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Working in adult social care: Every day is different
The Department of Health and Social Care and Skills for Care have launched a national campaign to encourage recruits into the adult social care...
SEAP Berkshire Newsletter
Scam Warning - Fake Tv Licensing Emails
An ongoing TV Licensing phishing campaign, first identified by the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau (NFIB) in September 2018, continues to be...
Cold Callers And Doorstep Rogue Traders
Warning to residents about Cold Callers and Doorstep Rogue Traders This is the time of year when we traditionally see an increase in offences that start with a 'cold call' knock at your door, from someone claiming to be a tradesman working in the area. They will call unexpectedly, offering services...
Alzheimer's Society Services in Berkshire
Chief Inspector of Hospitals rates Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust as Good
England's Chief Inspector of Hospitals has rated Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust as Good following a CQC inspection. A team of inspectors from the Care Quality Commission visited the trust during November and December 2018 to check the quality of three core services - surgery, maternity and...
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 people who have accessed health or social care services, in the last five years have had concerns about their care, but never raised them. Of these, over...
Courier Fraud
Thames Valley Police have received reports of elderly and vulnerable residents being targeted by courier fraudsters. Courier fraudsters phone and trick victims into handing over their bank cards and associated PIN (number) to a courier that arrives at their home. Thames Valley Police is calling on...
Healthwatch Bracknell Forest Patient Champion Takes Local Views to Heart of Westminster
On Monday, 21 January representatives from Healthwatch Bracknell Forest travelled to London to join forces with more than 100 fellow local Healthwatch organisations at our annual parliamentary reception. It was an opportunity to raise the real life concerns of people using health and social care...
Healthmakers New Year Newsletter
Living with a long term physical health condition? Want to learn how to self-manage your condition better? Free NHS Self Management Courses now available for people living in Bracknell and Ascot, Windsor, Maidenhead, Slough and the surrounding areas more information below.
Wokingham, Bracknell and Districts Mencap January Mailing
Please find below Wokingham, Bracknell & Districts Mencap January Mailing, bowling poster and theatre trip information.
Phone number changes for cancelling ‘Extended Hours Clinics’ appointments- Bracknell and Ascot
A telephone number for residents to call when cancelling evening or weekend GP appointments, as part of Bracknell and Ascot’s ‘Extended Hours Clinics’ service, has changed. The new number is 01344 233 300 and is available Monday to Friday 8.30am -6.30pm and during clinic opening times, Monday –...
Taking a Stand Against Scams
Scams affect the lives of millions of people across the UK. People who are scammed often experience shame and social isolation as a result. National Trading Standards Scams Team evidence shows that the average age of a scam victim is 75. It has long been suspected that victims of scams,...
Help develop the NICE guideline on babies, children and young people's experience of healthcare
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) produces guidance on the most effective ways to prevent, diagnose and treat disease and ill health, and provide social care support. Their guidance is based on research evidence and takes into account the views of people working in or...
Alzheimers Society Side by Side Volunteering
Do more. Explore more. Enjoy more. From bowling to baking, do more with Side by Side today. Whether you're a movie buff or a morning jogger, Alzheimers Society side by Side service is here to help you keep on doing the things you love - and try new things too. Call them on 01189 596482 Email...
Many women are positive about their maternity care, but improvements still needed
Findings from the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) national survey of more than 17,600 women who gave birth in February last year show that many had a good experience, particularly in relation to interactions with staff, access to midwives and emotional support during pregnancy. However, for some...
Handbook to the NHS Constitution
Update 22 January 2019 Accessible information within health and social care is vital to help people understand their care and treatment. We contacted the Department of Health and Social Care to ask if this document was available in an easy read format. They advised us that this was not routinely...
CQC publishes its review of how local health and social care systems work together in Reading
The Care Quality Commission has published its findings following a review of health and social care services in Reading. The report is one of 23 targeted local system reviews looking specifically at how older people move through the health and social care system, with a focus on how services work...
West London NHS Trust rated Good by CQC
The Care Quality Commission have released the following statement. West London NHS Trust has been rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission. The trust, which was formerly known as West London Mental Health Trust, was rated Outstanding for being caring, Good for being effective, responsive...
Wokingham, Bracknell and Districts Mencap December Mailing
Please find below Wokingham, Bracknell & Districts Mencap December Mailing and invitation to carers lunch.
Prevention and Self Care Report 2018
Please see below Prevention and Self Care report for the Frimley Integrated Care System 2018, while mainly aimed at Health Professionals you may find the information inside interesting.
Cold Weather Alerts
The Cold weather health watch comprises four levels of response based on cold weather thresholds. The thresholds have been developed to trigger an alert when severe cold weather is likely to significantly affect people's health. The alerts take account of temperature along with other winter weather...
Feeling unwell? There are a range of services available to you in East Berkshire
Do you know which NHS service to use when you are unwell? NHS East Berkshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has published information to help residents understand the various NHS services available – day and night. The information can be used to work out the best place to get advice or...
Alzheimer's Society Service Information Sheet
Please find below the latest Service Information Sheet for Berkshire from the Alzheimer's Society for January to April 2019.
NHS Healthy Ageing Guide and Healthy Caring guides
It can be harder for older people to stay fit and well throughout the colder months. It’s important that older people and their families and carers are supported to stay well throughout winter. The NHS Healthy Ageing Guide and Healthy Caring guides provide practical advice to support healthy ageing...
Meditation group
Relax, sit comfortably, learn techniques to increase happiness, reduce stress, enhance focus, achieve calmness. The aim of this group is to help the community with mental physical health needs. They only charge a donation, but if this is a barrier for you please let them know. Every Monday 9.30am...
CQC issues notification regarding Allied Healthcare
Healthwatch Bracknell Forest have checked with Bracknell Forest Council who have confirmed that this does not affect anyone they support. If you are funding care yourself and are currently using Allied Healthcare and would like assistance or advice finding a new care provider please let us know...
