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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.

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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!

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Have you had a baby recently?

What was it like giving birth? Could your experience have been improved? Share your story and give feedback.

Do you use a wheelchair?

We've heard from lots of people about wheelchair services in Kent. Do you have a story to share with us?

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Update on Carers services

Last year, we spoke to 158 Carers across Kent about how they were coping. Has anything changed since then?

Commissioners respond to our GP report

In March we published a report detailing all the feedback we had heard from Kent residents about GP services.

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Could you help people living with a long-term condition increase their confidence and take control of their health?

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust are looking for volunteers to deliver the programme by becoming a self-management volunteer facilitator.

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Help shape Urgent Treatment Centres in North Kent

Plans are being developed for Urgent Treatment Centres across the UK. The Centres would treat all minor illnesses and injuries for all age groups in one place.

Latest reports and publications

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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...

Spotlight on GP services

Since April 2017 we have heard from 365 people about their experience...

Healthwatch Kent share feedback with the leader of Gravesham Borough Council

What did people in Gravesend tell us?

28 February 2019

We recently visited Gravesham to hear from local people about their...