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Healthwatch Kent worked with Healthwatch Medway, Medway and Swale HaCP, Medway Council and Involving Medway and Swale to seek the views of young people and professionals that work with young people. In this spotlight report we have gathered data around the rising issue of self-harm.

We have published our report on Kent and Medway veteran's experience of health and social care since their discharge from the Armed Forces.

Healthwatch Kent is proud to share our annual report for the year 2024-2025.

We hosted the 4th Annual Kent & Medway Healthwatch Recognition Awards where we celebrated some of the amazing work happening across Kent & Medway.

We have published a report on the Home First service in East Kent, an early support service designed to help people back to living as independently as possible after a hospital stay.

When you think of Health and Social Care, and your wellbeing, your initial thoughts probably don’t go towards housing.

If you find it difficult to understand your care and support or find it hard to speak up, there are people who can act as a spokesperson for you. They make sure you are heard and are called advocates.

Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below and find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it

From getting your flu jab to concerns on medication shortage, here is what you told us about your experiences with Pharmacies across Kent in 2024.

Your right to make a complaint is enshrined in the NHS Constitution. However both national and Kent research suggests that many people face barriers to making a complaint about their healthcare.

In this article we have compiled a list of wellbeing and mental health support services for children and young people. If you are struggling, looking for support or just wanting to find what is available in your local area for health and wellbeing support, you're in the right place.

Mental health is really important.
It is vital that we are all looking after our minds as well as our bodies to keep us fit and healthy.
Christmas can be a difficult time for some of us, so we have complied a list of services that are open throughout the festive period if you want to reach out for mental health support.