work
Is your work is affecting your health? Maybe it’s time to do something about it?
We all know that a work life balance is hard to achieve. But sometimes we need to take a moment to step back and consider what we can do to help ourselves.
3 March 2023
Advice and Information
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How do I know if I have an eating disorder?
If you or people around you are worried that you have an unhealthy relationship with food, you could have an eating disorder.
1 March 2023
Advice and Information
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Have you used community navigators or social prescribers recently?
Thousands of you across Kent & Medway have been supported by social prescribers or community navigators.
27 February 2023
News
Facebook cover for Safeguarding Adults Awareness Week.
Safeguarding: How to recognise abuse and neglect
There are different kinds of abuse and it can happen anywhere. Abuse occurs when someone exploits another person or treats them in a way that harms or hurts them. It can happen once or on multiple occasions.
23 February 2023
Advice and Information
talking
Helping more people get health and care information the way they need it.
Healthwatch is committed to ensure healthcare information is clear and understandable to help you make decisions about your health and care and get the most out of services.
21 February 2023
News
talking
Have you heard of NHS Talking Therapies? (Formerly IAPT)
Thousands of us use the mental wellbeing service every month to help us deal with anxiety and depression. If you, or someone you know, have used the service, we want to hear your story.
21 February 2023
News
epilepsy
How to recognise epilepsy?
Epilepsy is a common condition that affects the brain and causes frequent seizures.
13 February 2023
Advice and Information
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Have you experienced a mental health crisis?
Has urgent help become essential to support in the management of your life? If this has meant you have been on Section 136 we would value your thoughts.
10 February 2023
News
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Have you or those you know experienced a mental health crisis?
Across February and March, the NHS are holding Forums attended by a Lead NHS Officer to understand the experience of Crisis services in Kent. These Forums are to guide changes and improvements, with interest in those who have been on Section 136.
10 February 2023
Advice and Information
LGBT+
What support is out there for LGBTQ+ people
Mental health problems are very common amongst lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQ+) people. We have put together a guide on how you can get the support you need if you are struggling, feel alone or need a little help.
2 February 2023
Advice and Information
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It’s Time to Talk about Mental Health
We need to look after both our mental and physical health.
2 February 2023
Advice and Information
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Looking after your health during the Cost of Living crisis.
The continuing cost of living crisis is adversely affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.
17 January 2023
Advice and Information