About this event
This session is for anyone new to the Healthwatch network. You should already have taken our induction module and will have received key information about your role from your local Healthwatch.
This welcome workshop is an opportunity to meet Healthwatch England’s network development team members and find out what our teams do and how we all work together to make a difference.
Type of event
Friendly and informal webinar with some presentations, the opportunity to ask questions and discussions in small groups. You will get the most from the session if you join with your camera on and are prepared to chat with colleagues.
Who is this event for?
Local Healthwatch staff, board members and volunteers who are new to Healthwatch.
What will you learn?
You’ll be able to bring questions, but this session will help you to:
- Understand the history of Healthwatch and where we come from.
- Know what different people and teams in Healthwatch England do and how they work with local Healthwatch.
- Understand the different ways that local Healthwatch are set up and the differences in funding and scale.
- Get some great examples of where Healthwatch has made a difference for people and the services they use.
- Feel part of the Healthwatch network and make connections with people outside of your area.
- Know where to access help and support. .
Who is running this event?
Healthwatch England Network Development team members