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Open Meeting - October 2020
In case you missed it, here are the presentations and slides from our October Open Meeting
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Healthwatch Kingston signs the Time to Change employer pledge
Time to Change is a social movement aiming to change the way people think and act about mental health. Healthwatch Kingston joins the many organisations across the country who have pledged to tackle mental health stigma within their work places.
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South West London COVID-19 - Gold Briefing
The following gold briefing information has been shared with us from NHS South West London CCG.
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Flu vaccinations in Kingston
Each year flu kills on average 11,000 people across the UK and hospitalises many more.
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CQC Report: Out of sight - who cares?
The CQC have carried out a review in response to serious concerns about potential breaches of human rights due to the use of restraint, seclusion and segregation in care settings for people who, in some cases, cannot advocate for themselves.
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Last chance to share your experiences of services during the Coronavirus pandemic
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.
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Young People’s Wellbeing During the COVID-19 Crisis Report
This report was written by Healthwatch Kingston and Richmond in collaboration with Youth Out Loud! (YOL!), a group of young people aged 13-17.
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Time to Change Kingston Video for World Mental Health Day
Watch Time to Change Kingston Champions Eli, Fabian and Tony speak with Giselle from Kingston Libraries about their eye-opening experiences of mental health issues, stigma and support.
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Dental Services Update
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.
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Right to Healthcare Card
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.
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World Mental Health Day 2020
Time to Change Kingston are running a number of events for World Mental Health Day.
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