1. A FREE 8 week programme for children aged 11 to 16

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    Animal and nature assisted wellbeing programme for at risk children aged 11 to 16.

  2. Free online mental health support

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    SilverCloud offers online programmes for adults (aged 16 years+) to help ease your levels of stress, sleep better or to build resilience.

  3. Courses from the Princes Trust

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    Courses starting with the Princes Trust in January and February.

  4. Healthwatch In Greater Manchester CAMHS Survey

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    Patient watchdog launch research project to understand the experiences of accessing child and adolescent mental health services across Greater Manchester.

  5. What can the Pharmacy First scheme do for me?

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    The new Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.

  6. 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

  7. Courses with Bury Adult Learning Service

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    Courses from Bury Adult Learning Service taking place before the Easter break.

  8. Upcoming Healthwatch Bury group and drop-in sessions

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    Join us at a group or event in February and March.

  9. Domestic Abuse Services – Bury

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    SafeNet Bury supports people who have experienced domestic abuse to find the right level of support they need to move towards a happier, healthier, and more secure future.

  10. Thriving in Bury- Emotional and Mental Wellbeing Support

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    Bury Youth Cabinet have produced a short video telling people about their work to develop the Thriving in Bury digital app and mental health campaign for local children and young people.

  11. How to get help over the Easter Bank Holiday

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    NHS Greater Manchester is reminding people to be prepared for the Easter Bank Holiday and to order prescriptions at least two weeks in advance to avoid any complications or delays.

  12. CQC warns that long waits, inappropriate accommodation, and lack of local support mean children and young people are being failed by mental health services

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    Short staffing and underfunding mean children and young people with mental health needs face long waits for essential treatment while racial inequalities in care persist, a report by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) revealed today.

  13. Healthwatch Bury Park Bench Surgeries

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    Join us for a chat about all things health and care related at one of our park bench surgeries.

  14. Upcoming courses from The Prince's Trust

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    The Prince's Trust have got some fantastic opportunities for 16-30 year olds to get involved in. Courses are free and give young people the tools to build confidence, find a job or start their own business.

  15. Upcoming Healthwatch Bury drop-in sessions & events

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    We look forward to seeing you at one of Park Bench Surgeries or drop-in sessions.

  16. Have you read our latest e-bulletin?

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    The Healthwatch Bury e-bulletin for April 2024.

  17. Online Question & Answer sessions for parents of Autistic Teenagers

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    Drop-in sessions provided by the National Autism Society and the Greater Manchester Autism Consortium.

  18. Getting started with the NHS App

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    Video guidance showing how to use the NHS App step by step. These videos show you how to navigate the NHS App and use its services.

  19. Get to Know Where to Go for Health Advice – May Bank Holiday Weekends

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    With the two bank holiday weekends in May, it’s important you know where to go if you, or someone else, become unwell.

  20. What help can you get to pay for your prescriptions?

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    The cost of living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some can afford. Find out what help is out there to help you cover the cost of your medication.

  21. Pharmacy: what people want

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    Healthwatch report, "Pharmacy: what people want", explores the current state of pharmacy services and offers actions for healthcare leaders and the wider sector.

  22. Pharmacy: what people want

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    Healthwatch has today published it’s "Pharmacy: what people want" report. The report explores the current state of pharmacy services and offers actions for healthcare leaders and the wider sector.

  23. Have your say on new rights for patients

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    The Government has launched a consultation on the NHS Constitution, which sets out your rights as an NHS patient. Read why it's important to have your say.

  24. Finding health care over the bank holiday weekend

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    Some GP surgeries and pharmacies will be closed over the bank holiday weekend - here's where you can find support for your health needs.

  25. The Prince's Trust Explore Course - June 2024

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    The Prince’s Trust next Explore programme starting in June.

  26. New videos produced to explain who we are and what we do

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    Do you have questions about what Healthwatch does? Want to know what we do with your feedback, or how you can help improve health and social care services? Watch our video to find out.

  27. Free Wellbeing Courses at Bury Adult Learning Centre

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    Free wellbeing courses starting in June at Bury Adult Learning Centre.

  28. NHS Long-term plan report for Bury

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    In this report, we gather, analyse and present a comprehensive set of responses from the people of Bury on some of the key the topics raised in the NHS Long Term plan.

  29. Do you need help getting to hospital?

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    Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.

  30. Helpline for people with learning disabilities in Bury

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    Keeping People Connected. Helpline for people with learning disabilities living in Bury.

  31. Migrant Health Animations from Public Health England

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    These animations explains the entitlements to NHS services and to vaccination for migrants in England and are aimed at healthcare professionals who support migrants in their practice.

  32. Bury GP service Mystery Shopping Report

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    Many Bury GP surgeries are requiring new patients provide identification before allowing them to register, despite NHS rules saying ID is not needed.

  33. Department for Work & Pensions - Shaping future support: The Health and Disability Green Paper

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    Shaping Future Support: The Health and Disability Green Paper aims to explore how the benefits system can better meet the needs of disabled people.

  34. Healthwatch Bury has joined the C-Card scheme

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    The C-Card scheme is a free and confidential service offering free condom and sexual health information and support to all young people aged 16–25 years.

  35. World AIDS Day

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    World AIDS Day takes place on 1st December each year. It’s an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, to show support for people living with HIV, and to commemorate those who have died from an AIDS-related illness.

  36. Digital Access and Isolation report

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    More and more services are encouraging people to access services online. This was part of the NHS plans prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, however the shift to online services was accelerated considerably as a result. Our report examines this.

  37. The Accessible Information Standard - what you can expect from services

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    The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide NHS or adult social care. Here’s some key information about the accessible communications you should expect from services.

  38. BRAC Stands for Bolton Bury and Rochdale African Community

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    The aim of BRAC is to encourage migrants to engage and participate fully in British society.

  39. Bury Pride Survey Report

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    Experiences of Bury LGBTQIA+ community of accessing health and social care.

  40. Healthwatch Bury Annual Report 2021-22

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    Our annual report, covering our activity and impact over the last year, as well as our vision for the coming year.

  41. What is monkeypox and who can get a vaccine?

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    Find out the signs and symptoms of monkeypox, what to do if you think you have it and who is eligible for a vaccine.

  42. NHS mobile van comes to Bury and Prestwich

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    This Van Can is a Greater Manchester NHS mobile health clinic in a van which is raising awareness of prostate cancer.

  43. Barnardo's Refugee Family Helpline

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    The helpline provides emotional and practical support as well as advice and signposting to children, young people and their families.

  44. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

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    A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.