1. CQC cancels registration of Wallington’s Tordarrach Nursing Home

    News -

    A nursing home in the London borough of Sutton has had its registration cancelled by the Care Quality Commission - effectively closing it down.

  2. Annual Report 2018-19

    Annual Report -

    We're proud to present our Annual Report showcasing our achievements from the past year.

  3. Improving health and care for Sutton residents

    News -

    A major plan to improve the health and care of residents in Sutton has been launched.

  4. Thinking about end of life care for you and your family

    Advice and Information -

    End of life care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. The guidance on the NHS website helps you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and how to manage your day to day decisions.

  5. Making a complaint about social care services - what should you expect?

    Advice and Information -

    Here we look at six things you should expect when making a complaint about social care services.

  6. Speak up and help improve social care in Sutton

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    We all value social care support, but let's make it even better this year. Tell us about your experiences of health and social care, and the changes that you would like to see made locally, in our online survey. #SpeakUp2020.

  7. Enter and View - Crossways Nursing Care Home

    Report -

    In October 2019, we used our statutory powers to 'Enter and View' Crossways Nursing Care Home, as part of our Care Homes Project.

  8. Snapshot 2 - 2020 Report

    Report -

    An overview of local people's views and awareness of change in health & social care in Sutton.

  9. Healthwatch Sutton releases second snapshot report taking a close look at health and care services in Sutton

    News -

    Today, we publish a report looking at local people's views and awareness of change in health and social care services in Sutton.

  10. Our Annual Report 2019-20

    Report -

    Last year, Healthwatch Sutton supported over 1,600 people to share their story about health and social care in Sutton.

  11. How should social care support you?

    Advice and Information -

    People have told us they want to feel listened to and involved in decisions about their social care. Here are six things you should expect from care services, according to new guidelines.

  12. What is adult social care?

    Advice and Information -

    Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below and find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.

  13. NHS reorganisation aims to integrate health and care services

    News -

    From Friday 1 July, major changes have taken place in NHS organisation. The aim is to bring together staff from local councils and the NHS, including GP teams and hospitals, to work more effectively together to plan and deliver local services.

  14. What should you expect from home care services?

    Advice and Information -

    The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?

  15. What should you expect when it comes to care for your teeth?

    Advice and Information -

    Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you're a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide.

  16. How can you find an NHS dentist?

    Advice and Information -

    Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you're facing problems.

  17. How to get a NHS dentist appointment during COVID-19

    Advice and Information -

    Routine dental care has had to change because of COVID-19, with social distancing rules making it difficult to access services. Here's some information on how to access an NHS dentist during the pandemic.

  18. Accessing dentistry services during COVID-19

    News -

    Our latest report looks at the current dental situation in Sutton as residents told us they struggled to access local NHS dental care.

  19. Report: Accessing dentistry services during Covid-19

    Healthwatch Sutton report -

    Our report looks at the current dental situation in Sutton as residents told us they struggled to access local NHS dental care.

  20. What medical support are you entitled to if you're new to the UK?

    Advice and Information -

    For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register with a GP.

  21. How can you find an NHS dentist?

    Advice and Information -

    Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you're facing problems.

  22. Report: problems accessing dental services

    Healthwatch Sutton report -

    Healthwatch Sutton has published a report highlighting problems local people have finding a dentist, and making both routine and emergency appointments.

  23. We’re taking action to improve access to NHS dentists

    Healthwatch Sutton news -

    We know from feedback through our website and at community events that many people in Sutton still aren’t able to see an NHS dentist. We have recently been told by a local NHS manager that there are no dentists in Sutton accepting new NHS patients.

    Access to NHS dentists is one of the issues – second only to access to GP services – that most concerns people about local health services. People are also concerned about the cost of dental treatment. Healthwatch Sutton is working with other Healthwatches in South West London and with local NHS bodies to highlight these problems and improve services.

  24. Dental charges up again - why we're concerned

    Health and care news -

    Many people can't afford even NHS charges

  25. 10 top tips to get the most out of your dental appointment

    Advice and Information -

    Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS dental services. Take a look at our top tips to help you get the most out of your next dental appointment.