1. Report -

    Healthwatch Northamptonshire talked to 12 families who had experience of the process of assessment for a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the previous 12 months.
  2. Report -

    Healthwatch Northamptonshire (HNW) wants to ensure that the views of children, young people and families are gathered and heard and positively influence current changes in health care for children and young people.
  3. Report -

    Since September 2015, HWN has engaged with CYP with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) using a variety of activity and methods.
  4. Advice and Information -

    Read the advice and information from NHS England, Public Health England and Northamptonshire councils about the Coronavirus.
  5. Advice and Information -

    It can be hard to keep up with the constantly changing and evolving nature of guidance and help with coronavirus. Here are some links to different national organisations and their advice.
  6. News -

    As a statutory body, Healthwatch has the role of working with others to both help communities have clear and accurate information and advice and safeguard the rights and wellbeing of people who use health and social care services.
  7. Advice and Information -

    The links on this page are to help you find information about local services and updates relating to coronavirus all in one place.
  8. Advice and Information -

    Organisations that can help with general NHS Complaints and advocacy
  9. Report -

    Your feedback from 2020 suggested that more people were providing care to their loved ones during the pandemic and the changes to services had put extra strain on carers. In 2021, we set out to find out more about the experiences of unpaid carers.
  10. Report -

    Our report detailing our findings has been published take a read!
  11. Response -

    Couldn't find the answer you're looking for? See some of our frequently asked questions about Healthwatch North and West Northamptonshire.
  12. Report -

    Download information about Healthwatch in different languages
  13. Advice and Information -

    Find out about Healthwatch North and West Northamptonshire's vision, values and strategy
  14. Report -

    Our vision: Healthwatch Northamptonshire will be a strong, resolute and independent community champion
  15. Report -

    Read all about our year!
  16. Report -

    2017/18 has been an exciting year for us, albeit not without continuing financial challenges.
  17. Report -

    Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire had a busy year during 2017-18! Check out their mini Annual Report to find out more.
  18. Report -

    Last year was another busy year for Healthwatch Northamptonshire! You can read all about it in our Annual Report 2016/17.
  19. Report -

    In October 2017, Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire held a relaunch to spread the message about Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire, what we do and to encourage more people to join.
  20. Report -

    In summer 2017, Healthwatch Northamptonshire worked with Nene NHS and NHS Corby Clinical Commissioning Groups to gather the views and experiences of parents that were currently using or had recently used maternity services in Northamptonshire.
  21. Report -

    Read all about our year!
  22. Report -

    Read all about our year!
  23. Report -

    Throughout October, November and December 2014, we ran our public engagement campaign, Make your Voice Count 2. Our aim is to engage with the community and gather your views and experiences.
  24. Report -

    Read all about our year!
  25. News -

    We are pleased to announce Healthwatch Northamptonshire has been recognised as highly commended in the ‘Helping more people to have their say’ category at the 2019 Healthwatch Network Awards.
  26. Advice and Information -

    Finding a suitable care home for you or a loved one can be difficult. Healthwatch England has pulled together some of the best tips provided by the NHS and other organisations in England to help you make the right choice.
  27. News -

    With growing pressure on the NHS – people living longer, more people living with long-term conditions, and lifestyle choices affecting people’s health – changes are needed to make sure everybody gets the support they need.
  28. News -

    After reviewing almost 150 entries, Healthwatch England has announced the finalists for the Healthwatch Network Awards 2019
  29. News -

    This week we were pleased to run training about NHS England's 15 Step Challenge for young people from local Young Healthwatch's across the country.
  30. News -

    Join the conversation and have your say
  31. News -

    We are very pleased to have re-accredited with the Investing in Children Membership Award™ for our work with Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire.
  32. Advice and Information -

    Young people may need help with a range of issues at different points in their life. Find out what you can expect from mental health services, to make sure you get the support you need.
  33. News -

    All MRS Company Partners and their employees agree to adhere to the MRS Code of Conduct and MRS Company Partner Quality Commitment whilst undertaking research.
  34. Advice and Information -

    An Easy Read Guide about Short Breaks available in Northamptonshire
  35. Advice and Information -

    Pregnant women in Northamptonshire are being urged to have their free flu vaccination to help keep themselves and their unborn baby safe and well.
  36. Blog -

    Healthwatch Northamptonshire is the county's independent health and care champion. This short video explains in just one minute what our organisation is all about.
  37. News -

    This is a massive achievement for all the inspirational young people involved with Healthwatch Northamptonshire
  38. News -

    Healthwatch Northamptonshire is the independent champion for health and social care in the county. After a robust recruitment process, Dr David N Jones has become the new Chair from April 2018 to June 2020.
  39. News -

    Healthwatch Northamptonshire has gained the Investing in Volunteers award, in recognition of how we support our volunteers to shape local health and social care services.
  40. Advice and Information -

    From 25 May, you’ll be able to make a choice about how the NHS uses your confidential patient information for reasons other than your care. 77% of the public say they are confident in the ability of the NHS to protect their patient data. Are you?
  41. News -

    After reviewing over 170 entries, Healthwatch England has announced all of the finalists for the Healthwatch Network Awards 2018.
  42. News -

    We are very pleased to have been recognised at the Healthwatch England Conference Awards in Stratford upon Avon last week, attended by all 152 local Healthwatch!
  43. News -

    We would like to introduce you to the new Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire Chair - Tanzi Chaudhury
  44. News -

    Kettering General Hospital and Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire have been shortlisted for a national award for work they have undertaken with young people.