Dear TfL, what’s the point of a timetable if the 16:00 Lioness Line from Watford Junction to Euston is going to leave - not close the doors but *leave* - at 15:59 while 5 people are still trying to board? No way the driver didn’t know.

Many refugees and asylum seekers we spoke to were concerned about the physical health of their families, with the majority saying they believed their children were often unwell due to lack of nutrition from the food provided. Read more here: buff.ly/gjdirhB

Too many autistic adults are left to navigate life after diagnosis without guidance or support. Healthwatch Hertfordshire is working to change that – with your help. 🔗 buff.ly/fzK61Ui Were you diagnosed as an adult? Please take our short survey and tell us what

Our latest Report shows refugees and asylum seekers are frequently not provided with qualified interpreters and don’t know how to navigate the health and care system. As a result, it has been agreed that information resources to support them will be created and provided in a

Just three minutes of your time can make a huge difference to improving services in your area. If you want to leave feedback with us through British Sign Language, then complete our online form, or call us via the Sign Live app. smartsurvey.co.uk/s/have-your-sa…

Through 2024–25, Healthwatch Hertfordshire tackled the big issues with health and social care providers. #hertfordshire #health #nhs #healthwatch #nonprofit buff.ly/XBpdjmh

Through 2024–25, Healthwatch Hertfordshire worked hard to help people navigate the health and social care system. We helped 100s of people through giving more than 400 hours of signposting. This coming year we hope to be able to do even more. #hertfordshire #health #nhs

What a pleasure to chair this today. So proud to see our team sharing their successes, their learning and their impact with our partners and supporters. Still in business until things change, and shaping the change.

One week left to have your say on SEND in Hertfordshire - survey closes Thursday 31 July. We want to ensure that the voices of families are at the heart of our SEND Summit taking place in September. orlo.uk/Mm0vO

Changes following conversations between patients and Healthwatch Milton Keynes have made women on the ward feel safer and better supported. Read our latest blog to find out they positively impacted women’s care. healthwatch.co.uk/blog/2025-07-2…

📣 We’re here to make your voice heard in health and social care — and we’re on social media! As Hertfordshire's independent health and care champion, we work to make sure your experiences shape the services you use — from GPs and dentists to care homes and pharmacies. 💬 Got

🧭 Need Help Finding the Right Health or Social Care Support? We know the health and social care system can be confusing. That’s why Healthwatch Hertfordshire offers a free signposting service – helping you find the right person, place, or organisation to get the support you

Another important piece of work by the Healthwatch Herts team, on the needs and experiences of the #ArmedForces community and #Veterans. As with our recent #AsylumSeekers and #Refugees work, the #NHS often just assumes everyone knows how it’s organised. healthwatchhertfordshire.co.uk/news/2025-08-0…

Our latest Report: Service and Care: The Healthcare Journey of the Armed Forces Community Report has given us insight into the health care needs of veterans, reservists, serving personnel and military families. Read the full Report here: buff.ly/Nsfr89L

We’ve recommended that GPs and other healthcare professionals receive better training, awareness and knowledge to understand the specific needs of the armed forces community. Find out more in our latest Report here: buff.ly/Nsfr89L NHS Veteran Aware NHS Hertfordshire and West Essex Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS FT (HPFT)

Some in the armed forces community told us they faced challenges in receiving the priority treatment they were entitled to, for conditions that resulted from their military service. Read more here: buff.ly/Nsfr89L NHS Veteran Aware NHS Hertfordshire and West Essex Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS FT (HPFT)

These comments about mental health clearly show the need for better understanding of the specific experiences and negative impact that some members of our armed forces community have experienced. We’ve recommended increased awareness and encouragement to access help. Read our

💬 Having issues with your GP practice and not sure where to turn? You're not alone — and we're here to help. Since the pandemic, the way GP surgeries communicate with patients has changed, and it can be confusing to know who to speak to or what steps to take. 🧭 Our advice

Do you want better NHS services in your area? Whether you want to see improvements to the food in hospitals or a change opening hours, your feedback can improve care in your local services. Share your experience today. healthwatch.co.uk/have-your-say

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