The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the independent regulator for health and social care in England. It makes sure services such as hospitals, care homes, dentists and GP surgeries provide people with safe, effective, compassionate and high-quality care, and encourages these services to improve. The CQC monitors and inspects these services, and then publishes its findings and ratings to help people make choices about their care.
Read moreNHS was launched in 2007 and is the official website of the National Health Service in England. With over 48 million visits per month, they have become the UK’s biggest health website, accounting for a quarter of all health-related web traffic nationwide. They strive to be a world-leading, multi-channel service for everyone engaging with the NHS and social care services across the country every single day.
Read moreAlzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Friends programme is the biggest ever initiative to change people’s perceptions of dementia. It aims to transform the way the nation thinks, acts and talks about the condition. Whether you attend a face-to-face Information Session or watch the online video, Dementia Friends is about learning more about dementia and the small ways you can help. We run Dementia friends sessions throughout the year.
Read moreSt. Margaret’s Hospice has been at the heart of Somerset’s community for over 35 years, delivering high quality, responsive and compassionate care to patients and their families facing a life limiting illness. Their dedicated teams provide specialist support, guidance and comfort, helping individuals maintain dignity and quality of life while also supporting loved ones through challenging and emotional times.
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