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The Accessible Information Standard – what you can expect from services
The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide National Health Service (NHS) or adult social care. Here’s some key information about the accessible communications you should expect from services.
22 February 2022
Have you been waiting for a hospital appointment
What to expect when waiting for care in Cornwall
Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps
8 September 2021
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Latest advice and information on coronavirus
Read the latest advice and information from NHS England, Public Health England and local resources to help with coronavirus related support
14 January 2021
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Coronavirus vaccine programme easy read and accessible information
This easy read guide will help people with Learning Difficulties understand the process and priority for the Covid vaccination programme.
14 December 2020
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Important contact numbers for support in Cornwall
Healthwatch Cornwall have collated contact details for a number of key organisations in Cornwall that can be contacted for help, support and guidance
8 April 2020
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Guidance - Accessible Resources
Healthwatch Cornwall has collated a range of resources together in Sign Language and printable guidance for those with Learning Difficulties to ensure accessible advice and information is available.
12 March 2020
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Guidance
If you are looking for the latest advice and information on Coronavirus we have collated the latest advice from a range of sources including Healthwatch, NHS England and Public Health England
5 March 2020
Mental Health Safety Plans
Mental Health Safety Plans
Cornwall Council launch Mental Health Safety Plans with a wide range of support tools available to help support those with mental health wellbeing
3 February 2020
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Integrated community services plans for Penwith, Fowey and Saltash area
During the past 18 months the NHS and Cornwall Council have been working with people who live and work in these areas to understand what health and care services are needed in the community.
29 July 2019
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Choose well to ease the pressure at emergency departments
Pharmacy, GP, emergency department? Knowing where to go when you need help can sometimes be confusing. If you're still not sure which is the right service for you, call NHS 111 free. #ChooseWell
19 July 2019
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Little life conversations
As part of Healthwatch Cornwall’s end of life research undertaken last year, it was clear that end of life conversation is taboo. Fear has led people to view dying as an ‘if’ rather than a ‘when’.
12 June 2019
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Do you need help getting to hospital?
Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.
22 May 2019