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What we're working on and how you can get involved.
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People with lived experience of mental ill health share their thoughts on what good mental health support should look like. -
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People with lived experience of mental ill health have shared their thoughts on what good mental health support should look like in Wiltshire. -
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What we've been working on this month and how you can get involved. -
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Highlights of our work from July to September 2021. -
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Give your feedback to help shape a healthier future for Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire. -
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Highlights of the forum's first year. -
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Our November 2021 ebulletin has all the latest on what we've been working on and what you can get involved in. -
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People with autism spectrum conditions say seeing a doctor is stressful, find it hard to explain their symptoms and often don't understand what they’re being told about their treatment. -
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Organisations across BaNES, Swindon and Wiltshire share their views on how mental health support could be provided closer to people's homes and in their communities. -
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Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that anyone can develop, regardless of age, income and ethnicity. Take a look at some of the common signs of eating disorders and where to go for support if you need help. -
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Catch up on what we've been working on this month. -
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Meet our Young Healthwatch Wiltshire volunteer Robyn and find out why she joined our team. -
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Devizes Health Centre will be one of the region’s first integrated care centres with several organisations coming together to provide a range of health services from one building. -
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Highlights of our work from October to December 2021 -
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This report highlights the findings from a project aimed at gathering the views of young people, from the LGBTQ+ community, about the support available to them in Wiltshire. -
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Young people who identify as LGBTQ+ say there are few health and care services in Wiltshire to support them, and a lack of understanding from healthcare professionals has left them feeling unheard and disrespected. -
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All the latest from us and how you can get involved. -
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For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP. -
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Catch up on our news from April. -
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Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving. -
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This report highlights the findings from a survey that aimed to gather the views of people on their preferred opening hours and access requirements for the new Devizes Health Centre (DHC) which is due to open in late summer 2022. -
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Highlights of our work from January to March 2022. -
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Championing What Matters to You showcases how we've been making a difference during a challenging year. -
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Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQ+) people. If you are struggling, feel alone or need help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support you need. -
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It’s been another challenging year dominated by the consequences of Covid-19, but we've continued to be your champion for health and social care services and make sure your voice is heard by those who plan and run services. -
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Catch up on our news from July. -
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This report focuses on the findings of a survey and engagement looking at the experiences of people with mental ill health in accessing health and social care services across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire (BSW) region. -
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Our latest round-up of news and information for October 2022. -
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Wiltshire Council libraries have officially become warm spaces for people this winter, providing a warm and friendly welcome to support anyone who needs help through the cost of living crisis. -
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Local organisations that can give you practical help and support. -
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Our latest round-up for Christmas 2022. -
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With local people likely to be worried about the cost-of-living crisis and needing some information and advice, Wiltshire Council's Hub is there for anyone who requires it. -
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In a post-pandemic world where the cost of living crisis is beginning to hit home for many of us, it's important for us to prioritise our mental health and wellbeing. -
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The number of people avoiding an NHS appointment because they can’t afford travel almost doubled between October and December as the cost of living crisis is forcing many to change how they use health and care services. -
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Local support is available to people living in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire who are struggling with their mental health. -
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We’re calling on the people of Wiltshire to tell us what you think we should be working on in the coming year. -
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Highlights of our work and insights into what we heard from you during October-December 2022. -
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Our Spring 2023 ebulletin highlights our latest projects and how you can get involved. -
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Take a look at our tips to help you keep well. -
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Healthwatch Wiltshire would like to find out what autistic people, and their families and carers, think about mental health services in the county. -
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Our April/May 2023 ebulletin highlights our latest projects and how you can get involved. -
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Rethink Mental Illness used our grant to fund this group for a year, providing a safe space for its members and an opportunity to gather feedback on services. -
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Find out more about how we decide on our projects for the year ahead. -
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Highlights of our projects supporting ethnic minority families. -
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Autistic people, and their families and carers, have told us of their desperation and frustration at not being able to get the support they need for their mental health. -
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This report highlights the findings from two surveys, one for autistic people and one for their carers, which gathered their experiences of accessing mental health services in Wiltshire over the last three years. -
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by seasonal changes. One in 20 people in the UK are diagnosed with the condition, with men more likely to be diagnosed with SAD than women. -
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With more than 30 recognised symptoms of menopause and growing awareness of the impact on day-to-day life, knowing what to look out for and what support is available can help you.