Healthwatch is an independent consumer champion created to gather and represent the views of the public. Healthwatch plays a role at both national and local level and makes sure that the views of the public and people who use services are taken into account. An Influencer - We listen to your views, concerns and suggestions about services and use this information to help shape and improve them. A S
upporter - We can provide information to help you make choices about the services you use. Complaints Advocacy - We can refer you to someone who will support you in making a complaint. Healthwatch Wolverhampton promises to:
Seek out people to discuss their local health and social care services. Use what they say say to help decision makers improve the quality of local services
Reflect the diversity of Wolverhampton’s population, including children and young people
Build on any example of good work that is being achieved
Work in partnership with services – not in opposition. Be represented on the Health and Wellbeing Board and ensure progress is achieved. The Healthwatch network has been created in response to the Health and Social Care Act 2012. It is funded by the Department of Health via Wolverhampton City Council. Healthwatch Wolverhampton is one of 152 local Healthwatch, with Healthwatch England providing representation at a national level.
