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The Government has announced that it wants to change the law to transfer the work of Healthwatch England to the Department of Health and Social Care and to transfer the work of local Healthwatch services (like us) to the NHS and local authorities.
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Staying safe in hot weather
Stay well in the heat. Find out what we can do to reduce its impact.
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Get Involved: Three Charities, One Volunteering Opportunity
We’re excited to be part of Volunteering Link – a new five-year project that brings together volunteering opportunities across Healthwatch Waltham Forest, Waltham Forest Community Hub, and Carers First under one coordinated programme. It’s designed to…
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Complete Locality Hub survey to help shape healthcare services
Waltham Forest Council, the NHS and the voluntary and community sector are working together to develop community healthcare spaces where GP services, screenings, tests and community services can all be provided in one place.
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Talking About the End of Life
Join Creating Conversations CIC for an evening of conversation and guidance on why we need to talk about death and dying, and how to plan for the end…
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Understanding the NHS 10-year plan workshop for local organisations
Waltham Forest Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) are inviting local voluntary, community and faith organisations to a practical workshop on…
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Free Pilates and Zumba in Leyton
Sports4Life are providing FREE Zumba and Pilates sessions for residents in the Lea Bridge Road and Leyton Wards, as part of a community-led response…
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Latest reports and publication
The Experience of Health, Care and Community Services, 01.10.25 - 31.12.25
This quarterly report is based on the experience of 1,698 people.
Overall satisfaction is 86% positive, up 3% from last quarter.
Overall satisfaction is 86% positive, up 3% from last quarter.
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The Experience of GP Services, 01.01.25 - 31.12.25
This annual report is based on the experience of 2,879 people.
Findings show that the overall sentiment is 83% positive.
Findings show that the overall sentiment is 83% positive.
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