1. Advice and Information -

    We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.
  2. Advice and Information -

    Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.
  3. Advice and Information -

    If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help.
  4. Advice and Information -

    With more and more appointments happening online, we've put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.
  5. Advice and Information -

    Your mental wellness is as important as your physical health but seeking help can be daunting. Here's what to expect when you seek support for your mental health.
  6. Advice and Information -

    The current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our tips to looking after your wellbeing when self-isolating.
  7. Report -

    This report looks at the future provision of mental health support across the area.
  8. Report -

    This report combines insight from your experiences on mental health services to help deliver an improved service.
  9. Report -

    Read about our enter and view visit to Seymour house and what we found during our visit.
  10. Report -

    Read our enter and view report based on what service users of Stewart House told us about the care they receive. Our report contains both our findings from the visit and the recommendations we made to the service.
  11. Report -

    Read our report into the consultation we conducted with carers about health and social care issues that have an impact on their wellbeing.
  12. Report -

    Read about the work we have done both on our own over the past year and collaboratively with partners in our annual report.
  13. Report -

    Find out about our year and the projects were we have improved services and care across Hartlepool for everyone.
  14. Report -

    We are the independent champion for people who use health and social care services in Hartlepool. Find out about our year in our annual report.
  15. Report -

    Healthwatch Hartlepool recognises that many people in Hartlepool are significantly affected by health inequalities and high levels of ill-health.
  16. News -

    TEWV have recently updated the contact number of its 24 hour freephone mental health crisis helpline.
  17. News -

    The Healthwatch Hartlepool Newsletter for September is now available to download. Please click on the link below
  18. News -

    Healthwatch Hartlepool is working with the NHS to improve the wellbeing of people in our town and across the region.

  19. News -

    This edition features:
    • NEW – Adult K Executive Summary & Learning Briefing covering a number of key themes
    • A ‘Spotlight On’ Trauma Informed Practice including useful resources
    • An update on Board Activity
    • Our training courses for Summer 2023 which are available to BOOK NOW

    Click on the link below!
  20. News -

    Are you aged 16-25?

  21. Report -

    The Healthwatch Hartlepool Annual report for 2022/23 is now available to view or download.

    Click on the link below!
  22. Advice and Information -

    Independent NHS Complaints Advocacy supports people to raise their concerns and complaints about NHS care and treatment.
    Call our helpline on 03003 038037 for information, guidance and support. 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday.


  23. News -

    The Healthwatch Hartlepool Newsletter for July is now available to download!
  24. News -

    Healthwatch Hartlepool Newsletter for September is now available to download
    Click on the link!
  25. News -

    The Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board works in partnership with a wide range of organisations, to safeguard and promote the well-being and independence of adults at risk of abuse or neglect. (Safeguarding means “protect from harm”). We want to hear from you to help us plan our work for the next year. Please take a few minutes to fill in the survey below from your point of view – the form can be completed on someone’s behalf if the person is asked for their views. The survey is completed anonymously, so if you have any specific issues or queries about the survey that you would like to raise with us, please contact us directly by emailing tsab.businessunit@stockton.gov.uk. Questions marked with an asterix are required fields
  26. Advice and Information -

    Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. Find out more about the help and support you are entitled to.
  27. Advice and Information -

    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.
  28. Report -

    Read about our biggest projects over the last year and the engagement we have done to find out what matters to you and how you want to see services improve.
  29. Report -

    Read our report into dementia and the experiences people have shared with us about health and care services for people living with dementia.
  30. Report -

    Our visit to Elwick Grange was conducted in a proportionate and responsible manner. Achieved by means of two person visit to the Home and additional virtual discussions with the Manager and HBC Commissioning Team. Read the full report and see our findings.
  31. Advice and Information -

    GP Practice services have changed to meet increasing demand and respond to local health care needs.
    Healthwatch Hartlepool have produced a booklet called "Top Tips for Accessing your GP Practise", that gives advice and information on the many services available at your local GP practice.
    Click here to download our booklet!
  32. Response -

    Tell us about your recent experiences with local services over the last 12 months and we can help make your voice heard. The information you provide will be stored safely and used anonymously. Take a look at our website www.healthwatchhartlepool.co.uk to find out what we did as a result of people’s feedback last year.