What to expect when waiting for care

Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.

Find out more

Healthwatch plays an important role in providing advice and pointing people in the right direction for the support they need.

We can help you find health or social care services near to you. And let you know what your options are if you have a concern or want to complain about local services. 

Get in touch with us for one to one information to help you with your choices. 

Advice and information

413,000

people in England accessed Healthwatch advice and information online or contacted us with questions about local support.