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People regret not raising concerns about their care, says CQC

New research from a Care Quality Commission (CQC) campaign shows that many people have had concerns about their care, but never raised them.

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Our findings from Tower Bridge Care Centre - Summary report

In November 2018, Healthwatch Southwark used our power of Enter and View to visit Southwark's only public nursing home, Tower Bridge Care Centre. We spent six hours at the home over two days and spoke to 8 residents, 6 visitors and 10 staff members.

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Spotlight on: Southwark Independent Advisory Group (IAG)

The Southwark IAG work to improve South Lambeth and Maudsley NHS Trust's access, experience and outcomes for people from Southwark's African, African Caribbean and other minority ethnic communities.

Tower Bridge Care Centre

Tower Bridge Care Centre

In November 2018, Healthwatch Southwark used our power of Enter and View to visit Southwark's only public nursing home, Tower Bridge Care Centre.

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Do you need help getting to hospital?

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

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SLaM's 'changing lives' strategy aims to improve the lives of the people and communities they serve

Find out more about SLaM's 'Changing Lives' strategy and watch a film following the journeys of five service users.

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The 'Dare Project' runs sessions to tackle confidence issues and promote body positivity

Project Dare derived from the mental health service user movement and the workshops are created from the perspective that self-development can be a lot of fun.

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Small grants scheme for residents over 55 years old who are on a low income

St George the Martyr Charity (SGtMC) provides support for older people who live in the north of the London Borough of Southwark.

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Courses are available to help people manage health concerns

Southwark CCG in conjunction with Self Management UK are offering 6 week courses on self-management for anyone with mental health concerns and patients coping with a long-term health condition.

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Healthy feedback from our Healthy Futures in Southwark & Lambeth event

Healthwatch Southwark & Healthwatch Lambeth, along with partners from health and social care across both boroughs, ran an event "A Healthy Future in Southwark & Lambeth" on the 20th March.

Six tips for carers on how to support a loved one living with dementia

The Learning to Care project at Bell House has been set up to help educate people on how to care for and support their elderly family, friends and neighbours through a series of talks and short films.

Citizens Advice launches a new service for people applying for Universal Credit

Citizens Advice Southwark has launched a new service called "Help to Claim" for those who need help to apply for Universal Credit in Southwark.