The Manifesto for Health Creation calls for a renewed focus on prevention, early intervention, and cross-sectoral collaboration to create health and relieve pressure on acute services. As CEO of Befriending Networks, the national network supporting organisations to deliver quality befriending … [Read more...] about Susan’s Blog: What befriending can offer to the health of our nation.

Simba was delighted to exhibit at the Collaboration for Change VHS Annual Conference this year. We are a values led charity and we are at our best when we work in collaboration, supporting each other, celebrating diversity and using collective skills and abilities to achieve a common goal. We … [Read more...] about Simba Charity’s Blog

For this World Stroke Day (29th October) the Stroke Association is focusing on the struggles stroke survivors often face in finding appropriate rehabilitation in recovery. Stroke survivors, their loved ones and carers say they often feel they don’t know where to turn, just when they are at their … [Read more...] about Stroke Association Blog: Rehabilitation front and centre for World Stroke Day

Moving from dialogue to true collaboration can feel like climbing a double helix; it isn't a straight path. Emma Abbott, Communications Manager at Charity Finance Group (CFG), shares the lessons learned from a recent collaboration between the charity sector and some of the UK's biggest … [Read more...] about Emma’s Blog: Less talk, more action…But how?

With attendance at external events slowing down, I’ve found myself wondering: Did the people I spoke to really understand what I meant when I talked about the Third Sector — and the jobs available in it? It’s easy to assume understanding when you’re surrounded by people who “get it.” But outside … [Read more...] about Mairi’s Blog: How do I communicate beyond the Third Sector bubble?  

Innovation is essential in improving health and wellbeing in Scotland. Paula Reid, Transformation Service Manager, discusses Public Health Scotland’s (PHS) approach to innovation and the opportunities for a more collaboration to tackle health inequalities by working with partners across public, … [Read more...] about Paula’s Blog: Innovation at PHS – Turning Ambition into Action for a Healthier Scotland

Work in partnership with Home Energy Scotland At Home Energy Scotland, we offer free advice and support to help make homes warmer, reduce energy bills, and contribute to a greener, more sustainable future. Funded by the Scottish Government and managed by Energy Saving Trust, our primary focus is … [Read more...] about Home Energy Scotland Blog: Working together to reach those who need it most