Overall, most experiences of using a service were rated as good (32, 70%). Many people commented that services were quick and that staff were good and kind. Some people specifically mentioned how staff had helped them, for example, one person told us how staff at their GP practice helped to calm their nerves when having a blood test, whilst another mentioned that hospital staff helped them to find a shelter to stay in whilst they healed.
Only three experiences of using a service were rated as bad (6%). One person commented that they felt like they got a ‘grilling’ when they went to A&E which made them feel like a burden. Of people who rated their experience as bad, none had told the service about this.
The majority of participants told us they found it easy to access services, although it should be noted that most of these positive experiences related to GP practices, hospitals and ambulances. We received 36 (76%) pieces of feedback saying that services were easy to access, for example, some people told us they found it easy to register at their GP practice and book appointments and that staff are helpful.
We also asked people whether they have ever provided feedback on health and social care services. Most people told us they have never provided feedback on health and social care services, with only nine people (28%) saying they have. Most participants said they have never been asked to provide feedback.
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