Advice and Information

We are raising awareness of the difficulties people face getting a diagnosis for Crohn's and Colitis for World IBD Day. TV presenter Rylan Clark talks about the stigma stopping people getting help.

Mental Health Week May 18th – 24th is about kindness and we at Healthwatch want to focus on the phone friends, from Age UK South Glos, who are chatting to older people to help them through this pandemic.

People are not seeking help for potentially life-threatening health conditions due to the Covid-19 outbreak, Healthwatch has learned.

If you are at home self-isolating and need a support lifeline you can now call our team to find the right type of help from the new army of NHS Responders.

Use our new Healthwatch guides to help you get to grips with using health websites and apps. From Patient Access and NHS App to using Zoom, you can download and print our step-by-step guides.

Digital activity sessions are being run by a South Glos youth organisation to keep young people occupied and resist the urge to go outdoors.

The Keep Safe website has put together a range of resources for people with learning difficulties.

Take a look at this amazing list created by 'Bristol Independent Businesses' - it brings together community resources, Mutal Aid Groups and food delivery services that are available across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

Here is a list of links for help and advice regarding Coronavirus and specific health conditions.

Find out how Coronavirus is affecting services run by South Gloucestershire Council.

Online or offline Healthwatch is working with South Glos Council and volunteer groups to round up useful support services! Even if you have no computer you can get practical support or advice to stay safe and well during the coronavirus outbreak.

Avon and Somerset Police have advised the public to be aware of the scams that are surrounding the COVID 19 crisis