Our annual report 2019/20
Last year, we engaged with over 2300 residents. 650 people shared their stories about health and social care, and we made 25 recommendations to services about the improvements that people would like to see.
29 June 2020
Report
Majida
Healthwatch supports community organisations to go digital in the fight against coronavirus
Healthwatch has been providing digital training and support to local voluntary organisations to help them to better support their volunteers and the communities they serve whilst social distancing measures are in place.
29 June 2020
News
Zoom meeting with consultant microbiologist at University College London Hospitals
Staying healthy when living under lockdown
Researchers from University College London Hospital with expertise in obesity, diet and nutrition, and exercise and physical activity spoke to us about actions we can all take to stay healthy during the coronavirus pandemic.
19 June 2020
Advice and Information
Volunteer digital champions and local residents at a Healthwatch training session
Our volunteers are helping local residents to get the most out of their devices, and keep connected in troubled times
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.
28 May 2020
News
How to use Zoom
A brief introduction to Zoom - giving guidance on how to join a virtual meeting.
28 May 2020
Report
Zoom meeting with consultant microbiologist at University College London Hospitals
Cleaning the home in order to minimise exposure to COVID-19
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.
18 May 2020
Advice and Information
Elderly man wearing a cap standing outdoors
Cancer and coronavirus
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 during the response to the COVID-19 emergency.
13 May 2020
Advice and Information
Women from Islington's Bangladeshi community at a gardening project
Local residents share their views on mental health support services
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.
4 May 2020
News
Bangladeshi woman enjoying gardening
More mother tongue counselling services are needed to support migrant communities in Islington
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.
24 April 2020
News
Mental health support services for migrant communities in Islington
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.
24 April 2020
Report
woman walking through the entrance of a GP surgery
Planning care at the end of life
We explain why it’s important to have a plan in place, should you or a loved one become critically ill with coronavirus.
9 April 2020
Advice and Information
What's the difference between social distancing, self isolation and shielding
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.
8 April 2020
Advice and Information