NHS 70 Celebration

Healthwatch Essex is an independent voice for the people of Essex. We’re here to understand the lived experience of people who use health and care services in the county and to make sure their voices are heard.We have powers in law, as set out in the Health and Social Care Act 2012, to encourage people to share their views and lived experience with us.We undertake research and engagement activities so that we can make evidence-based recommendations to the NHS and social care authorities to improve how services are designed and delivered.We also provide an information service to help people access, understand and navigate the health and social care system. Anyone can call our confidential telephone information line, for the costs of a local call, on0300 500 1895. You can also email: info@healthwatchessex.org.ukHealthwatch EssexTelephone: 01376 572829Email:enquiries@healthwatchessex.org.uk

Healthwatch Essex

Healthwatch Essex, in collaboration with Chelmsford Cathedral, would like to invite staff and patients from across Essex to celebrate 70 years of the NHS.
Join us for an afternoon celebrating health and social care across the county. You'll hear amazing stories from patients and clinicians as well as readings and reflections. All faiths are welcome and staff are encouraged to wear uniforms to the service with pride. 
The celebration includes:
<UL>
<LI>Welcome from Healthwatch Essex and Chelmsford Cathedral  </LI>
<LI>Readings &amp; Reflection </LI>
<LI>Musical Interlude</LI>
<LI>Films of people’s memories of and aspirations for the NHS</LI>
<LI>Blessing</LI>
<LI>Refreshments</LI>
</UL>
Music will be provided by Nichola Scholey and the Chelmsford Cathedral Musicians.
An unsupervised play area will be available and we'd love as many health and social care professionals, patients and patients' families as possible to come along!
The Cathedral service will kick start a week of events to mark the NHS 70th birthday. The week will see Healthwatch Essex visit various health and social care locations across the county, giving both the public and staff the chance to share with them their personal experiences of health and social care.
 
FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
No. Families are very welcome. An unsupervised play area will be available.
What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?
By train: The Cathedral is a short walk from Chelmsford Railway Station on the mainline London Liverpool Street to Norwich line; turn left out of the station and continue along Duke Street. The Cathedral is on the left hand side.
By bus: The Cathedral is well served by local bus routes which drop off and pick up outside the Cathedral on Duke Street. Coaches can also pick up and set down on Duke Street.
By car: There is no on-street car parking in the immediate vicinity of the Cathedral. There are however a number of nearby car parks. To view a map with more information, click <A HREF="http://www.chelmsfordcathedral.org.uk/uploads/area-map-showing-car-parks.pdf" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</A>.  Please note the Riverside car park is currently closed. For a link to the Park and Ride service, please click <A HREF="http://www.essexhighways.org/Getting-Around/bus/park-and-ride.aspx" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</A>.  
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
If you have any questions, please contact enquiries@healthwatchessex.org.uk
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
Yes.
Can I update my registration information?
Yes. You can update the information on your order (like name, email address) by clicking your order on the <A HREF="https://www.eventbrite.com/mytickets" TARGET="_self">Tickets</A> page. If you don't see an "Edit" link after selecting your order, then send us a message by clicking "Contact" at the bottom of the event listing.
Is my ticket transferrable?
Yes. You can update the information on your order (like name, email address) by clicking your order on the <A HREF="https://www.eventbrite.com/mytickets" TARGET="_self">Tickets</A> page. If you don't see an "Edit" link after selecting your order, then us a message by clicking "Contact" at the bottom of the event listing.
Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?
Yes.

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