Tell us what you think about your local health and social care services

Your story has the power to make a difference.

Let us know how we can help

Please complete this form and let us know what your issue is, with as much detail as is necessary. We’ll then be in touch with you directly as soon as possible. Thank you. 

What type of service is your query about?

Please choose the services that you'd like to talk to us about. You can pick more than one.
Such as Royal Sussex County Hospital – Maternity Ward, Brighton Station Medical Centre or Health Visitor, etc.

Give details, including dates and timeline. You may wish to remove any personal information from your feedback, such as names or addresses, etc.

 

Tell us a bit about you

It’s your choice which questions you answer but, by sharing more information about yourself, it helps us better understand how people’s experiences may differ depending on their personal situation. We value any personal insight you feel happy to share with us. 

And don’t worry – your responses to these questions are saved anonymously and not stored with your request for assistance. 

What gender are you?
Do you identify as the sex you were assigned at birth?
Which of the following best describes your sexual orientation?
Do you look after or give unpaid help or support to anyone (as in a Carer)?

This could be because they have long-term physical or mental health conditions or illnesses, or problems related to old age.
Are your day-to-day activities limited because of a health problem or disability which has lasted, or is expected to last, at least 12 months?
How would you describe your ethnic origin?
Are you a refugee or asylum seeker?
Do you consider yourself to be "Seldom heard"?


The term "seldom heard" refers to people who may feel they are less likely to be heard by professionals and decision-makers. For example: 

  • people who are disabled or have learning disabilities
  • black or asian people
  • people who live in deprivation
  • travellers, asylum seekers or refugees

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We use people’s stories in our campaigns, as lived experience is the best way to show what needs changing. We share stories with the press and media and include quotes and insight in our reports. The media also sometimes asks if they can talk to some of the people included in our promotion. Would you be happy for us to share your story or use it as a case study in our reports? Let us know below.

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How does sharing your views make a difference?

Read how we're using what you tell us to help make a positive change to local health and care services in our news and reports.

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