Issue - meetings

Members of the Individuals OSSC gave consideration to the report of Healthwatch Havering entitled, Services in Havering for People who have a visual Impairment: a review.  The report was finalised in June 2018.

Members had heard from the previous presentation that a significant role of the Healthwatch organisation is to support and empower the most vulnerable members of the community to have a voice and influence services which have a substantial impact on day to day lives.

The report looked at concerns from residents, professional staff and voluntary organisations and looked at the journey taken by patients using services.

The report started from the view of patients and carers which is contained within the UK vision Strategy:

“Seeing it my way”

? That I have someone to talk to

? That I understand my eye condition and the registration process

? That I can access information

? That I have help to move around the house and to travel outside

? That I can look after myself, my health, my home and my family

? That I can make the best use of the sight I have

? That I am able to communicate and to develop skills for reading and writing

? That I have equal access to education and lifelong learning

? That I can work and volunteer

? That I can access and receive support when I need it

The report made a total of 18 recommendations

The Individuals OSSC:

Noted the contents of the report

Noted all 18 recommendations made in respect of all agencies and partners.