Healthwatch Isle of Wight

10/06/2026

Your chance to ask questions directly to senior health professionals - live panel discussion and Q&A

Have you or someone you love been affected by cancer on the Isle of Wight? This is your opportunity to have your voice heard - and to get answers.

Join us at Coming Together for Cancer - a free public event on Wednesday 1st July, 10am to 3pm at The Riverside Centre, Newport, Isle of Wight.

Over 229 Island residents shared their experiences of cancer services. On 1st July we'll be presenting those findings for the first time - and you'll be able to put your questions directly to a panel of senior NHS and health professionals, including clinicians from St Mary's and leaders from Wessex Cancer Alliance.

The day also includes information and support stalls, afternoon tea, a live choir performance, and wellbeing taster sessions.

Free to attend. All welcome.

Can't make it but have a question? Get in touch and we'll ask it on your behalf.

Call: 01983 608608
Email: [email protected]

05/06/2026

Healthwatch Isle of Wight reveals cancer care findings at free Newport event next month

01/06/2026

Coming Together for Cancer - Free Event, 1st July!

We've spent months listening to Island residents share their experiences of cancer services. Now it's time to share what you told us.

Join us on Wednesday 1st July, 10am–3pm at The Riverside Centre, Newport for a free community event where we'll present the findings of our cancer services review, open up the conversation, and start shaping what changes next.

On the day: findings presentation, panel Q&A with senior health professionals, information stalls, free afternoon tea, a live choir workshop with Sing for Life, and wellbeing taster sessions.

Free to attend. No booking needed. Everyone welcome.
Scan the QR code on the poster for the full programme.

📞 01983 608608
📧 [email protected]

26/05/2026

⏰ Time is running out to share your views!
🩺 We want to hear about your experiences of contacting and using your GP practice since the new NHS GP contract changes came into effect on 1 October 2025.
💬 Your feedback will help us to understand what’s working well and where improvements are needed.
🗓️ The Survey closes on 12th June.
👉 Have your say today and help shape local health services.

11/05/2026

🌼 The late May Bank Holiday is fast approaching!
💊 To help you plan ahead, here is a list of pharmacy opening times across the Isle of Wight.
📍 Please double check your nearest pharmacy is open before you travel.
🌞 Stay prepared and take care during this Bank Holiday weekend.

05/05/2026

🏋‍♀ EXERCISE FOR PARKINSONS 🏋‍♀

A specialist exercise programme designed to support people who have Parkinson’s disease is set to return in May.

The 10-week course, beginning on Friday 1 May 2026, is tailored specifically for individuals who have been recently diagnosed or are in the early phases of the condition. It will focus on improving physical and mental wellbeing through targeted exercise.

Each weekly session will last one hour and guide participants through the core PD Warrior exercises as well as other exercise options at our centre. The full course is priced at £83, making it an accessible option for those seeking specialised support close to home.

Book now by calling 752168 or pop in to speak to Reception.

30/04/2026

Want to help improve health and care services?

Healthwatch Isle of Wight is encouraging people to sign up to the NIHR Be Part of Research register. It lets you hear about health and care studies you could take part in:
https://bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/

It’s free to join, and there’s no obligation to take part in anything – you’re simply showing you’re open to hearing about opportunities.

If more people locally sign up, it helps show that people on the Isle of Wight are interested in research. This could help bring more studies and funding to our area.

Take a look and see if anything interests you 👇

Find out how you can take part in health and care research through Be Part of Research

28/04/2026

🩺 We want to hear about your experiences of contacting and using your GP practice since the new NHS GP contract changes came into effect on 1 October 2025.
💬 Your feedback will help us to understand what’s working well and where improvements are needed.
🗓️ The Survey closes on 12th June.
👉 Have your say today and help shape local health services.

https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/06GBRY/

23/04/2026

LAST DAY TO HAVE YOUR SAY! 📢

Deadline for our Island Cancer Services Survey is Friday April 24th. Complete the survey by clicking this link:

Please take a few minutes to take our survey.

22/04/2026

Islanders facing sudden financial hardship can access support from a new major Isle of Wight Council scheme, launched this spring. 🌷

The Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) provides fast, practical support when it’s needed most, including:

✅Crisis payment applications – quick financial help for urgent essentials following an unexpected shock, such as an emergency bill, loss of income or a broken essential appliance.

✅Housing payments – additional support for renters receiving Housing Benefit or Universal Credit who are experiencing a shortfall in their rent.

✅Help with rising heating‑oil costs – support for vulnerable low‑income households dealing with sudden increases in domestic heating‑oil prices.

Find out more and apply online:

👉Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) - Isle of Wight

Phone support is also available:

📞Crisis payment applications, information, advice and guidance: 01983 823660

📞Housing payments: 01983 823950

📞Homelessness support: 01983 823040

Providing a vital new safety net to help Islanders stay secure and supported. ⭐