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

    Advice and Information -

    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

    Report -

    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

    Advice and Information -

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

  5. Drug and Alcohol Support in Thurrock

    Advice and Information -

    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

    Report -

    Refreshed Health and Wellbeing Strategy for 2016-21

  7. Health and Wellbeing: Goal C

    Report -

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

  8. Mental Health & Covid Report 2020/21

    Report -

    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

    News -

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

  10. Healthwatch Thurrock Annual Report 2020-21

    Report -

    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

    News -

    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

    News -

    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

    News -

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

  14. Supporting your neurodiverse child

    Advice and Information -

    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

    Report -

    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

    News -

    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. Brighter Futures 2019

    Report -

    Healthwatch Thurrock was asked as an independent organisation to gather the views of children and young people, carers and parents about their experiences of using the Brighter Futures services.

  18. Looked After Children 2019

    Report -

    A project collecting the views of Looked After Children, Foster Carers and Professionals in Thurrock

  19. Have your say on the Care you or someone you know receives

    News -

    February 7th 2020 saw the launch of a piece of work by Healthwatch Thurrock.

  20. NHS Long Term Plan Report

    Report -

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

  21. Health Advice for Parents

    Advice and Information -

    Find advice for common health conditions in children on this page and helpful resources.

  22. Healthwatch Thurrock Annual Report 2014-15

    Report -

    Thurrock Healthwatch presents it Annual Report for 2014/15

  23. For Thurrock In Thurrock

    Report -

    Healthwatch Thurrock was recently commissioned by Thurrock Clinical Commissioning Group (TCCG) to do a piece of work
    titled “For Thurrock in Thurrock”.

  24. Dying Matters Event

    News -

    Come along to our next event!
    6th May 2022
    The Beehive, Grays, RM17 6XP

  25. Remote Blood Pressure Monitoring Survey

    News -

    MSE ICS wish to understand more about how and why you came to have a blood pressure monitor, and how your experience of monitoring your blood pressure impacts your health and wellbeing.

  26. Learning Disability Health event success!

    News -

    On Wednesday 14th June Healthwatch Thurrock held a collaborative event with College Health, Thurrock Lifestyle Solutions (TLS) and Thurrock Centre for Independent Living (TCIL).

  27. Young Healthwatch - Christmas Magic Event

    News -

    Inviting all children up to 13 years old for some Young healthwatch Christmas Magic!
    We want to hear your views on health and social care services

  28. Betty's Blue Badge Project: A look into accessibility for Blue Badge users who use supermarket parking in Thurrock

    Report -

    We received a number of complaints & concerns regarding accessibility for Blue Badge users regarding supermarket parking. We decided to explore this further & gather lived experience of badge users within Thurrock who use local supermarket parking.

  29. What should you expect from home care services?

    Advice and Information -

    The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?

  30. Long Term Conditions Report

    Report -

    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.