Snapshot 1: An overview of local Health and Social care services in Sutton

Key findings 

1. Despite respondents agreeing relatively strongly that their GP surgery provide a good services, there is still a theme emerging from the comments that making a convenient/timely appointment can be difficult. 
2. Over half of the respondents (56%) are now aware that GP appointments are available from 8am - 8pm, 7 days a week. 
3. On average, local peope who completed the survey agree/strongly agree that they are able to access pharmacy services easily where they live. 
4. Nearly three quarters (64%) of local people who responded are aware that Epson and St Helier hospitals are consulting on changes to hospital services in Sutton. 
5. There was not a strong level of agreement with the statement 'I know where to go if I need help with my mental health'. In addition, there was a number of comments relating to difficulties accessing mental health services, especially services for younger people. 
6. Approximately 30% of the respondents are aware of the Sutton Health and Care programme. 
7. When asked about planned changes to the NHS in South West London, 39% stated that they were unaware that any changes were planned. 
8. For both health and social care, respondents agree that more with the statement 'services are well-run' in comparison to 'money is spent wisely'. Responses for health services are marginally higher rather than social care.