News and reports

We would like to hear about all aspects of the treatment and support for cancer patients and their families, from hospital treatment, to GP help and community based support from self-help groups and organisations such as Macmillian Cancer support.

Two authorised representatives visited Jubilee Villa, Upper Astley, Astley on Thursday 30th November 2023 at 10.00am. The visit was announced meaning that the home knew when we would visit.

Four Healthwatch representatives visited Greenfields Care Home, Liverpool Road, Whitchurch, SY13 on Monday 11th December 2023. The visit was announced meaning that the home knew that we would visit.

Three Authorised Representatives visited Normanton Retirement Home on 9th November 2023. The visit was announced meaning that the home knew when we would visit.

In a post-pandemic world where the cost-of-living crisis is challenging for many of us, prioritising our mental health and wellbeing is necessary.

Local health and care leaders are alerting residents that Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin’s A&E departments are under “extreme pressure” due to significant and sustained demand.

Four authorised representatives visited the Acute Medical Floor, Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, on Tuesday 29 August 2023 at 10am. The Acute Medical Floor is made up of Acute Medical Assessment (AMA) and the Acute Medical Unit (AMU) as well as Ward 22 Short Stay. The visit was semi-announced meaning that the Ward knew that we would visit within the month of August.

Did you know that pharmacies provide advice and information on minor illnesses and ailments? Find out how they can help you.

Agenda and associated papers for the Board Meeting in public

A report into people’s experiences of diabetes care and support in Shropshire

We asked people to share their experiences of making a complaint about NHS or social care services in Shropshire within the last two years. Through our IHCA Service we have often heard from people who have found the process confusing and disappointing which has sometimes resulted in people deciding not to complain at all.

Three authorised representatives visited Landona House Care Home, Wem on Tuesday 11 July. The visit was semi-announced meaning that the home knew that we would visit within a two-week period.