1. What is 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.

  2. Merafield View Nursing Home Lay Representative Report

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    The “Something Someone Told Me” project is a joint initiative delivered by Plymouth City Council and Healthwatch Plymouth to gather thoughts, views and ideas from residents, relatives and providers of local care homes.

  3. Meadowside and St. Francis Care Centre Lay Representative Report

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    The “Something Someone Told Me” project is a joint initiative delivered by Plymouth City Council and Healthwatch Plymouth to gather thoughts, views and ideas from residents, relatives and providers of local care homes.

  4. Cann House Care Home Lay Representative Report

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    The “Something Someone Told Me” project is a joint initiative delivered by Plymouth City Council and Healthwatch Plymouth to gather thoughts, views and ideas from residents, relatives and providers of local care homes.

  5. Physician associate changes will give patients more clarity

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    The independent review of physician and anaesthetist associates' safety and effectiveness has been published. Read our response.

  6. How can you find an NHS dentist?

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    Can't find an NHS dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems finding an NHS dentist taking new patients or if you're struggling with NHS dentistry costs.

  7. Why support for patients with chronic pain must be improved

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    Living with chronic pain can limit your ability to live and work, yet it is a reality for millions of people in England. Find out the problems people are facing and what services can do to better support people living with pain.

  8. What to expect after being referred for an autism assessment

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    Autism affects people in different ways. It can bring strengths and challenges that can affect how comfortable, healthy, and happy you feel. Here's what you should expect from an autism assessment, diagnosis and getting the proper support.

  9. How can your pharmacy help you?

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    Did you know that pharmacies provide advice and information on minor illnesses and ailments? Find out how they can help you.

  10. One in seven patients stuck in a GP referrals ‘black hole’

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    One in seven patients who have been referred by their GP are stuck waiting for specialist care due to GP referrals being delayed, lost, or rejected. Read the latest research from our national partners Healthwatch England below.

  11. Do you need help travelling to NHS services?

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    Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

  12. New Report Reveals Mixed Patient Experiences at the Royal Eye Infirmary

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    Today we published a new report exploring patient and carer experiences at the Royal Eye Infirmary (REI) at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust. Based on feedback from 59 people, the findings highlight a clear divide in experience between patients with good vision and those living with sight loss or additional vulnerabilities.

  13. Patient Experience of using the Royal Eye Infirmary Report

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    Our report exploring patient and carer experiences at the Royal Eye Infirmary (REI) at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust. Based on feedback from 59 people, the findings highlight a clear divide in experience between patients with good vision and those living with sight loss or additional vulnerabilities.

  14. How well are patient transport services performing?

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    Travelling to healthcare appointments is challenging for some people. Read below what people told our national partner's Healthwatch England about their experiences the difficulties they face booking and using patient transport service in their latest blog...