www.healthwatchyork.co.uk/resource-hub/new-mental-health-wellbeing-guide-now-available/ I am working with colleagues in Parliament to highlight how Healthwatch is crucial to our local services. #healthwatch #ukpolitics #politics

Thanks to @rachaelmaskell.bsky.social for making sure more people know of the mental health support available here in the city and for speaking up for Healthwatch in Parliament.

We are delighted to share this video about improving access to cervical screening for trans and non-binary people from @priorymedicalgroup.bsky.social and their wonderful senior practice nurse Tory Etherington. www.youtube.com/watch?app=de...

@yorkcarerscentre.bsky.social invites you to events celebrating Carers Week 2026. There are community events, information stalls, presentations, and awareness activities across the city from 8 - 14 June. Find out more at: www.yorkcarerscentre.co.uk/2026/06/01/y...

In Volunteers Week (and every other week!) we want to say a huge thank you to all the Healthwatch York volunteers. You are amazing and Healthwatch York can only do what it does thanks to you, your hard work and support. And thanks to all the volunteers who make York such a great city.

Have you used one of Yor Community Wellbeing Hubs in Acomb or Clarence Street? Even if you've only been once, please let them know what you think to help develop them and other hubs in the future. The survey is open until 1 July: forms.office.com/e/1d5BfhwYKR

Thank you to @rachaelmaskell.bsky.social and all the other MPs who spoke against the abolition of Healthwatch in yesterday's second reading of the health bill. Listen to the debate at: www.parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/... from 17:52 and Rachael Maskell MP speaking at 20:21. #Yorkhealth

There's an opportunity to join the wonderful social prescriber team at York CVS and help change the lives of people with COPD: yorkcvs.org.uk/jobs/social-...

Thanks to the @local.gov.uk for raising concerns about the impending abolition of Healthwatch: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Tell us your experiences of using digital technology for health and your views on using AI in health. Please fill in our short, anonymous survey to let us know: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/DigitalHea... We can also send paper copies - let us know on [email protected] or 01904 621133.

@bbcnews.bsky.social has a report about the delays to the public enquiry into Tees Esk and Wear Valleys Trust (TEWV) and why the public enquiry was called in the first place: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... Our recent report shows why the enquiry is needed: www.healthwatchyork.co.uk/seecmsfile/?...

York Festival of Ideas starts on 30 May. There's lots of fascinating, inspiring and challenging talks about health and care: ageing and care; local maternity services, counselling and psychotherapy and gardens and dementia - and that's just the weekend. Find out more: yorkfestivalofideas.com

Tell us your experiences of using digital technology for health and your views on using AI in health. Please fill in our short, anonymous survey to let us know: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/DigitalHea... We can also send paper copies - let us know on [email protected] or 01904 621133.

Our new mental health and wellbeing guide is out now. It brings together info about all the organisations in York that support people's mental health and wellbeing. Download it: www.healthwatchyork.co.uk/seecmsfile/?... Get in touch for a paper copy: 01904 621133/ [email protected].

Happy #InternationalNursesDay to all our members! How are you celebrating today? Show your appreciation for nursing staff across the world by sharing this post to your followers 💙 Celebrating at work? Tag us in your posts 📸 https://bit.ly/3R0UIYs

Hopefully you'll have seen posts from The Good Mental Health Project last week for Maternal Mental Health Week - you can find all the resources and posts on our website to access whenever you might need them 💜https://yorkcvs.org.uk/perinatal-mental-health-campaign-2/ #TheGoodMentalHealthProjectYork

“ReSTORE has created a powerful ripple effect... it’s changing lives... and the NHS” 📖 Read more about the pioneering programme that is breaking down barriers and helping refugee nurses return to the profession. ⬇️

Not sure what to expect when you go to the Emergency Department (A&E) at York Hospital? @ysteachingnhs.bsky.social has produced an excellent video to show what its like before you go: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEsB... The video helps you understand what to expect to reduce concern and anxiety.

Imagine arriving at a medical appointment expecting surgery, only to find out it’s something completely different. That’s what happened to Diane during her previous appointment; there was no BSL interpreter to help her understand, and her daughter, Gemma, had to make sense of vague letters

Has a young person you know tried to access CAMHS services in York in the last two years for mental health support or for a autism/ADHD assessment? If yes, please take our anonymous survey to share your experiences and help improve services: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/CAMHS26/

Has a young person you know tried to access CAMHS services in York in the last two years for mental health support or for a autism/ADHD assessment? If yes, please take our anonymous survey to share your experiences and help improve services: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/CAMHS26/

It's MS Awareness Week! This week, leading MS charities are teaming up to challenge assumptions about MS, and the harm they cause. #MSThinkAgain

Today the government launched its Women's Health Strategy: www.gov.uk/government/n.... They say women will be better heard and better served, we hope so. Our 2025 report Women's health: stories of health experiences in York shows there is a lot to do: www.healthwatchyork.co.uk/seecmsfile/?...

