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Restructure at Healthwatch Kirklees and Healthwatch Calderdale
Our Chief Executive, Helen Hunter left in December 2021 and the organisation has been restructured so that we now … Read more
Health and wellbeing in Kirklees
Healthwatch Kirklees has partnered with Kirklees Council to try and find out what people in Kirklees want for their future … Read more
A very fond farewell…
Today is 17th December 2021, and it is my last working day for Healthwatch Kirklees and Healthwatch Calderdale, and I feel … Read more
We are recruiting
Healthwatch Kirklees are looking for a bright, enthusiastic and passionate communications officer for a 12 month fixed term contract. If … Read more
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Could missing routine diabetes checks be putting you at risk?
Now is the time to get your routine diabetes checks. World Diabetes Awareness Day started in 1991 in response to … Read more
What we know about the Covid-19 boosters in Kirklees and your Winter Wellness
Information and Guidance Plan B, Booster Campaigns, and Booster uptake rates what does it all mean? To help you … Read more
Royal Voluntary Home Library Service Kirklees
Royal Voluntary Home Library Service Kirklees brings local libraries into people’s homes. It is a service run by Royal Voluntary … Read more
See me, Support me
Would you wear a ‘carer lanyard’ so that health and care staff can see at a glance that you’re a … Read more
Do you want to make a difference and improve your care equipment?
Calling Kirklees residents your thoughts and opinions on mobility aids and community care equipment in Kirklees are needed. Healthwatch … Read more
Covid-19 Update: Vaccinations for 12-15 year olds
Covid-19 Update: Vaccinations for 12-15-year-olds in Kirklees Update for Kirklees November 2021 Kirklees council has issued some useful new information … Read more
Are you helping young people in Kirklees look out for eachother?
Help young people in Kirklees look out for each other ‘Looking out for each other’ – a new campaign for … Read more
Choose well, your mental health matters
Local NHS Trust debuts mental health guide to help you to ‘choose well.’ Your mental health matters and this … Read more
Concerned about suicide? Support is available
West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care Partnership launch a regional suicide prevention portal at https://suicidepreventionwestyorkshire.co.uk/ This World Suicide … Read more
What should you expect when waiting for planned care?
Are you waiting for planned care? Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a difficult and often stressful … Read more