The input of local people, partners and local organisations is invaluable to us in shaping healthcare services.
We often have involvement exercises running, and the details of any that are currently active will be available below - simply click the title to read more.
Current ICB involvement opportunities
Current partner consultation/engagement activities
Stroke rehabilitation services across Walsall and Wolverhampton are set to be transformed to provide patients with more timely and personalised support.
The proposed approach is In line with the NHS 10 Year Plan to deliver more proactive, community-based care and reduce reliance on hospital-based services.
While bed-based rehabilitation would still be available for those who need it, this will be for shorter periods, with most patients continuing their recovery at home or in local community settings. The bed-based rehabilitation service is proposed to move from Hollybank House in Walsall to West Park Hospital. This will allow resources to be reinvested into a more responsive community rehabilitation service, helping ensure more patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time.
The new model aligns with the national Integrated Community Stroke Service (ICSS) framework and will be delivered by a skilled multi-disciplinary team including Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Nurses, Psychologists, Social Care, and Speech and Language Therapists.
Key benefits of the new model include:
- Faster access to rehabilitation after hospital discharge
- Personalised care delivered in the most appropriate setting
- Seven-day access to specialist stroke rehabilitation
- Shorter hospital stays where safe and appropriate
- More efficient use of NHS resources, reinvested into community care
As part of this transformation, we want to hear from patients, carers, staff, and the public about their experiences of stroke services. This feedback will help shape a community service that works for everyone.
Share your views by completing a short survey https://forms.office.com/e/PdpGf6Ppah
For help completing the survey or to request it in another language or format, please contact or Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust at wht.
Help shape Sandwell’s health and well-being
The Sandwell Health and Wellbeing Board is a group of local leaders working together to make life better for everyone in Sandwell. They’re creating a new plan to improve health and well-being across the borough.
Now they want to hear from you.
What matters most to you, your family, and your community?
What should we focus on to make Sandwell a healthier, happier place?
Share your views and help shape the future. Visit the link to complete the survey.
Health and Well-being Strategy Consultation - Sandwell Council - Citizen Space
A new survey aimed at gathering young patients’ feedback about the activities they’d like to get involved in while they’re in hospital has been launched across two Black Country NHS Trusts.
Children and young people at Walsall Manor Hospital and Wolverhampton’s New Cross Hospital are being asked to take part in a Children’s Ward Entertainment & Playroom Survey that is being run by the Patient Experience Team across Walsall Healthcare and The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trusts.
The survey aims to understand:
- What entertainment options children enjoy most
- How they feel about the playroom facilities
- What improvements they would like to see
Garry Perry, Associate Director Patient Voice (Experience) across both Trusts, said: “Some children and young people can find themselves having to stay in hospital for a while and it’s important that we take care of all their needs – not just their medical condition.
“Our teams do a great job of providing activities, but we want feedback to help us enhance the ward experience, tailor activities to different age groups, and ensure our playrooms remains safe, welcoming, and stimulating spaces.” The survey covers:
- Entertainment activities (TV, games, crafts, etc.)
- Playroom cleanliness, toys, and comfort
- Suggestions for new activities or improvements
Garry added: Responses will be reviewed by the Play Team and Paediatrics leadership to identify improvements, longer-term enhancements to facilities and programming, opportunities for staff training or resource allocation.
“Our staff will be encouraging children and families to complete the survey, offering support if children need any help with reading or writing – so parents and carers please ask about the survey as printed copies will be available on the Children’s wards and in the playrooms.”
The aim of this survey is to gain an understanding of the patient experience of those who have used cancer services in Sandwell.
Healthwatch Sandwell is trying to find out whether people in Sandwell were happy with the treatment and care they received.
This survey is anonymous. Please fill it out online and share with Sandwell residents.
