1. 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.

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

    Advice and Information -

    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.

  3. Do you need help getting to hospital?

    Advice and Information -

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

  4. What should you expect when it comes to care for your teeth?

    Advice and Information -

    Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you’re a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?

    Advice and Information -

    We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.

  8. Seven pieces of information that you should expect to receive after being diagnosed with dementia

    Advice and Information -

    Take a look at the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence's (NICE) quick guide to discussing and planning support following a dementia diagnosis.

  9. 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.

  10. Someone I love has died - where can I find support

    Advice and Information -

    Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

  11. Should I see a pharmacist instead of a doctor?

    Advice and Information -

    ​​​​​​​Avoid the wait at the GP and know when to visit your pharmacist instead. Look at how your pharmacist can help you.

  12. What's the difference between social distancing, self-isolation and shielding?

    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.

  13. What is domestic abuse and how can I get support?

    Advice and Information -

    If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help.

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

    Advice and Information -

    National Voices, Traverse, PPL and Healthwatch England put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.

  15. How to communicate better with people with hearing loss

    Advice and Information -

    COVID-19 poses a unique challenge for health and social care professionals when talking to someone with hearing loss. Here are some important tips to help you communicate effectively.

  16. Healthwatch Thurrock Highly Commended in National Awards

    News -

    Local health and social care champion has been highly commended at the Healthwatch England Annual Conference for their work with Sexual Abuse Services in Thurrock.

  17. Lung Health Check Scanners arrive in Thurrock!

    News -

    The long-awaited Targeted Lung Health Checks for Thurrock have begun with the first CT scanner mobile units arriving on 7 December at Thurrock Community Hospital.

  18. COVID-19 Vaccination Guide for older adults

    News -

    This leaflet explains about the COVID-19 vaccination, who is eligible and who needs to have the vaccine to protect them from Coronavirus.

  19. Sexual Violence and Abuse Report 2019

    Report -

    Healthwatch Thurrock reached out to survivors of sexual abuse to make sure their experiences helped inform the future approach of local services.

  20. Thurrock Cancer Conversations Report 2020

    Report -

    Healthwatch Thurrock were commissioned to conduct conversations with individuals to identify the quantity, source and consistency of information received by patients following diagnosis of cancer.

  21. Brighter Futures 2019

    Report -

    Healthwatch Thurrock was asked as an independent organisation to gather the views of children and young people, carers and parents about their experiences of using the Brighter Futures services.

  22. Looked After Children 2019

    Report -

    A project collecting the views of Looked After Children, Foster Carers and Professionals in Thurrock

  23. Healthwatch Thurrock Annual Report 2018-19

    Report -

    We have had another year of successes for the residents of Thurrock, where real face to face engagement and listening to what people have told us about the services they use has resulted in some real changes.

  24. Dental Services in Thurrock 2019

    Report -

    Through anecdotal discussion from service users and residents, a need to better understand Dental services for both Children and Adults living in Thurrock was identified in Autumn 2018.

  25. Mental Health Report 2018

    Report -

    Through anecdotal discussion from service users and residents, a need to better understand services supporting Mental Health Services in Thurrock were identified in early 2018.

  26. Healthwatch Thurrock Annual Report 2017-18

    Report -

    As we look forward to 2018/19 our operational plans will be to increase our ambassadors in more areas building on the successes of the past year and become even more integrated in the community that we represent.

  27. Healthwatch Thurrock Annual Report 2016-17

    Report -

    2016/17 has been another busy but successful year for Healthwatch Thurrock. Although only a small team the support we get from our overarching organisation Thurrock CVS has allowed us to expand.

  28. Blood Testing Report 2017

    Report -

    Healthwatch Thurrock undertook a piece of work and carried out a survey on the blood testing services at Orsett and Basildon Hospitals.

  29. Covid-19 Vaccination Programme

    News -

    The NHS has rolled out the biggest vaccination programme that has ever undertaken with three quarters of a million people already receiving the jab.

  30. Have your say on the Care you or someone you know receives

    News -

    February 7th 2020 saw the launch of a piece of work by Healthwatch Thurrock.

  31. More local GPs begin offering COVID Vaccine as part of biggest NHS Immunisation Programme

    News -

    More local vaccination services run by family doctors and their teams will open across mid and south Essex today (Friday 15 January 2021), as the roll out of the biggest vaccination programme in NHS history continues.

  32. Symptoms of Coronavirus

    Advice and Information -

    Learn what symptoms are associated with Coronavirus, how to recognise them and what to do if you are displaying symptoms.

  33. Building work begins on new IMC in Corringham

    News -

    Improving health, social and community services in Thurrock has moved another step forward as building work has begun on the new Integrated Medical Centre (IMC) in Corringham.

  34. Essex-wide COVID-19 vaccination website launches

    News -

    The NHS in Essex recently launched a new website, giving residents the latest information and advice on the local COVID-19 vaccination programme.

  35. NHS Long Term Plan Report

    Report -

    What do residents need or want from the NHS and how does this fit with the NHS Long Term Plan.

  36. Are you over 70? Have you been invited for your COVID-19 Vaccine?

    News -

    The NHS is calling for all people aged over 70 to come forward and contact the NHS to make an appointment for their COVID-19 Vaccination.

  37. Local Health services in Thurrock

    Advice and Information -

    Here you can find helpful links and organisations for local advice and services in Thurrock.

  38. Drug and Alcohol Support in Thurrock

    Advice and Information -

    Here you can find local services in Thurrock that can help and support residents battling with addiction as well as other alcohol and drug related issues.

  39. Day Care Report 2015

    Report -

    Assessing Day Care Centres in Thurrock

  40. Health Advice for Parents

    Advice and Information -

    Find advice for common health conditions in children on this page and helpful resources.

  41. Adult Social Care Consultation Report 2015

    Report -

    Healthwatch Thurrock gathered independent views in regard to the Thurrock Council Consultation around proposed changes including introducing charges, equipment and Extra Care provision.

  42. Thurrock Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2016-21

    Report -

    Refreshed Health and Wellbeing Strategy for 2016-21

  43. Healthwatch Thurrock Annual Report 2014-15

    Report -

    Thurrock Healthwatch presents it Annual Report for 2014/15

  44. Health and Wellbeing 2016 Goal A

    Report -

    GOAL A: Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2016-21

  45. Health and Wellbeing 2016 Goal B

    Report -

    Goal B Health and Wellbeing Healthier Environment Report

  46. Health and Wellbeing: Goal D

    Report -

    Goal D: Quality Care, centered around the person

  47. COVID-19 information in different languages and accessible formats

    News -

    The NHS in Essex is making sure everyone has access to useful information about COVID-19 and the vaccination programme.

  48. Volunteer roles with Healthwatch Thurrock

    Blog -

    Volunteers play a vital role in helping people have their say on health and social care. Volunteering with Healthwatch can help you develop skills, gain experience and make a difference to your community.

  49. Health and Wellbeing: Goal C

    Report -

    Health and Wellbeing Strategy Goal C: Better Emotional Health and Wellbeing

  50. Sustainability and Transformation Plan

    Report -

    Consultation Exercise Report