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

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    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  33. Do you need help getting to hospital?

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    Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.

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

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    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.

  35. Accessibility checklist for GP surgeries

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

  36. Sheffield's Health Profile - Public Health England report

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    Public Health England has published a report giving an overview of health and life expectancy in Sheffield.

  37. Receiving continuing health care funding from the NHS? Book a place at the Personal Health Budget Conference

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    Are you in receipt of Continuing Health Care funding from the NHS, a disabled person/carer who may be eligible or thinks they may be eligible for NHS funding or a health practitioner?

  38. Survey: How will you stay well this winter?

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    Winter is generally a very busy time for the NHS and health services in general, which is why the NHS Sheffield Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG), and its partner organisations, undertake a winter communications campaign.

  39. Think Pharmacy First!

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    Sheffield pharmacists are encouraging people to think pharmacy first when treating their winter ailments.

  40. Guide to supporting patients’ choices to avoid long hospital stays

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    NHS England have published a quick guide to help people avoid long hospital stays.

  41. Have your say! Inspection of Sheffield Children’s Hospital

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) are going to be inspecting Sheffield Children’s Hospital in June.
    They want to hear about your experiences of the service.

  42. CQC Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust inspection

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) the independent regulator of all health and adult social care services in England will be inspecting Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust on 13 September 2016.

  43. Patient data: how it’s used, stored and shared. Have your say

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    Over the summer the Government is seeking views from the public on plans for how the NHS will be able to use patient data to improve services and treatments.

  44. Mental health directory for young people launched

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    A new downloadable directory has been launched to support the mental health and emotional wellbeing of children and young people in Sheffield.

  45. Get your flu jab!

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    Are you over 65, pregnant, or have an existing heath condition? Then you are eligible for a free flu vaccination.

  46. New scheme to beat Type 2 diabetes launched this month

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    A new scheme is being launched in GP practices across Sheffield this month to help people with a high risk of Type 2 diabetes avoid developing the illness.

  47. Council consultation on smoking control strategy

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    Sheffield City Council and other public health partners are currently reviewing the Tobacco Control Strategy for 2017-2022.