Healthwatch Worcestershire

15/06/2026

Free online workshops

Designed to support autistic adults, parents/carers, and professionals living in Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Hosted by Autism West Midlands, the leading charity in the West Midlands, providing support, advice and guidance for those with autism.

Delivered via Microsoft Teams.

All sessions are free to attend and open to anyone with an interest in autism support and understanding.

Following each workshop, attendees will receive a resource pack containing useful information, guidance, and materials related to the session topic.

Positives of Autism Workshop: Wednesday 17th June 2pm-3:30pm - Designed to celebrate and explore the strengths, abilities, and unique perspectives of autistic adults, this session highlights the many positive characteristics associated with autism and how these can be recognised, embraced, and applied in everyday life.

Book Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1987381211703?aff=oddtdtcreator

Personal Independence Payment Workshop: Friday 19th June 12pm-1pm - Designed to build your understanding about PIP, this workshop will cover eligibility, how to apply for PIP and organisations who might be able to support you with this application where we are not able to do so.

Book Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1987380737284?aff=oddtdtcreator

15/06/2026

The MND Association runs a support group café for people with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) at St Richard's Hospice in Worcester, just a short drive from Worcester City Centre.. It offers sufferers and their carers a lifeline to socialise, swap tips, and access information in a warm environment. The location is St Richard's Hospice, Wildwood Drive, Worcester, WR5 2QT. the cafe is held on the first Tuesday of the month, 2-4pm.
You can expect the opportunity to connect with others, a chance to natter over a hot drink and cake MND Association staff and volunteers will be on hand to provide support and information.

Early summer dates include June 2, July 7, August 4, and September 1.For more information, contact Marianne Grant at 01604 800622, or visit the MND Association for regional support. https://www.mndassociation.org/

15/06/2026

15 - 21 June Loneliness Awareness Week

Join thousands of people raising awareness on social media and holding connection activities across the world.

Can you bring people together to connect and reduce loneliness?

To find out more and download resources visit www.lonelinessawarenessweek.org

14/06/2026

Orange Button

Are you having thoughts of su***de or worrying about someone who might be? You don’t have to sit with it alone.

Orange Button wearers are trained to listen and can talk openly and without judgement about su***de. They can direct you to resources and support.

Look out for someone wearing an orange pin badge in your community

Find out about other support available to you:
👉 https://www.worcestershire.gov.uk/mentalwellbeing
👉 https://www.talkcommunity.co.uk/keeping-well-staying-healthy/mental-health-and-emotional-wellbeing/

If you or someone else needs urgent mental health help, call NHS 111.

14/06/2026

15 - 21 June Learning Disabilities Week

The theme for 2026 is "Do you see me?" which is all about people with a learning disability being seen, heard and valued.

Local events – ‘Do you see me moving’:

Monday 15 June 11.30 am - 12.30 pm
Ryland Centre, New Road, Bromsgrove B60 2JS.
Event: Sports

Tuesday 16 June 12 noon – 3 pm
Wyre Forest Leisure Centre, Silverwoods Way, Stourport Road, Kidderminster DY11 7DT.
Event: Sports

Thursday 18 June 10 am - 10.45 am and 11 am – 1 pm
Our Way, Bromsgrove Street, Kidderminster DY10 1PF
Events: Zumba and Coffee morning

Friday 19 June 11 am - 12 noon
Spectrum Days, Old Coach Road, Droitwich WR9 8BB
Events: Exercise

To find out more visit www.mencap.org.uk/learningdisabilityweek

13/06/2026

Take five minutes to share your experiences
NHS and social care staff are doing everything they can to keep us well during these challenging times, but there might be things that can be improved for you and your loved ones. Please take five minutes to share your story with us.

Click the link: https://www.healthwatchworcestershire.co.uk/share-your-views

13/06/2026

Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month is June 2026

Join Worcestershire’s Gypsy Roma and Traveller Partner Network to celebrate Gypsy, Roma, Traveller History Month 2026 with the theme ‘Onwards with Hope’.

Find out more about how you can get involved including educational resources, colouring packs and what’s going on in Worcestershire:

https://insights.worcestershire.gov.uk/public-health-celebrates-gypsy-roma-and-traveller-history-month-in-june-2026/

12/06/2026

Have your say on Mental Health Services in Worcestershire

Healthwatch Worcestershire wants to hear from people living with psychosis, schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, as well as those who care for someone with one of these conditions.

If this applies to you, your experiences really matter.
We’ve created a short survey to understand:
• What is working well in local services
• Where people are facing challenges
• What could be improved

Your feedback will help shape future health and care services across Worcestershire.

👉 Take the survey here:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NKFXH6F

The survey only takes a few minutes to complete and your voice can make a real difference.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]
Thank you for helping us improve care and support in our community.

12/06/2026

Your Right To Choose In The NHS

To learn more:

1. Swipe across the posts
2. Go to the pinned section at the top of our FB page.

12/06/2026

Thank you to Bradley Thomas MP for taking the time to meet with our Chair, Simon Adams, and discuss the role of Healthwatch Worcestershire.

Every year we hear from thousands of local people about their experiences of health and social care services. Those insights help providers and commissioners understand what matters most to patients, families, and carers.

Independent patient voice and public scrutiny remain vital components of a transparent and accountable health and care system.

As Chair of Healthwatch Worcestershire, Simon Adams has an encyclopaedic knowledge of local health and social care services.

However, that knowledge and expertise in holding the NHS and social care services to account will be lost as the Government is abolishing Healthwatch.

​Healthwatch is an independent consumer champion that gives patients a voice. A voice that will disappear under Government plans - something I recently discussed with Simon.

I'm concerned at the loss of transparency and the Government's attempt to essentially take the health service behind closed doors. I'll be taking these concerns to Parliament.