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Read Healthwatch England's response to the plan, which aims to tackle record NHS waiting times and improve people's experience while they wait.

WE ARE RECRUITING A CHAIR FOR OUR VOLUNTARY ADVISORY GROUP.

The role of the Healthwatch Rochdale Advisory Group is to ensure that local people's lived experiences of using NHS, health and care services is used to inform and shape the work of Healthwatch Rochdale.

Rob grew up in Rossendale, and has lived in various places across Greater Manchester before finally settling in Heywood, Rochdale. He currently works for the Church of England’s Diocese of Manchester, supporting parishes across the county with grant funding and sustainability.

Healthwatch in Greater Manchester explore the realities of child and adolescent mental health services in the city region.

Healthwatch Rochdale, in partnership with HMR Circle are hosting an event on Tuesday 10th December 2024 from 11:00am until 3:00pm at The Strand Community Hub, Kirkholt, Rochdale.

Each year, people travel to millions of NHS appointments. But with growing pressure on local health services and the high cost of living, travelling to care is another expense many people struggle to afford. Read what they've told us.

Please see below a list of car parks (CP) in the Rochdale Town Centre that have disabled bays:

Healthwatch England's new briefing provides the first geographical breakdown of pharmacy closures in England.

The Mews is a residential home that provides accommodation, personal care, and support to people with disabilities. The home comprises three units situated over four floors. It is built on the side of a hill and terraced with direct access to the outside area at each of the levels. The nursing care is provided by qualified nurses, who are supported by care assistants.

This booklet will tell you all you need to know about primary care services to help you and your family get the care you need from the right people, in the right place, at the right time.
Helping you get to know where to go.

The Healthwatch in Greater Manchester network publishes its Annual Report for 2023-2024.

The NHS offers support for people on low incomes to help with care costs. We look at how easy it is to access this help and how it can be improved.