Support for making an NHS Complaint
We know that making a complaint about NHS or social care services can be confusing. This page gives information about what to do produced with Citizens Advice.
Healthwatch Coventry works with the local Independent Health Complaints Advocacy service (IHCA). They offer free, confidential advice and support with making complaints about NHS services. Find out more go to IHCA website
Or if you are unsure what to do contact us through our information service.
Tips and tools for making a complaint
Adult social care complaints
Practical help you can use to make a complaint about adult social care services, including flowcharts, helpful tips and sample letters.
Complaints about NHS services
Information on how to complain on behalf of someone else, top tips for making a complaint and sample letters.
NHS Hospital complaints
This information applies to all patients in NHS hospitals. It also applies if you're being treated in a private hospital when the treatment is funded by the NHS.
Mental health services complaints
If you’re unhappy about your treatment for a mental health problem, you may be able to make a complaint.
Other NHS services
NHS care is usually very good and most people don’t have any problems. But occasionally things can go wrong. Find out more about complaints about other services.
Whistleblowing
Find out information about how a staff member can report a problem in the NHS or an adult social care service
