1. New services to tackle abuse and neglect of older people

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    Hourglass, formerly Action on Elder Abuse, the UK’s only charity focused on the abuse and neglect of older people have recently been commissioned by Mayor’s Office of Policing and Crime (MOPAC) to provide our services in South East London (Bexley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham, Southwark)

  2. Leah Lodge Enter & View Report

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    Healthwatch Lewisham staff and Enter & View Authorised Representatives carried out a visit in November 2022 to Leah Lodge, a residential care home in Blackheath. During our visit, we spoke with staff, family, and service users about their experiences.

  3. Pride Month: Rainbow Memory Cafe

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    June is Pride month - a month dedicated to celebrating LGBTQ+ communities all around the world.

  4. Healthwatch Lewisham Annual Report 2022-2023

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    Healthwatch Lewisham Annual Report 2022-2023.

  5. Older Adults Physical Activity Timetable

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    The Better Community Sport programme is delivered in partnership with Lewisham to provide physical activity & sport in the community; that is accessible for all.

  6. Singing and dancing for the over 60s

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    Trinity Laban is providing music and dance activity for older people aged 60 and above in Lewisham.

  7. Stardust Award

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    Share your experiences of great care Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust and nominate your healthcare heroes today!

  8. We're Hiring: Project Officer

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    We are recruiting for a Project Officer. This is a community and office-based role, encompassing both face-to-face community engagement and outreach elements, alongside office-based aspects.

  9. What to expect when waiting for care

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    Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.

  10. COVID-19 vaccination survey initial findings

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    The NHS is delivered the largest vaccination programme in its history with COVID-19 vaccines, which are being offered across the country to those most at risk of the virus. We carried out a research project to collect the experiences of Lewisham residents so local services can understand what is working and what can be improved with this programme.