1. Coronavirus: latest information

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    Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England about the Coronavirus.

  2. Coronavirus: office temporarily closed in support of social distancing

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    Staff are working remotely

  3. Coronavirus: how you can help the community

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    Kingston Council, Kingston Voluntary Action and Volunteering Kingston are working together to create 'Kingston Stronger Together' Find out how you can get involved.

  4. Coronavirus: socially isolating?

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    Helpful tips to manage your mental and physical wellbeing

  5. Coronavirus: need help?

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    Are you currently self isolating, vulnerable and need help accessing essential goods and services in Kingston?

  6. Last chance to share your experiences of services during the Coronavirus pandemic

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    The deadline for sharing your views is Sunday 1 November. We have been gathering experiences on access and quality of services during the pandemic and will be writing our report on these findings very soon.

  7. A message from the Healthwatch Kingston team

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    Dear Healthwatchers! We hope you are all keeping well during this challenging time.

  8. Eli's lockdown tip

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    Goal setting helps me to develop an action plan which encourages me to carry out my tasks. It helps me to motivate myself during challenging and uncertain times we are going through.

  9. Martin's lockdown tip

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    Being with nature is something I have been passionate about since the age of five and which has been personally very beneficial to my mental wellbeing.

  10. Sarah's lockdown tip

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    Through therapy, I have learnt to implement various tools to help me control my anxiety, panic attacks, and feelings of discomfort, and through trial and error I have found the ones that fit best for me and would like to share them with you.

  11. Eve's lockdown tip

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    Sticking to some sort of routine has really helped me stay focused and has been a healthy way to cope with any anxiety that this uncertain time can cause. A routine can include simple things, like brushing your teeth and getting dressed.

  12. Experiences of NHS and social care services in Kingston before and during the Coronavirus pandemic: Snapshot report #1

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    Healthwatch Kingston has compared experiences of NHS and social care services prior to and during the Coronavirus pandemic. This snapshot report presents information shared with us from before ‘lockdown’ and between the beginning of April to mid-June

  13. Healthwatch Kingston Annual Report 2019/2020

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    We are proud to share with you all we have been working on, over the past year (31 March 2019 - 1 April 2020)

  14. Have your say on Kingston’s Supported Living and Homecare Services

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    Kingston Council are inviting Parents and Carers to have their say on Supported Living and Homecare Services

  15. Open Meeting - June 2020

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    Presentations and documents shared at our last open meeting

  16. Watch the film: Kingston Hospital Intensive Care Team - planning for a pandemic

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    Fantastic film from Kingston Hospital about how they responded and adapted to the Coronavirus crisis. Well done and thank you!

  17. Help the NHS prepare for the winter for a chance to win a £50 voucher

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    Help the NHS this winter by sharing your views about flu vaccination.

  18. Latest Information on Coronavirus - National Lockdown and Government launches coronavirus ad campaign

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    STAY HOME. PROTECT THE NHS. SAVE LIVES. The single most important action we can all take is to stay at home to protect the NHS and save lives.

  19. What do you think about Test and Trace?

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    Please tell Healthwatch Kingston what you think about the COVID-19 NHS Test and Trace Service

  20. Right to Healthcare Card

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    As a result of unprecedented measures being put in place to deal with Covid-19 Groundwork's research has found that many people experiencing homelessness have found it difficult to register with a GP and access primary care services.

  21. Dental Services Update

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    We have heard that residents have been having trouble accessing dental services during the pandemic. Kingston and Richmond Local Dental Committee have provided an update about Dental Services in Kingston and Richmond.

  22. Flu vaccinations in Kingston

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    Each year flu kills on average 11,000 people across the UK and hospitalises many more.

  23. Young People’s Wellbeing During the COVID-19 Crisis Report

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    This report was written by Healthwatch Kingston and Richmond in collaboration with Youth Out Loud! (YOL!), a group of young people aged 13-17.

  24. South West London COVID-19 - Gold Briefing

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    The following gold briefing information has been shared with us from NHS South West London CCG.

  25. What you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccines

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    Updated by the NHS on 25 January 2021

  26. Coronavirus and Hospital Visiting

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    Recent reports have shown there has been a significant rise in the rates of Coronavirus infection within hospitals. Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust responded quickly to Healthwatch Kingston about people’s concerns.




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

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    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.

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

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    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.

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

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    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 Extra Care Housing.

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

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    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.

  31. COVID-19 Vaccination scams what you need to know

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