1. Improving physical health for people with severe mental illness, learning disabilities and autistic spectrum disorder

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    A new project has begun to see what we can collectively to do to improve the health of people in Sheffield with severe mental illness, learning disabilities and autistic spectrum disorder.

  2. OFSTED & CQC Inspection of Sheffield’s SEND Provision

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    An inspection by Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) has been announced to review how effectively Sheffield meets its responsibilities to children and young people aged 0-25 years who have special educational needs and/or disabilities.

  3. Your Voice Counts: Sheffield Autistic Society

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    In October and November 2018, Healthwatch Sheffield were invited to three meetings run by Sheffield Autistic Society. We listened to adults with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and their families/carers about their experiences

  4. SEND inspection report published

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    In November 2018, OFSTED and the Care Quality Commission led an investigation into how services in Sheffield identify and meet the needs of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND).

  5. Sheffield Parent Carer Forum: Survey Results

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    Sheffield Parent Carer Forum have heard from over 700 parents through their State of Sheffield survey.

  6. My Health, My Say: the experiences of people with a learning disability using local health and social care services

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    We worked with Sheffield Mencap and Gateway to explore the experiences of people with a Learning Disability when they access health and social care services.

  7. COVID-19 enquiry summary 1st May 2020

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    This briefing sets out the key issues we're hearing about COVID-19 and its impact on local people in the week commencing 27th April 2020. It includes bereavement services, mental health crisis care, and concerns from people with learning disabilities

  8. COVID-19 enquiry summary 29th May 2020

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    This briefing sets out the key issues we're hearing about COVID-19 and its impact on local people, from the two weeks commencing 18th and 25th May. It includes feedback on primary care (GPs, pharmacies, dentists), & changes to lockdown restrictions

  9. Free event for parents of children with Special Educational Needs

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    Do you live in Burngreave or the surrounding area? Do you have a child who has or may have special education needs or disabilities (SEND)? We'd like to invite you to our event on Tuesday 28th September

  10. #SpeakUp 2021 - Autism Hope

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    Autism Hope are a support group for parents and carers of children with autism. They are based in North Sheffield and meet weekly, providing a space for friendship, understanding and support

  11. #SpeakUp 2021 - Asperger's Children and Carers Together (ACCT)

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    ACCT is a parent and carer-led support group for autistic children and young people and their families in Sheffield. They run social and activity groups for a variety of age groups, as well as regular peer support meetings for parent-carers.

  12. #SpeakUp 2021 - Luv2MeetU

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    Luv2MeetU is a friendship and dating organisation for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. They provide a range of activities and events that have been requested by members.

  13. Autism Hope - finding the right support for children with autism

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    Autism Hope used our #SpeakUp grant funding to talk to parents of children with autism - what was their assessment and diagnosis like, where did they find support, and what needs to improve?

  14. Asperger's Children and Carers Together - supporting families of children with autism

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    ACCT used our #SpeakUp grant to talk to the parent-carers of children with autism at their peer support groups. They wanted to find out what was important to them, such as experiences of getting support for their children in school.

  15. Luv2MeetU - how do we fill the gaps in support for people with a learning disability?

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    What has Covid-19 been like for adults with a learning disability? Luv2MeetU's members #SpeakUp to say they need access to clearer information, plus more support to be independent and manage their own health

  16. #SpeakUp 2021 - Sheffield Voices

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    Sheffield Voices is a learning disability self-advocacy group led by people with a learning disability themselves.

  17. Sheffield Voices - Calling for a voice for disabled people

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    The Sheffield Voices self-advocacy group #SpeakUp about the treatment of people with learning disabilities through the pandemic. They want disabled people to be listened to by those in charge of local services

  18. #SpeakUp 2021 - Burton Street Foundation

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    The Burton Street Foundation is a not-for-profit community organisation, providing a wide range of day services for people with learning disabilities.

  19. Burton Street Foundation - increasing access to health care for people with a learning disability

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    The families and carers of people with a learning disability #SpeakUp about annual health checks and hospital passports - two resources which can help people get the healthcare they need

  20. December 2021 and January 2022 - What have we been hearing?

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    These are the key things we've been hearing about in December and January - including getting NHS dental care, appropriate support for people with autism, and an insight into people's experiences making a complaint.

  21. March 2022 - what have we been hearing?

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    These are the key things we've been hearing about in March - including issues getting a GP or NHS dentist appointment, issues about accessing mental health and autism services and feedback from Sheffield's homeless community.

  22. #SpeakUp grants scheme 2021 - summary report

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    In 2021 we awarded small grants to 12 local voluntary, community, and not-for-profit organisations. They helped us to hear from over 790 people in Sheffield about important issues in health and social care. Find out about this year's projects.

  23. August 2022 - what have we been hearing?

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    These are the key things we have been hearing about in August- including issues accessing GP's , NHS dentistry, and mental health services . Feedback has been shared about hospital care and accessible information.

