1. Do you want access to personal information held about you?

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    You have the right to get a copy of the information that is held about you. This is known as a subject access request.

  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. 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.

  4. Support from community organisations during COVID-19

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

  5. COVID-19 latest restrictions and temporary changes at our neighbouring hospital

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    COVID-19 latest restrictions and temporary changes at our surrounding hospitals

  6. 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.

  7. Support from One You Merton during COVID-19

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    One You Merton have recently adapted their services so that they support people as well as possible under the current governmental restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

  8. 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.

  9. NHS test and trace – opportunities for fraud

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    How to avoid scams related to the NHS Track and Trace service.

  10. Healthwatch Merton Annual report 2019-2020

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    Our 2019/20 Annual Report

  11. COVID-19 Snapshot Survey Analysis

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    At Healthwatch Merton we continue to work with our local council, NHS and other service providers to help them understand the needs of their communities in these challenging times.

  12. Help the NHS and your local community this winter by sharing your views about the flu vaccination

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    Are you from a BAME (Black, Asian, minority ethnic) community and living in the borough Merton?
    If yes, South West London CCG would love to hear from you to help shape their community messages around the winter flu vaccine.

  13. Getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience

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    Working with National Voices, Traverse, and PPL, we've 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.

  14. Wellbeing Matters Virtual Information Session

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  15. Help health and social care services recover from COVID-19 #BecauseWeAllCare

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    Two-thirds of people in England say they are more likely to act to improve health and social care services since the outbreak of COVID-19. You can help improve care in Merton by joining our campaign #BecauseWeAllCare.

  16. How to communicate better with people with hearing loss

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    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. Looking After Yourselves

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

  18. Become a Community Champion and help keep COVID-19 out of Merton

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    Do you want to help stop the spread of COVID-19 by sharing clear and consistent messages? Register to become a COVID-19 Community Champion!

  19. NHS General Dental Services

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    NHS General Dental Services are operating at significantly reduced capacity due to social distancing and infection prevention and control requirements in light of the COVID-19 pandemic

  20. St Georges Member’s Talk 2020-2021

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  21. Preventing a Mental Health Crisis Summit

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  22. 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.

  23. 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.

  24. 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.

  25. 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.

  26. We are deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and offer our sympathy and best wishes to members of the Royal Family.

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  27. Your Care, Your Way

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

  28. Our position on patient transport

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    Getting to healthcare appointments can be impossible for some people – especially those who cannot travel or afford it. Find out what we’ve recommended decision-makers do to improve the situation.