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Our Impact

Throughout January 2019 and March 2019, 81 people shared their health and social care story with us. To find out what we've achieved during this time and what we are planning for next year, check out our annual report below.

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Your story has the power to make a difference.

The more people share their ideas, experiences and concerns about NHS and social care, the more services can understand what works, what doesn't and what people want from care in the future.

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We are the independent champion for people who use health and social care services.

We are here to make sure that those running services, and the government, put people at the heart of care.

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News and views

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Mental health and the journey to parenthood: Zoe's story

After a traumatic birth, Zoe struggled to get the support she needed to prepare for the arrival of her second baby. She shares her story about the impact this had on her mental health, and how she’d like things to be...

18 September 2019

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Latest reports and publications

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Children and young people from across Medway have been sharing...

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Spotlight on Maternity Services in Medway

In May 2019, we spoke to 38 people in the antenatal unit about their...

Advice and information

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A new support group for younger stroke survivors

The UK Charity, Different Strokes have started a new group in Chatham for stroke survivors under 65. Are you interested?

10 September 2019

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Mental health: Tips for starting the conversation

When talking about mental health, one of the biggest obstacles is opening the conversation. So here are some tips you can use when a friend, family member or colleague might be struggling with their mental health.

10 September 2019

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New support group for substance mis-use

Do you know anyone worried about their use of or abuse of over the counter (OTC) pharmacy medicines?

11 February 2019

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