  24. September 2022 - what have we been hearing?

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    These are the key things we've been hearing about in September - including patient experiences of hospital care, challenges accessing GP appointments and NHS dentistry.

  25. April 2023 what have we been hearing?

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    These are the key things we've been hearing about in April 2023 including GP feedback, hospital care and insights from the Community Champions.

  26. May 2023 what have we been hearing?

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    These are the key things we've been hearing about in May 2023 including GP feedback, hospital care and mental health services.

  27. June 2023 what have we been hearing?

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    These are the key things we've been hearing about in June 2023 including GP feedback, hospital care and mental health services.

  28. What to expect after being referred for an autism assessment

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    Autism affects people in different ways. It can bring strengths and challenges that can affect how comfortable, healthy, and happy you feel. Here's what you should expect from an autism assessment, diagnosis and getting the proper support.

  29. August - September 2023 what have we been hearing?

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    These are the key things we've been hearing about in August and September 2023 including GP feedback, hospital care, and mental health services.

  30. Blog: My experience trying to get an ADHD diagnosis in Sheffield

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    Waiting times for adult ADHD assessments in Sheffield are extremely high. In our newest blog, Paul shares his experience of trying to get a diagnosis - what led him to seek an assessment, what the biggest challenges were, and the things he's found helpful

  31. December- January 2024 what have we been hearing?

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    These are the key things we've been hearing about in December - January 2024 including GP feedback, hospital care, and mental health services.

  32. We're recruiting!

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    Could you join our team? We're looking for a friendly and experienced Administrator to help us in our work

  33. Seeking new advisory board members

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    Are you passionate about high quality health and social care in Sheffield?

  34. Seeking a new Chair – Healthwatch Sheffield Advisory Board

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    Do you possess leadership experience in an organisation, business or volunteer role?

  35. Draft ‘Involvement Assurance Framework’ – your feedback wanted!

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    Healthwatch Sheffield has been working on creating a toolkit (the ‘Involvement Assurance Framework’) for organisations to use when they involve the public.

  36. Healthwatch Sheffield looking for Project Officer

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    We are looking to recruit a Project Officer to join the team.

  37. Every Voice Matters – Healthwatch England Annual Report

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    In 2015-16, more than half a million people engaged with the Healthwatch network during the last year to seek advice about health and social care services, and shared their experiences of using them.

  38. Healthwatch is recruiting a new Administrator

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    Healthwatch Sheffield are looking to recruit an Administrator

    To provide effective and efficient administrative support to Healthwatch Sheffield, to the staff team and to the Healthwatch Sheffield Chair and Advisory Board as appropriate.

  39. Healthwatch’s Judy writes for Telegraph Health

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    Judy Robinson, Chair of Healthwatch Sheffield, is now a regular contributor to the Sheffield Telegraph’s Health page. Her first article was published today.

  40. VCF Health & Social Care Forum meeting on mental health

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    On 16 March, Healthwatch Sheffield is hosting its next Health and Social Care Forum for voluntary, community and faith groups in the city.

  41. Test Bed Advisory Group news

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    On Wednesday 15th March, some members of the Sheffield City Region Test Bed Advisory Group (TAG ) visited the Yorkshire & Humber Digital Health & Wellbeing Ecosystem meeting in Wakefield.

  42. Join the Healthwatch Sheffield team

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    If you are interested in helping people to influence local health and social care, the perfect job could be waiting for you here at Healthwatch Sheffield.

  43. VCF Forum March 2017 - 'Tell Theresa’, Sheffield’s plea to the PM on mental health

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    On 16 March 2017, Healthwatch Sheffield hosted a Health and Social Care Forum for voluntary, community and faith groups in the city.

  44. Healthwatch Sheffield are Hiring

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    We are seeking a well organized and efficient Administrative Assistant to join the Healthwatch Sheffield team.

  45. #SpeakUp - grants available to help local voices be heard

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    Healthwatch Sheffield have launched #SpeakUp Grants aimed at local groups to enable them to run projects that help local people share their experiences of health and care services in Sheffield.

  46. Help Set Our Priorities

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    This Spring we’re asking for your help to set our priorities for 2018-20. We’ve designed a survey to help us to paint a picture of where we should best focus our efforts over the next two years.

  47. Chair needed for new Strategic Advisory Group

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    This is an exciting voluntary opportunity to Chair and help shape a new Strategic Advisory Group for Healthwatch Sheffield.

  48. Members needed for new Strategic Advisory Group

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    This is an exciting voluntary opportunity to be part of a new Strategic Advisory Group for Healthwatch Sheffield.

  49. Healthwatch Sheffield Annual Report 2017-18

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    Our Annual Report sets out our achievements for the year and gives examples of our work with different communities in Sheffield.