News and reports

Healthwatch Rochdale have launched two surveys to gather local people’s experiences and views of mental health services in the Rochdale borough.

Healthwatch Rochdale have published a report after speaking with 710 residents to discover how they would like to receive information and advice from local health & social care providers.

Healthwatch Rochdale has come together with the nine other Healthwatches in Greater Manchester to compile a report highlighting the views of residents on the challenges faced during the coronavirus pandemic.

Healthwatch Rochdale are to host their third online information forum ‘An Audience with Carers Support and Services’ on Tues 22nd June 6.30pm – 7.45pm.

The Rochdale and Oldham Maternity Voices Partnership (MVP) are hosting their first online “Meet and Greet” via Zoom on Wednesday 2nd June at 7:00pm - 8.30pm

NHS England has issued new guidance to GP practices across the country on facilitating more face-to-face appointments for patients.

Extra vaccination clinics are being put in place across the borough of Rochdale as the drive to increase vaccination take-up and stop the spread of the disease continues.

People have told us they want to feel listened to and involved in decisions about their social care. Here are six things you should expect from care services, according to new guidelines.

You can now text Healthwatch Rochdale on 07520645142 to share your experience of using health and social care services in the Rochdale borough.

Fixed term for 1 year- (with potential to extend beyond this)
Flexible Work Pattern – as a guide hours may average up to 11 per week
This equates to £12.50/per hour up to a maximum of £7,200 p.a. plus expenses

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