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We wanted to hear users' and carers' experiences but this report also draws on the valuable insight of about 300 carers, professionals, voluntary organisations and planners. -
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Today we launch the “What Would You Do?” campaign to encourage everyone in Rutland to share their views about what changes to local NHS services should be made in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. -
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We are working with colleagues in Healthwatch Leicester/Leicestershire to deliver co-ordinated engagement with the public about the plan’s proposals. -
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Local health and social care leaders together with voluntary sector organisations in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) have unveiled new plans for supporting people with dementia and their carers. -
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It can be harder for older people to stay fit and well throughout the colder months. -
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People in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland are being asked to share their views on healthcare that patients receive at home and in local communities as the local NHS looks to improve community health services. -
Advice and Information -
Useful links for carers in the local area -
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A Leicester woman with dementia is highlighting the importance of getting the right help early on to people experiencing memory problems. -
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Part of our local Healthwatch programme is to carry out Enter and View visits. Healthwatch Rutland authorised representatives carry out these visits to health and social care services to find out how they are being run and make recommendations. -
Advice and Information -
Find local Services for older people and their contact details -
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Keep up to date with local news and Healthwatch Rutland updates for September 2019 -
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We will be at the following event being held by the Alzheimer's Society: -
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We all love the NHS, but let’s make it even better this year. Tell us about your experiences of health and social care, and the changes that you would like to see made locally, in our online survey. #SpeakUp2020 -
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Local Alzheimer’s Society teams continue to provide information, support and guidance to those who need it. -
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People in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) are invited to sign up to a new online network to help shape the future of local NHS services -
Advice and Information -
It can be hard to keep up with the constantly changing and evolving nature of guidance and help with coronavirus. Here are some links to different national organisations and their advice. -
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Age UK Leicestershire and Rutland works throughout Rutland with people over 50 and their carers, providing support, information and activities -
Advice and Information -
With Dementia Action Week happening on the 16-22 May 2022 it is a great opportunity for us to share information regarding Dementia. -
Advice and Information -
Admiral Nurses give practical and emotional support to people with dementia as well as their families and carers. -
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Keep up to date with local news and Healthwatch Rutland updates for Summer 2022 -
Report -
Are services in Rutland meeting the needs of people with dementia, their families and carers? -
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New local Healthwatch research shows that one of the big challenges for people living with dementia, and their carers, is to be able to access information and support services that are appropriate for their individual needs, at the right time -
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We heard from more than 350 people across LLR living with Dementia, their families and carers, during our research project last Autumn. -
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Our work over the past year has focused on ensuring that the public and patient voice is championed in the development of health and social care services to meet the needs of the Rutland community. -
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The strategy is for everyone affected by dementia – people with a diagnosis of dementia, their families and carers, and people and organisations who work to support them. -
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This year, Dementia Action Week will run from 13-19 May. Each year organisations come together to raise awareness of dementia and the support which is available.
Join us in Uppingham on Monday 13 May for an event to kick off this week of dementia awareness raising. -
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The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital. -
Advice and Information -
Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England about the Coronavirus. -
Advice and Information -
The four GP practices in Rutland have made significant changes to the way they are working in order to protect patients from risk of infection. -
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Following announcements from the Government earlier this week on Coronavirus, the 1.5 million people who are identified as being particularly high risk are receiving text messages and letters from the NHS. -
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Our first priority is to help people access information about local health and care services and other organisations that are helping people at this time -
Advice and Information -
We are trying to keep this as up to date as possible but please note that given the fast-moving nature of the situation some of the links may contain out-of-date information, especially those linking to documents rather than web pages. -
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The lastest (2 April 2020) Coronavirus PCN update regarding high-risk patients. -
Advice and Information -
Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you. -
Advice and Information -
Age UK works throughout Rutland with people over 50 and their carers, providing support, information and activities. As things are changing on a daily basis, Age UK has published a newsletter to address their current situation. -
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An update from NHS England and NHS Improvement Midlands: -
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With the current coronavirus pandemic, it’s important that you and your loved ones discuss your preferences for end of life care. This is especially important if you have been identified as high risk of severe illness if you catch COVID-19. -
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Leicester Partnership Trust (LPT) patient involvement update in response to changes due to coronavirus -
Advice and Information -
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak means you should only leave your home if it's essential, but you should still seek help if you have a serious health condition or concerning symptoms. -
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The NHS in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) is urging patients to continue accessing health services for symptoms and conditions requiring medical care. -
Advice and Information -
Isolation and social distancing is very difficult for everybody, especially for those with existing mental health conditions. It can be a struggle for anyone to cope with isolation and the immense changes to our way of life. -
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If you need medical help, the NHS is still here for you. -
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In line with national guidance issued in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, dental practices in LLR are currently closed for routine “face to face” dental appointments. -
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Find out local news and coronavirus guidance for and about unpaid carers -
Advice and Information -
Read about how coronavirus could affect you, your baby and your pregnancy care. -
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Dental practices in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland will begin opening from 8 June 2020 but patients should contact their practice to check arrangements. -
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As part of the initial response to the Covid-19 outbreak some urgent care centres were closed in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. A phased reopening has now started.