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A snapshot of the annual reports front cover.

Annual Report 2018/19

Another year is over which means a new annual report!

Healthwatch Kent comments on the BBC story about Cancer waiting times

The BBC has today published figures about waiting times for cancer treatment. The national target for hospitals is that patients are treated within 62 days after being referred by their GP.

Have your say about Outpatients in Dartford, Gravesham & Swanley

Outpatients services in Dartford, Gravesham & Swanley are set to change as part of a new transformation programme launched by NHS.

Children playing outside in a paddling pool

Calling all young people : make your voice heard

We want to hear what's good, or not so good, about children's and young people's services in Kent & Medway.

A portrait shot of Sir Robert Francis QC

We hosted Sir Robert Francis QC

Sir Robert became a household name back on 2012 when he lead the independent review into the Mid Staffordshire Hospital scandal.

You have chosen our priorities and we have listened

Over 7,800 saw our vote and hundreds of you voted, so thank you!

Making your voice heard: Wheelchair services

Earlier this year, we started to hear a number of serious stories from patients and professionals about wheelchair services.

Get involved with the changes to health and social care in East Kent

Those of you who live in East Kent will be well aware that plans are being developed to transform and improve services for local residents. The public are now being invited to evaluate the options before the public consultation later in the year.

A volunteer handing a balloon over to a young child in a pram.

Volunteers’ Week 2019: Why I volunteer

Volunteering is a great way to gain experience and develop new skills, which is why ex-teacher Lyn and her husband John decided to get involved with all of us at Healthwatch Kent.

Latest reports and publications

Dementia report front cover shows an older woman sitting in a wheelchair at a care centre.

Why it’s important to review the care of people with dementia

Read Healthwatch England's latest research to find out if people...

A snapshot of the annual reports front cover.

Annual Report 2018/19

Another year is over which means a new annual report!

Front cover of the focus on hidden carers. The illustration shows two large hands protectively surrounding a head.

Focus on Hidden Carers

What's it like being a carer and how much support are you...

Feedback about Frank Lloyd Unit in Sittingbourne

We recently met with Carers whose loved ones were being cared for at...