New vision to help patients get the best out of the NHS using technology

In a speech tomorrow, Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt is expected to announce a new vision for the NHS outlining how technology will be used to make it easier for people to access care and support.
The Government’s aim is that every patient will be able to do a number of tasks to manage their health online or via an app by the end of 2018.

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Responses to our report on home care

Here we share how organisations from across the health and care sector have responded to our report 'Home care services: What people told Healthwatch about their experiences'.
Here we share how organisations from across the health and care sector have responded to our report 'Home care services: What people told Healthwatch about their experiences'.
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Islington resident helps make phoning social workers easier

Angela’s idea has helped make it easier for people in Islington to speak to their social worker on the phone.
Angela, a 69 year-old who regularly uses care services, often had to wait for up to an hour to get through to her social worker on the phone, resulting in expensive phone bills.
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Our response to The Lancet's study on people's care needs

New report from Medical journal The Lancet estimates England will need an additional 71,000 care home places by 2025.
The report analyses people's care needs in 2011 compared to 1991 and found that older adults are living more years with substantial care needs.
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Student volunteers help research patient views

Thousands of volunteers give up their time to find out what people around the country think of health and care every year. Find out about one Healthwatch’s award-winning approach to recruiting volunteers.
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How do I choose the right care home?

Finding a suitable care home for you or a loved one can be difficult. Knowing what to look for and what questions to ask can make the decision easier. We’ve gathered some information and useful resources to help you make the right choice.
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Responses to our report on care homes

Here we share how organisations from across the health and care sector have responded to our report 'What's it like to live in a care home?'.
Here we share how organisations from across the health and care sector have responded to our report 'What's it like to live in a care home?'.
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