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Take a look at the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence's (NICE) quick guide to discussing and planning support following a dementia diagnosis. -
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The National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) are seeking three members who represent patients, service users, carers and the public to become part of a Public and Community Involvement, Engagement and Participation Coordinating Group (PCEIP).
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A recent study released by Alzheimer’s Research UK found that half of the adults in the UK are unable to identify any of the key risk factors for dementia.
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A report released this week by Healthwatch Hertfordshire shows the outstanding phone support being given for people living with dementia, and their families, within the county. -
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What’s it like when you need to find information and support for your loved one with dementia? Take a look at our findings. -
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The CQC said it was unacceptable for any do not attempt cardiopulmonary resuscitation (DNACPR) decisions to be made without proper conversations with the individual, or an appropriate representative, taking into account their wishes and needs. -
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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. -
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Do you find your care home visiting arrangements flexible and supportive? Share your experiences of visiting so that we can help care homes to ensure that visits are safe, as well as meaningful, for you. -
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Thanks to our audit of care home websites and a visitor survey across the County, two new guides have been published to provide clarity about visiting since the pandemic. -
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GP practices are a crucial contact point for carers - and the people they care for - yet our recent research showed some local carers often felt alone, unsupported and had to put their own needs aside. -
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Many people think we only help with issues relating to health, but if you have concerns about Social Care services and need assistance or advice, we are here for you. -
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This policy says how our staff and volunteers collect, store and maintain the information that people share with us in a way that values their privacy. The policy also outlines how we adhere to best practice around confidentiality. -
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This document sets out the expectations and standards for staff and volunteers of Healthwatch Hertfordshire when liaising with customers. -
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This policy outlines our commitment to equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all staff and volunteers in terms of employment, access to services in the health and social care sector and guidance on anti-discriminatory practice. -
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This Privacy Statement outlines our data processing practices when we are carrying out our role as the local independent champion for people who use health and social care services. -
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This policy sets out our values and provides an understanding of their application within the organisation. -
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If you have a concern or complaint about Healthwatch Hertfordshire, please see details within our complaints policy on how to raise this with us. -
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