1. Access free online therapy

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    A new free online therapy service by Big White Wall has been commissioned by the NHS in Merton to enhance the existing mental health support in the borough.

  2. Young People in Merton Mental Health Directory 2020 Refresh

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    Hearts & Minds and Healthwatch Merton have launched the refresh of the Young People in Merton Mental Health Directory which was originally compiled back in 2017.

  3. Heart and Minds Goes Online!

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    Hearts and Minds go online with digital hangouts open to any 14-25 year olds with experience of mental health difficulties, regardless of where you are in the UK or whether you’ve previously attended one of their groups.

  4. Support from community organisations during COVID-19

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    Community organisations continue to support Merton's residents during this time.

  5. Enter and View Report - Beecholme Adult Care 2019

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    In 2019, based on local intelligence, Healthwatch Merton visited Beecholme Adult Care mental health step-down service which is commissioned by South West London and St George's, and then wrote this Enter and View report of their findings.

  6. Looking After Yourselves

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    A range of resources and information to help you look after yourself.

  7. Out of sight – who cares?: Restraint, segregation and seclusion review

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    Looks at the use of restraint, seclusion and segregation in care services for people with a mental health condition, a learning disability or autistic people.

  8. ‘what is working well’

    Report -

    The key focus of this snapshot report is to share ‘what is working well’



  9. Healthwatch Merton Annual Report 2021-22

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    Healthwatch Merton Annual report (2021-2022)

    We would like to thank everyone who helped us to put people at the heart of health and social care.

  10. Healthwatch Merton Annual Report 2022-23

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    Healthwatch Merton Annual report (2022-2023)

    We would like to thank everyone who helped us to put people at the heart of health and social care.

  11. Adult Social Care Consultation on Cuts to Services

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    Merton Council ran a consultation exercise about how, and from where, they aim to achieve the 2016/17 proposed cuts of £5.06 million to be implemented in 2016-17.

  12. Carers needed to help develop new bereavement service

    News -

    The South West London & St George Mental Health Trust is keen to expand the involvement of all service users and carers in developing their services.

  13. Coronavirus Volunteer Workforce in Merton

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    Merton Voluntary Service Council (MVSC) is working with the voluntary sector in the borough to mobilise a volunteer taskforce to help isolated households and those at risk from COVID-19.

  14. Healthwatch Merton Annual report 2019-2020

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    Our 2019/20 Annual Report

  15. CQC - Developing our future strategy

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    Care Quality Commission as part of developing their next strategy are sharing their latest thinking on a range of key areas.

  16. How to communicate better with people with hearing loss

    Advice and Information -

    COVID-19 poses a unique challenge for health and social care professionals when talking to someone with hearing loss. Here are some important tips to help you communicate effectively.

  17. Healthwatch Merton annual report 2020-2021

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    Healthwatch Merton Annual report (2020-2021) – June 2021

  18. Latest E-bulletin

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    Our E-bulletins let you know what we have been up to and highlights both local and national health and care updates and opportunities.

  19. Your Care, Your Way

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    Help make sure more people get healthcare information in the way they need it.

  20. Long COVID Snapshot Report 21/22

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    Our Long COVID snapshot report is ready to share and is based on what we heard from you between August 2021 and November 2021.

  21. What should you expect from home care services?

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