Healthwatch Devon

Most GP appointments are just 10 minutes long. That doesn't give you much time to explain your symptoms, get a diagnosis, discuss treatment and get your questions answered. Check out these tips for getting the most out of your appointment - hwdpt.org/advice-and-inf…

NHS Devon is looking for people with lived experience of long-term health conditions to help shape future health and care services. Read the report and see how to sign up here: hwdpt.org/news/2026-01-0…

We're well into January, and if you're feeling low - you're not alone. Check out this article by Healthwatch England for small, meaningful ways you can support your own mental wellbeing: hwdpt.org/advice-and-inf… #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfCareMatters #YouAreNotAlone

Just three minutes of your time can make a huge difference to improving services in your area. Let us know what is or isn't working in our short confidential survey - hwdpt.org/share-your-vie…

Just three minutes of your time can make a huge difference to improving services in your area. Let us know what is or isn't working in our short confidential survey - hwdpt.org/share-your-vie…

Many people provide unpaid care to family or friends and are unaware of their rights. If you're an unpaid carer, find out what help and advice is out there to support you: hwdpt.org/advice-and-inf…

Have your say on local health services 💬 NHS Devon is inviting people with lived experience of heart, lung or diabetes conditions, and carers, to help shape future services. 👉 Sign up to stay informed and share your views: loom.ly/cC0RgQ0

Thank you for sharing your voices with us in 2025. As we welcome the New Year, we remain committed to listening to your experiences and helping shape better health and care for all. Wishing everyone across Devon, Plymouth & Torbay a kind and hopeful New Year ⭐

As the festive season continues, we want to thank our communities. To everyone who shared their voice with us, and to those supporting health and care services over the holidays 💚

Wishing everyone across Devon, Plymouth & Torbay a peaceful Christmas. Thank you for sharing your voices with us this year. Together, we’re helping make health and care better for all 🎄💚

Did you know you can use any device to have your say? Just three minutes of your time can make a huge difference to improving services in your area. Let us know what is or isn’t working in our short, confidential survey. hwdpt.org/share-your-vie…

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from all at Healthwatch! Thanks to everyone who has shared their feedback & supported us this year! We look forward to seeing you in 2026! 🥳 Please note: our contact centre is closed from 4pm Thurs 18th Dec 2025 until 10am on Mon 5th Jan 2026.

With everything going on in your life throughout December, it's important to be aware of your mental health and prioritise looking after your own wellbeing. Check out this article for advice and tips: hwdpt.org/advice-and-inf…

Hospital discharge processes are in place to help you leave hospital safely. Whether you're returning home or moving onto another care provider, read our advice to find out what you should expect when it’s time to leave hospital. hwdpt.org/advice-and-inf…

Can't find an NHS dentist? Read this advice article to find tips on what to do if you’re facing problems finding an NHS dentist taking new patients or if you're struggling with NHS dentistry costs. hwdpt.org/advice-and-inf…

NHS Devon are starting to plan new contracts for children’s community health services, taking account of the new NHS 10 year plan. Please complete the survey linked below by the 5th of December. Thank you for your support. loom.ly/Pu9wqJY

NHS Devon are starting to plan new contracts for children’s community health services, taking account of the new NHS 10 year plan. Please complete the survey linked below by the 5th of December. Thank you for your support. loom.ly/Pu9wqJY

*Survey closes this Sunday* Thank you to those who have already taken part. Insights gathered will be instrumental in shaping better services and informing future policy to support patients living with continence issues. Access ends on Sunday: loom.ly/_Vk_j2I

Thanks to those who have already signed, we're nearly at 10,000 signatures in the petition to protect independent voice. Sign up today to help reach 10,000 signatures and guarantee a response from the Government. ✍️ Sign here: loom.ly/acJsRHU #YourVoiceMatters

This quarter, 126 concerns were escalated to make sure people got the help and answers they needed. Your voices led directly to solutions. Discover more real-life impact stories in our latest report: bit.ly/4hTv3u8