People don’t always know where to turn, or feel comfortable raising concerns directly. That’s why independent listening matters. Read the new report from @thekingsfund.bsky.social to find out more www.kingsfund.org.uk/.../learning-from-healthwatch

This #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth, I’m helping @bowelcanceruk raise vital awareness, so everyone has the best chance of early diagnosis. Getinvolved and #PassItOn. https://bit.ly/4sJYMcT

Do you need advice about NHS or social care services in your community? Speak to your local Healthwatch. They'll be able to offer information and advice to help you get the support you need. https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/your-local-healthwatch/list

We're delighted to be joining YOPA for its information event with blood pressure checks tomorrow (31/03) at Acomb Gateway Centre from 10.30am - 12.30pm. Come and share your experiences of local health and care services and meet some of the other amazing York organisations who are also there.

A motion at City of York Council's meeting yesterday (item 14: www.york.gov.uk/webcasts) highlighted the importance of independent patient voice and supported the work of Healthwatch York. Thank you to @lucysw.bsky.social for proposing the motion and all councillors for their unanimous support.

Isn’t it interesting how a simple action like cutting overgrown hedges back can mean the difference between a good day and a bad day for a blind or partially sighted person? #CutItBack #BlindandPartiallySighted #AccessibleStreets #StreetsForAll

It’s Share for Better Care Week! This week, take three minutes of your time to help us improve health and social care for everyone. Share your feedback about your NHS or adult social care services. https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/have-your-say

We still want to hear about women's experiences of healthcare for long term conditions. If you live in York, let us know what has happened to you to help us build a case for improved care and support. Please complete our anonymous survey by 31 March: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/77KRR3/

Unsure what to expect from your healthcare? Healthwatch is here for you. Chat to your friendly local team today for straightforward information and advice. https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/your-local-healthwatch/list

Brain Awareness Week (BAW) is a global campaign to increase public awareness of the progress and benefits of brain research. Connect with neuroscience in an accessible way! For information on #BrainWeek, visit bit.ly/4s8NEWJ and bit.ly/4kR1Ktm

This is similar findings to the Healthwatch York and partners report about trans, non-binary and intersex people's experiences of healthcare services in York: www.healthwatchyork.co.uk/seecmsfile/?.... Having supportive, understanding and informed healthcare staff makes a huge difference.

The BBC website explains how Liz Berryman was sent from York to Derby for specialist care at a mother and baby unit due to a mental health crisis after the birth of her son: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... The nearest unit in Leeds was full. Had a similar experience? [email protected]

Last week the government announced how it expects GP practices to deliver care from April 2026. Our article explains the changes you can expect to see as a result of the new contract, why they are happening and how your feedback helped shape the changes - https://bit.ly/47bOCta

We're delighted to be joining Kyra Women’s Project’s International Women’s Day event on Friday 6 March from 10.30am to 3pm at the Central Methodist Church, St Saviourgate, York. Come and tell us about your experiences of local health services, particularly if you have a long term condition.

We want to know what people under 25 think about vaping. Please take our short and anonymous survey to let us know: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/Z7VKLP/ You can also talk to us if you'd rather: 01904 621133.

Job opportunity: Social Prescribing Link Worker Provide one-to-one, person-centred support to help people address non-clinical needs and improve their health and wellbeing. 30 hrs | £29,179 (pro rata) Apply by: 3 March 2026 https://yorkcvs.livevacancies.co.uk/#/job/details/18

We want to know what people under 25 think about vaping. Please take our short and anonymous survey to let us know: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/Z7VKLP/ You can also talk to us if you'd rather: 01904 621133.

Great that @yorkpress.bsky.social have covered the report that we and @healthwatchny.bsky.social published recently about the impact of changes to non-emergency patient transport meaning some people are struggling to get to appointments or facing additional costs: www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/2583843...

Thanks to @yorkpress.bsky.social for coverage of our report on the health experiences of local trans, non-binary and intersex people: www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/2583005...

In partnership with @healthwatchny.bsky.social we heard from 200+ people about the impact of changes to non-urgent patient transport on them. Some are no longer going to appointments, driving when they shouldn't or facing big travel costs. Find out more: www.healthwatchyork.co.uk/seecmsfile/?...

Our report about trans, non-binary and intersex people's experiences of health in York highlights some positives, but also necessary improvements. Thanks to GeneraTe, @yorklgbtforum.bsky.social, York Disability Rights Forum and others. Read all about it: www.healthwatchyork.co.uk/seecmsfile/?...

Our report about trans, non-binary and intersex people's experiences of health in York highlights some positives, but also necessary improvements. Thanks to GeneraTe, @yorklgbtforum.bsky.social, York Disability Rights Forum and others. Read all about it: www.healthwatchyork.co.uk/seecmsfile/?...

𝗔𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀! We aren't part of the NHS or council, so we can speak up for local communities and make sure your experiences help improve health and care services. Tell us what you would like to see in a future independent people’s voice organisation www.surveymonkey.com/r/FutureOfHWL

If you’re interested in learning more about neurodiversity, Open Learn jas a new hub “Exploring how minds work differently and brilliantly, bringing together free OpenLearn courses, articles and personal stories on autism, ADHD, dyslexia and more”. www.open.edu/openlearn/educa...

Guess what the evidence shows? Disabled people pushed into deeper poverty are pushed *further from, not into, the workplace*. NEW REPORT, PACKED WITH EVIDENCE from community organisations. www.citizensadviceyork.org.uk/wp-content/u...