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Getting the right care when you need it shouldn’t feel like a struggle. But for many people across North Yorkshire and York, it still does.

People across North Yorkshire continue to share their experiences of using health and care services. This report brings together what we heard, including what is working well, where people are struggling, and what needs to change.

Healthwatch visit care homes to hear directly from residents, their families, and staff about daily life in the home. We want to understand what is working well and where small improvements could make a positive difference.

People across North Yorkshire have told us what truly helps them stay healthy day to day and the challenges that can make this harder. Their insight reveals a much wider picture of health than medical care alone.

We listened to residents, relatives and staff to understand daily life in the home - to highlight what is working well and identify where improvements could help. We shared our recommendations with the home. Read on to learn more.

People across North Yorkshire have shared their experiences of health and social care. From moments of kindness that made a real difference, to challenges around access, cost and communication that still need to be addressed.

At Healthwatch, we believe everyone deserves high-quality, dignified care. One of the key ways we help ensure this is through our 'enter and view' visits.

People across North Yorkshire have shared their experiences of health and social care. From moments of kindness that made a real difference, to challenges around access, cost and communication that still need to be addressed.

Almost 20,000 people in Humber and North Yorkshire are diagnosed with cancer each year. Our research shows the need to boost awareness and early diagnosis.

Our 2024 to 2025 annual report outlines how the public’s stories have changed care for the better, and the work we’re doing to make sure that the health and social care system puts patients as the key to this.

At Healthwatch, we believe everyone deserves high-quality, dignified care. One of the key ways we help ensure this is through something called 'enter and view'. Learn more about our latest visit.

Getting the right care when you need it shouldn’t feel like a struggle — but for many people across North Yorkshire, it still does.