"Stories, Labels, and Misconceptions" is a podcast hosted by Val Barrett, a caregiver with over 25 years of experience, and psychologist Dr. Jeremy Anderson. The podcast shares personal narratives and explores solutions to the challenges faced by the NHS, social care, and public services.

Weekly discussions feature insights from professionals and service users, offering diverse perspectives.

Val and Dr. Jeremy delve into various topics that matter, from accessing services and living with lifelong conditions to navigating bureaucracy and much more…and fostering empathy in service delivery.

Whether you're a professional in the field or someone directly impacted by these services, "Stories, Labels, and Misconceptions" is not just a podcast, it's a platform for YOUR voices that often go unheard.

So pick up your phone, press record, and tell YOUR story because no one can tell it like you—one story at a time.

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Join us and tune in! New episodes are released every Tuesday.

Launching Tuesday, March 11th 2025.

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🎵 Music: Dynamic
🎤 Rap Lyrics: Hollyhood Tay
🎬 Podcast Produced & Edited by: Val Barrett

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Unveiling the Struggles in the NHS and Social Care

In this debut episode of 'Stories, Labels, and Misconceptions,' co-hosts Val Barrett and Dr. Jeremy Anderson delve into the challenges faced by patients with long-term conditions within the NHS and social care systems. They highlight the complexities of managing conditions like sickle cell disease and cystic fibrosis, the importance of respecting patient expertise, and the need for improved integration between hospital care and social care.

The episode also discusses innovative solutions like virtual wards and emphasizes the significance of timely medical checkups and early interventions. Join the conversation to explore how we can inspire change and improve the social care landscape.

https://www.cysticfibrosis.org.uk/

https://www.sicklecellsociety.org/

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🎬 Podcast Produced & Edited by: Val Barrett

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Join hosts Val Barrett and Dr. Jeremy Anderson in this episode of 'Stories, Labels, and Misconceptions' as they delve into the profound connection between housing conditions and health outcomes. This week's discussion highlights the harsh realities faced by individuals living in inadequate social housing, including the severe health impacts of damp and mould, the negative stigma associated with social housing, and the systemic issues that lead to such conditions.

The episode also explores a pilot program that prescribes heating support to vulnerable individuals to improve their health, emphasising the need for holistic solutions that bridge the gap between housing, health, and social care.

Don't miss out on these eye-opening stories and expert insights aimed at uncovering and solving these critical issues.

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🎵 Music: Dynamic
🎤 Rap Lyrics: Hollyhood Tay
🎬 Podcast Produced & Edited by: Val Barrett

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