1. Sustainability & Transformation Plans, incorporating the Better Health Programme

    Report -

    An independent observations report on engagement activities across County Durham.

  2. Healthwatch England Long Term Plan South Report

    Report -

    Healthwatch England gives people across County Durham, Darlington, Teesside, Hambleton, Richmondshire and Whitby a say on the future of NHS services in their communities.

  3. Healthwatch England Long Term Plan North Report

    Report -

    Healthwatch England gives people across Northumberland, Tyne and Wear and County Durham a say on the future of NHS services in their communities.

  4. Pre-engagement: Shotley Bridge Community Hospital Services

    Report -

    Our independent observation report on engagement activities across North-West Durham.

  5. Bishop Auckland Hospital - Ward 6

    Report -

    Our reports looks at capturing the views of patients about the care they have received at Bishop Auckland Hospital, on Ward 6.

  6. How to get an NHS dentist appointment during COVID-19

    Advice and Information -

    Routine dental care has had to change because of COVID-19, with many people struggling to access NHS services. Here’s some information on how to access an NHS dentist now COVID-19 restrictions are eased.

  7. Do you need help getting to hospital?

    Advice and Information -

    Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.

  8. Healthwatch County Durham Annual Report 2021-22

    Report -

    See our latest annual report for 2021-22 and discover our areas of priority for 2022-23.

  9. Informative CPR Video for Deaf People

    Advice and Information -

    St John's Ambulance have released a BSL accessible video to demonstrate how to carry out emergency CPR.

  10. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

    Advice and Information -

    A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.