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Help health and social care services recover from COVID-19 #BecauseWeAllCare

Two-thirds of people in England say they are more likely to act to improve health and social care services since the outbreak of COVID-19. You can help improve care in Kingston by joining our campaign #BecauseWeAllCare.

13 January 2021

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Healthwatch Kingston is asking residents, family and friends about their experiences of residential care during the coronavirus pandemic

Healthwatch Kingston recognises this is a sensitive time for many and we would like to hear about the experiences of residents, and also from family members and friends of residents of Care Homes, Supported Living Homes and...

13 January 2021

Lockdown 3 survey in Korean

Korean? Tamil? Polish? Other? Check out the NEW Healthwatch Kingston website ‘Select language’ feature

If English isn't your first language and you want to find out more about the work of Healthwatch Kingston, our website now allows you to select which language you want through Google Translate. It's not always...

13 January 2021

JOINT STATEMENT: Time to Change Kingston

The Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, Healthwatch Kingston upon Thames and Mind in Kingston have today released a joint statement about the future of Time to Change Kingston.

13 January 2021

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Coronavirus vaccine - updated information

People over 80 can now get the MHRA approved vaccine. Remember, you need two doses to be protected from Covid-19. You’ll be contacted when it’s your turn. Updated guidance and Public Health England advice available to...

11 January 2021

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Rapid result Covid-19 testing for key front-line staff at new community testing sites

This testing is for anyone who works directly with/supports adults and who doesn’t have coronavirus symptoms. This test is now also open to people living in supported living settings and people attending day services.

Youth Out Loud! is recruiting volunteers

Youth Out Loud! is recruiting! Healthwatch Kingston is looking for young people aged 13-17 to volunteer with Youth Out Loud! (YOL!)

14 January 2021

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COVID-19 Vaccination scams what you need to know

We are aware that some people are receiving suspicious calls and text messages offering the COVID-19 vaccination.

14 January 2021

Have your say

Tell us about your experiences of NHS and social care services during 'Lockdown 3'

Healthwatch Kingston acknowledges the extreme pressure NHS and social care services are facing during 'Lockdown 3'. We continue to be interested in what local people think about the care they are provided during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

13 January 2021

Latest reports and publications

Board Meeting

Board Meeting - November 2020

12 November 2020

Board Meeting Agenda and Papers

Open Meeting Zoom

Open Meeting - October 2020

29 October 2020

In case you missed it, here are the presentations and slides from our...

CQC report

CQC Report: Out of sight - who cares?

22 October 2020

The CQC have carried out a review in response to serious concerns...

YOL report

Young People’s Wellbeing During the COVID-19 Crisis

14 October 2020

This report was written by Healthwatch Kingston and Richmond in...