NHS figures reveal more people with dementia are being admitted to A&E in Bath and North East Somerset
More people with dementia are being rushed to hospital emergency departments in Bath and North East Somerset, according to NHS statistics.
The rate of emergency admissions to hospital for people with dementia in B&NES has increased by 10% - from 2017 to 2018. More than 920 people over the age of 65 and living with dementia in B&NES were admitted to A&E in 2017 to 2018, an increase of just over 10% on figures from 2016 to 2017 (841). An estimated 1677 people are living with dementia in the area. Healthwatch Bath and North East Somerset is inviting carers and families in to share their experiences and views on the NHS services supporting people living with dementia as part of a nationwide campaign.
You can find out more about the ‘What would you do?’ campaign and take part in the surveys by following this link.
Healthwatch Bath and North East Somerset is also keen to hear from people about:
How services could be improved for older people and;
How GP practices can work more closely together and with other services (such as hospitals, pharmacies, mental health and social care), to improve care for patients
People can also share their views on how other health services could improve, including those that support people with mental health conditions, cancer, heart and lung diseases, learning disabilities and autism, as well as how the NHS can help them stay well, and take more control over their health and care.
Representatives from the local NHS will also be carrying out engagement work with patients, staff and the community to encourage feedback on the local plan.
Local Safeguarding Children Board The latest information and updates from the Local Safeguarding Children Board 2019 for Bath and North East Somerset can be found here.
