News and reports

Our new report on Barriers to Bowel Cancer Screening in Barking and Dagenham report has now been launched, shedding light on local challenges in tackling one of the UK’s most common cancers.

Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham has released a new report examining how leisure and spiritual activities support the overall well-being of residents at Bennetts Castle Care Home.

Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham has released a new report examining how leisure and spiritual activities support the overall well-being of residents at Chestnut Court Care Home.

Finding a suitable care home for you or a loved one can be difficult. Knowing what to look for and what questions to ask can make the decision easier. We’ve gathered some information and useful resources to help you make the right choice.

Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham has been highly commended at a prestigious national awards ceremony for its efforts to enhance social care access for local residents.

Our board meeting minutes for March 2025 are available to download, and are summarised below.

Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham has published a new report exploring the role of leisure and spiritual activities in enhancing the overall wellbeing of Ebury Court Care Home residents in the borough.

We are pleased to publish our latest report: Women’s reproductive and sexual health support experiences in Barking and Dagenham.

We’re excited to announce a new partnership with the London Ambulance Service (LAS) NHS Trust. This initiative aims to gather insights from women who have used LAS or NHS 111 services during pregnancy or the first 12 months postpartum.

"As a third-year Public Health student, my work placement at Barking and Dagenham Healthwatch has been eye-opening and an enriching experience...."

Our board meeting minutes for December 2024 are available to download - and are summarised below.

We really value the work of our wonderful volunteers, and held an event to celebrate their achievements over the past year. Read on about our celebration of volunteers event!