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Help us shape the future of Carers support in Cumberland. At Cumberland Carers, we know that being a carer isn’t just a role, it’s part of who you are. Whether you are looking…

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Former Government minister backs King's fund study on importance of independent patient voice in health and social care

Government plans to end the existence of an independent voice for patients and service users in health and social care have come under challenging scrutiny today with the…

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New report highlights importance of independent patient voice in health and social care

A new report by The King’s Fund has highlighted the importance of maintaining an independent patient voice within health and social care. The report comes as government plans…

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Understanding Seni’s Law

As we continue our journey through 35 years of legislation, we’ve arrived at a piece of law that is as heartbreaking as it is hopeful. If you’ve been following this series, you…

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Modern general practice access: What people across our region told us

Over recent months, Healthwatch Westmorland and Furness has been out in local communities listening to people’s real experiences of accessing their GP, using the NHS App, and…

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Concerns around delays in support for high blood pressure in Westmorland & Furness

"I can’t get a face-to-face GP appointment I have waited 3 weeks for a telephone call." A local patient shared their experience of consistently raised blood pressure readings over…

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How far we've come: The rise of the advocate

In our last blog, we looked at the Mental Capacity Act 2005, a truly empowering law that said we have the right to make our own choices, even if others think they are ‘unwise’. …

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Goodbye February, Hello March!

The days are getting ever so slightly longer, and we're convinced we saw a peak of sunshine this week!🌞Spring is on the horizon, and there is no slowing down at…

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