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Dementia Action Week: Join us!

Healthwatch Lewisham is joining the University Hospital Lewisham for Dementia Action week on Tuesday, May 20 from 2-4 pm. Come to our stall and talk to us.
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Dementia Awareness Week

In collaboration with Age UK, the Alzheimer's Society is hosting various events through the week to promote awareness about dementia and how to get help.
Register your interest to take part in these activities and learn more.
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Spring fair: seasonal fun and games

Horniman Spring Fair brings you a variety of activities to enjoy this holiday season!
Enjoy live music, crafts, street food, bubbles and lots more.
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Ophthalmology Patient Survey

Since 2020, the landscape of ophthalmology provision within South East London has changed – with an increased NHS service offering from Independent Sector Providers. SEL ICB are seeking feedback from persons with lived experience about their care…
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Get Your Child's Polio Vaccine

As fears of Polio have returned to the UK, it is more important than ever to ensure that your child is protected.
October polio vaccination clinics in Lewisham are available!

Children aged 1 to 9 years old in London are being offered a dose of the…
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Pitch your ideas for our workplan 2025-26

What areas of health and social care would you want us to focus on for the year 2025-26? Whether you are a resident or a partner, we want to hear…
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Alexander Care Home Enter and View

Healthwatch Lewisham staff and Enter & View Authorised Representatives carried out a visit in September 2024, to Alexander Care Home in Ladywell. Operated by HC-One Ltd., the home specialises in residential care for older people with dementia. It also provides specialist care for long-term health conditions, including diabetes and heart disease.
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Q3 Patient Experience Report 24-25

Each quarter, we publish the experiences of patients that we have accumulated. This helps us to see trends in care compared to previous months.
During this quarter, we spoke to about 550 residents in our borough at Hospitals, GP services, pharmacies, healthcare facilities and community settings.
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