Healthwatch Isle of Wight Annual report 2023/24

Report - 6 July 2024

This year we have been working hard to hear from as many people as possible
by using inclusive methods of engagement, sharing information with local
people and finding new ways of listening to people’s stories.

As ever, we could not lobby for improvements and support the changes in health and social care provision without the input of the island’s population, and the dedication of Healthwatch Isle of Wight volunteers, staff and Board members. Thank you for working with us.

Alison Geddes - Deputy Chair, Healthwatch Isle of Wight

How we've made a difference this year

  • We asked the IOW NHS Trust to publish their plans for end of life care at St Marys hospital.
  • We highlighted the impact that a lack of an out of hours pharmacy was having on local people. 
  • We attended a national review of NHS Quality Accounts and requested more user-friendly publications. 

Downloads

To find out more please read our annual report.

Healthwatch Isle of Wight Annual Report 2023/24
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