Eton Wick Neighbourhood Plan (2016-2036) Submission version (Regulation 16) Consultation
Eton Town Council, on behalf of Eton and Eton Wick and the steering group, has submitted a neighbourhood plan for the Eton and Eton Wick neighbourhood area. The plan aims to manage the development coming forward in the neighbourhood area to better reflect the wishes of the community in the area and...
Alzheimers Society Services in Berkshire January to March 2018
Alzheimers Society Activities including, Singing for the Brain, Dementia/Memory Cafes and lots more.
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