1. Thinking about end of life care for you and your family

    Advice and Information -

    End of life care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. The guidance on the NHS website helps you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and how to manage your day to day decisions.

  2. Because We All Care

    News -

    Give feedback on health and social care services to support the NHS #BecauseWeAllCare

  3. How do I get a social care needs assessment?

    Advice and Information -

    If you need social care, whether that's home adaptations or a care home, a care needs assessment is the first step.

  4. What is adult social care?

    Advice and Information -

    Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below and find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.

  5. Healthwatch Quarter 3 report - October to December 2021

    Report -

    This edition of Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh's quarter 3 newsletter is now available to read and includes the following updates and features:

  6. Advice and Information

    Advice and Information -

    Information and advice around health and social care

  7. Big Conversation

    Advice and Information -

    The Big Conversation is a five year project to shape the future of health and care As part of this, they are having an ongoing cycle of engagement working with people ,communities find out what is important to people with regards to their health.

  8. Celebrating ten years of people speaking up to make care better

    Advice and Information -

    We mark the difference the public has made in improving NHS and social care services.

  9. What are the functions of a Healthwatch?

    Advice and Information -

    We exist on a national and local level, working towards the same goal of enabling people to have a voice about their health and social care systems.

  10. Launch of the Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership Strategy and Joint Forward Plan

    Advice and Information -

    In March 2023, the Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership (ICP) Strategy was signed off by the Greater Manchester ICP Board.

  11. Annual Report 2022-23

    Report -

    Together we’re making health and social care better

  12. Winter Wise. A guide to keeping well this Winter

    News -

    Winter Wise. A guide to keeping well this winter

  13. What does Blue Monday mean for our mental health?

    Advice and Information -

    January’s third Monday, “Blue Monday”, is thought to be the most depressing day of the year. Spoiler: it isn’t. Let’s look after our mental health against commercial influences.

  14. Autumn Report 2023

    Report -

    “Over the last quarter HWWL has ensured representation on an increasing
    number of committees and groups. The Chair and Chief Officer have a
    place on the ICS and ICB forums where we can ensure engagement
    and inclusion of public opinion is embedded into service design.

  15. Be Well Wigan

    Advice and Information -

    Take your first steps to walking more with our weekly short walks... Ideal for those returning to exercise, looking to up their step count, or just wanting a leisurely stroll and a chat.

  16. 2024 Board minutes

    Report -

    2024 board minutes.

  17. GM Walking Festival

    News -

    Aligning with May’s National Walking Month, The GM Walking Festival is a celebration of walking and an opportunity for everyone to join in with a programme of free, organised group walks across Greater Manchester.

  18. What should you expect from home care services?

    Advice and Information -

    The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?

  19. Quarterly Report: October - December 2019

    Report -

    Throughout the year we look at the issues that are important to you. We are currently in quarter three, this quarter focuses on information collected from October to December 2019

  20. Registering with your GP: understanding your rights

    Advice and Information -

    People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

  21. Accessibility checklist for GP surgeries

    Advice and Information -

    Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough.

  22. Do you need help travelling to NHS services?

    Advice and Information -

    Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

  23. What are your experience of accessing GP appointments?

    News -

    Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh are conducting a project around access to GP appointments within the Wigan Borough

  24. Leigh Family Practice Enter and View Report

    Report -

    Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh team of authorised representatives visited Leigh Family Practice to conduct an enter and view report. Within this report it sets outs; key findings, summary and results of the enter and view visit.

  25. Dr. Khatri & Partners Surgery Enter and View Report

    Report -

    Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh team of authorised representatives visited Dr. Khatri & Partners Surgery to conduct an enter and view report. Within this report it sets outs; key findings, summary and results of the enter and view visit.

  26. Why people use the Leigh Walk In Centre 2017

    Report -

    We spoke to over 21 people to understand why they're reasons behind visiting Leigh Walk In Center

  27. Ask My GP - Information & Guidance

    Advice and Information -

    In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, a number of GP practices across Wigan Borough have started to use Ask My GP to help them deliver their services.

  28. New look for GP practices

    News -

    Here's what your GP practice will now look like due to COVID-19 safety measures

  29. Getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience

    Advice and Information -

    Want to know how to get the most out of virtual health and care appointments for both patients and health care professionals? We've put together some tips.

  30. Have you used Attend Anywhere?

    Blog -

    If you've used North West Borough's video consultation system, Attend Anywhere, you can share your experiences.

  31. Accessing care through your GP Practice - share your views

    News -

    Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh would like to hear about your experience of accessing care through your GP Practice.

  32. Are you or your loved ones waiting for hospital care? Share you views

    News -

    Millions of people have had their treatment delayed by the pandemic – are you one of them? We want to know if you’re getting the advice, information and support you need while you wait.

  33. What to expect when waiting for care

    Advice and Information -

    Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.

  34. Experiences of Using NHS 111 Snapshot Survey

    Report -

    An engagement outcome report on people's experiences of using NHS 111 from the Wigan Borough CCG.

  35. Access to GP Services

    Report -

    This report captures the voices and experiences of people across the Wigan Borough who are accessing services at their General Practice (GP). We engaged with over 300 residents to hear how practices are continuing to interact with them.

  36. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

    Advice and Information -

    People are often in need of out-of-hours medical assistance. Using NHS guidelines we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  37. What is flu and what is the flu vaccine?

    Advice and Information -

    As we enter flu season it's important you know what they symptoms of flu are and what the flu vaccine is.

  38. Industrial action: senior NHS doctors and government reach agreement

    Response -

    Senior NHS doctors in England have voted to accept an offer from the government on pay and conditions, following months of strike action. Read our response.

  39. 10 top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

    Advice and Information -

    We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP.