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

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    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.

  2. 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.

  3. Mental Health Report 2018

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    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.

  4. Local Health services in Thurrock

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

  5. Drug and Alcohol Support in Thurrock

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    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.

  6. Thurrock Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2016-21

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    Refreshed Health and Wellbeing Strategy for 2016-21

  7. Health and Wellbeing: Goal C

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

  8. Mental Health & Covid Report 2020/21

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    Healthwatch Thurrock conducted a survey to reflect the experiences of residents during the Covid-19 lockdown periods and the effects this has had on their Health and Mental Wellbeing.

  9. New reports published by Healthwatch Thurrock

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    Healthwatch Thurrock have recently released new reports, please see below to find out more and view.

  10. Healthwatch Thurrock Annual Report 2020-21

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    Since COVID-19 struck, the work of the Healthwatch Thurrock to support and listen to local people became more crucial than ever.
    Find out about our resources and how we have engaged and supported people in 2020-21.

  11. Healthwatch Thurrock release Annual Report 2020-21

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    Since COVID-19 struck, the work of the Healthwatch Thurrock to support and listen to local people became more crucial than ever. Find out about our resources and how we have engaged and supported people in 2020-21.

  12. This week is Suicide Prevention Week

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    Every year communities and organisations across the world come together to raise awareness of suicide prevention, and strive towards a world where less people die by suicide.

  13. World Mental Health Day

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    The world Health Organisation (WHO) recognises World Mental Health Day on the 10th of October every year.

  14. Supporting your neurodiverse child

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    Helps families navigate the support that is available and includes practical interventions based on the lived experiences of families. Full image here - https://thurrockcvs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Screenshot-2023-05-15-110141.jpg

  15. Annual Report 2022-23

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    Read our Annual report to find out how Healthwatch Thurrock has been making a difference in the community during this last year.

  16. Healthwatch Thurrock celebrate #childrensmentalhealthweek

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    To mark Children’s Mental Health Week (5th – 11th February) Healthwatch Thurrock ran a drawing challenge asking children of Thurrock to draw something that makes them happy. We promised to share the entries throughout #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek.

  17. 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.

  18. 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.

  19. 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.

  20. 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.

  21. 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.

  22. 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.

  23. Healthwatch Thurrock Annual Report 2017-18

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    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.

  24. Blood Testing Report 2017

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

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

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    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.

  26. NHS Long Term Plan Report

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

  27. Health and Wellbeing 2016 Goal B

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    Goal B Health and Wellbeing Healthier Environment Report

  28. Health Hubs April 2016

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    Raising awareness of Thurrock Health Hubs

  29. Join our live Facebook event!

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    Join us on the 1st September at 6:00pm!

  30. GP Experiences Report

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    The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way that a lot of services are delivered, with a move away from face to face interactions and more occurring over the phone and via virtual means.

  31. 10 top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

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    We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP.

  32. Long Term Conditions Report

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    People with long-term conditions now account for over 50% of all GP appointments, 64% of all outpatient appointments and over 70% of all all inpatient bed days.