1. Meet the people using their voice to make a difference to care of others

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    Five people and groups have been shortlisted for a national award that celebrates local people who, through their dedication, have helped improve health and care for their community.

  2. Carer's Leave: Open Government Consultation

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    The government is currently running a consultation to seek views on a proposal to give employees with caring responsibilities one week of unpaid leave each year.

  3. GP Access Cards

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    Previously known as My Right to Healthcare, GP Access cards allow people who aren't registered with a GP practice, have no fixed address or identification to communicate their right to healthcare.

  4. What is a Community Champion?

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    Community Champions are at the heart of Healthwatch - read on to find out why!

  5. New Champion Joins Us On CVFM

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    Recently, our Project Lead Lisa Bosomworth was joined on CVFM Radio by Community Champion Rachel Gault.

  6. New Radio Adverts From CVFM

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    Recently we have been working with Middlesbrough based radio station, Community Voice FM.

  7. Joint Board and Champions Meeting

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    The Healthwatch Board and Community Champions come together for collaborative meeting.

  8. Visiting our Community Champion at Senses Wellbeing Centre

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    Recently we visited Community Champion Karen Winspear, a Director of Senses Wellbeing Centre in Skelton.

  9. Tees Valley Buddies report - Neurodiverse families and their mental health

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    Tees Valley Buddies is a neuro diverse self-advocacy and peer support charity ran by Neurodiverse people for Neurodiverse people!

  10. Model of oral healthcare for asylum seekers and refugees

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    Public Health England (PHE) identified confusion and barriers to accessing NHS dentists for asylum seekers and refugees.

  11. The STAR Awards of Recognition 2022

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    Celebrating those who have gone above and beyond in health and social care!

  12. 2021 / 22 Annual Report. 'Championing What Matters to You'.

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    A look back at all of the key work we have done over the last 12 months across South Tees.

  13. 'We are the Champions' - August Update

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    This is the first in a series of monthly blogs, designed for us to share updates from our Community Champions! Volunteer and Engagement Officer Vicky will be out meeting current and new Champions to see what they have been up to.

  14. STAR Awards Winners 2023

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    Celebrating those who have gone above and beyond in health and social care! See below for all those nominated, shortlisted and winners from each category.

  15. Five big issues people with cancer in the UK are concerned about right now

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    Every year more than 385,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with cancer and there are currently at least 3 million people living with cancer across the UK.

  16. Youthwatch Video

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    Phoebe shares her perspective on why young people should be involved in decision making

  17. Tees Valley BME Awards 2023... Celebrating Diversity and Achievements

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    It was with absolute delight, to discover HWST had been nominated for the Public Sector Award, presented by Idrees Rashid, at Tees Valley BME Achievement Awards 2023.

  18. Share your feedback to improve care in your community

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    ‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch, aims to help address health inequalities across England.

  19. STAR Awards Ceremony 2024

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    Celebrating those who have gone above and beyond in health and social care! See below for all those nominated, shortlisted and winners from each category.
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