1. Local residents with learning disabilities talk about services provided by Whittington Health

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    We spoke to 28 learning disabled residents and support workers to capture their views on emergency care, the use of digital technology, and health services located in the community.

  2. People with learning disabilities give their views on emergency care

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    Whittington Health is planning how best to deliver services in the future. To help with this, they asked us to speak to local residents about a range of issues.

  3. Local students share their thoughts on how a wellbeing service for young people should look

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    We worked with students aged 16 to 18 from City and Islington College to design a wellbeing project for young people. Then we took the students to meet commissioners and share ideas.

  4. What should you expect when it comes to care for your teeth?

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    Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you’re a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide.

  5. NHS Long Term Plan

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    Local Healthwatch from Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey and Islington organised surveys, focus groups and interviews to find out what people thought of existing NHS services and to get ideas on how to make services better.

  6. Islington Patient Group June 2019 supporting materials

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    Find materials for this meeting of the Islington Patient Group.

  7. Six ways health services can improve waiting rooms

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    Here are six steps that people have told us health and social care services can take to provide a better environment while they wait.

  8. NHS funded social prescribing and navigation services are not reaching migrant communities in Islington

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    Residents that don't have English as a first language are not using NHS commissioned social prescribing and navigation services. Community organisations are having to bridge this gap.

  9. Social prescribing and navigation services in Islington

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    We spoke to 154 residents from migrant communities about their experiences of social prescribing and navigation services

  10. Social prescribing and navigation services

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    Social prescribing is a means by which people can access non-clinical activities designed to support health and wellbeing.

  11. Social prescribing in action: how Islington Bangladesh Association supports clients who struggle to access health and care services

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    Social prescribing is a means by which people can be referred to non-clinical activities designed to support health and wellbeing.

  12. Social prescribing in action: helping refugees from East Africa and other Arabic speakers

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    Social prescribing is a means by which people can be referred to non-clinical activities designed to support health and wellbeing.

  13. Community organisations are supporting their clients to be 'social prescription ready'

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    Social prescribing is a means by which people can be referred to non-clinical activities designed to support health and wellbeing. But sometimes clients' basic needs must be satisfied before social prescribing can be effective.

  14. Improved social, emotional and mental health offer for children and young people

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    Islington Clinical Commissioning Group and Islington Council announce the integration of social, emotional and mental health services for children and young people

  15. Do you need help travelling to NHS services?

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    Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

  16. What makes for a good text reminder?

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    Increasingly, health providers will text us a reminder ahead of our appointments to help us remember them. We like these reminders, but do we always get all the information we need?

  17. Local residents report difficulties booking patient transport services

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    Call waiting times are unacceptable, and some carers report being refused permission to accompany elderly relatives.

  18. Islington Patient Group November 2019 supporting materials

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    Find materials for this meeting of the Islington Patient Group.

  19. Our new programme of smartphone and tablet training kicks off on 9 December

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    How long does it take to book a GP appointment on a smartphone? It's easier than you think.

  20. How can you find an NHS dentist?

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    Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems.

  21. Vulnerable service users are no longer routinely being offered patient transport for hospital appointments and community health services

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    Although eligibility rules have not changed, changes in how those rules are being applied mean that care home residents have been refused patient transport since DHL took over the contract in September.

  22. Mental health and wellbeing for the Deaf community November 2019 meeting

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    A summary of this meeting

  23. Registering with your GP: understanding your rights

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    People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

  24. SpeakUp2020: Share your views and help make the NHS better

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    New campaign calls on the public to share their experiences of NHS services to help make care better for all.

  25. Should I see a pharmacist instead of a doctor?

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    Avoid the wait at the GP and know when to visit your pharmacist instead. Look at how your pharmacist can help you.

  26. Local care home residents are well supported with their oral health

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    Our volunteers visited six local care homes, speaking to residents, relatives and staff. We also met with the Oral Health Promotion Team from Whittington Health.

  27. Oral health in Islington care homes

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    We visited six homes, speaking to 46 residents, 24 relatives and 31 staff. We wanted to see how residents were supported with their oral health and whether there was any room for improvement.

  28. Information on Coronavirus

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    Find out what to do if you have COVID-19 symptoms, where to go for support, and how you can help stop the spread

  29. The Supporting Families Service

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    We spoke to 24 family carers of people with learning disabilities, two staff members, and three teams from referring agencies. We wanted to understand what the service does well, and suggest ways in which it might be further improved.

  30. The Supporting Families Service at Centre 404

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    We spoke to parents of children with learning disabilities to find out what they valued about this service, and to ask if there was anything that could be improved.

  31. Our position on Patient Transport Services

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    We'd like to see clearer eligibility criteria, and better access to the service for patients with communication support needs.

  32. Coronavirus is affecting my mental health – what can I do?

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    The current Coronavirus (COVID19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our seven steps to looking after your wellbeing while staying informed.

  33. Coronavirus: Information for particular health conditions

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    Coronavirus updates from a range of organisations providing more specialist advice

  34. Coronavirus: What does shielding mean?

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    Find out more about shielding, who it applies to, and what to do if you're a shielder.

  35. Someone I love has died - where can I find support?

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    There are organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving. During the current pandemic some of these services may be offered in different ways because we need to observe social distancing.

  36. Our response to the consultation on changes to North Central London Orthopaedic Services

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    The clinical case for change seems clear. We also welcome the introduction of care coordinators to support patients with disabilities, autism, dementia or learning disabilities.

  37. What's the difference between social distancing, self isolation and shielding

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    Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you.

  38. Planning care at the end of life

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    We explain why it’s important to have a plan in place, should you or a loved one become critically ill with coronavirus.

  39. Mental health support services for migrant communities in Islington

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    We interviewed 73 residents from migrant communities who were living with mental health issues find out what their experiences were of accessing the support available in the borough.

  40. More mother tongue counselling services are needed to support migrant communities in Islington

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    The coronavirus pandemic means that many of us are isolated from friends and family. Mental health support has never been more important. Our latest report investigates how well these services meet the needs of migrant communities in Islington.

  41. Local residents share their views on mental health support services

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    In stressful times services that support our mental health are even more important. We spoke to residents from Islington's migrant communities to better understand their experiences.

  42. Cleaning the home in order to minimise exposure to COVID-19

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    Dr Peter Wilson, consultant microbiologist at University College London Hospitals (UCLH), spoke to us about ways to minimise the chances of transmission of coronavirus at home.

  43. Cancer and coronavirus

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    If you have cancer, it’s understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic

  44. How to use Zoom

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    A brief introduction to Zoom - giving guidance on how to join a virtual meeting.

  45. Our volunteers are helping local residents to get the most out of their devices, and keep connected in troubled times

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    With social distancing measures in place, we're doing more and more essential tasks online. Our digital champions make sure that local residents that need some support don't get left behind.