Our Chair of the Board, Margaret Parker
Margaret retired from a long career in the public sector working in senior management and management positions in the education and social care sectors of both Manchester and Kirklees Councils.
Since retiring Margaret has become familiar with a range of health and social care services, particularly in relation to dementia, cancer and heart complaints. This experience has reignited her strong interest in challenging and influencing the delivery of services to improve the experience for the communities they serve.
Our Board
David Bradshaw - Treasurer
As the owner of Home Instead Rochdale, my focus is on the service first and the business second as I want to provide a quality service that I would be happy to use for myself and my family.
I have a daughter who used to live with me in Hebden Bridge but she has now flown the nest. When I am not dedicating my time to Home Instead, I enjoy hill walking- especially in the Lake District, spending time in my vegetable garden and looking after my chickens. I also love cooking, but it is really just an excuse to listen to football on the radio and to drink red wine!
Melanie Tunney
Melanie has lived in Rochdale for most of her life and attended Oulder Hill High School, Rochdale College and Manchester University.
Melanie is retired from a long career as a Children's Social Worker, Manager and Senior Manager in a neighbouring authority. She is keen to champion inclusion for all and joined the Healthwatch Board to support fair access and inclusion to health and social care services.
Terry Rich
Terry is a Rochdale resident who had his own estate agency business and was also a financial advisor. Terry spent 33 years as a Scout Leader for the 29thA Rochdale Starring Scout Group. In his spare time he likes to spend time walking with friends and is actively involved in the Royal Court Theatre. Alongside this Terry enjoys spending time with his family. Terry joined the board as he believes he can help to make a difference locally working with Rochdale residents, particularly those with Autism, and help facilitate improvements with his vast NHS lived experiences.”
Interested in joining our board?
Learn more about the role and how to apply here.
Public Board Questions
Members of the public are invited to submit questions in advance to be asked at our Public Board Meeting.
Public questions that our board can answer are specific to the work being carried out or completed by the Healthwatch Rochdale team.
If you question covers the wider remit of health and social care then please contact Rochdale Borough Council or HMR CCG who are the local commissioners of services.
You can submit your question by emailing info@healthwatchrochdale.org.uk
These questions will be answered in line with our Public Questions to the Board Process, a copy of which you can download below.
Process for Public Questions asked to Healthwatch Rochdale's Board
Public Questions & Response
See questions asked at our previous public board meeting and the response from the Healthwatch Rochdale Board.
Public Questions & Response 15.12.22