In October 2023 the Chief Executives of VHS and NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) signed a memorandum of agreement, to jointly affirm their intention to build a relationship based on collaborative working that will support the achievement of outcomes of the National Performance Framework and the … [Read more...] about VHS and NSS collaborate for healthy, safer lives
Jennifer’s Blog: 2024-An opportunity for change or just more of the same?
A new year offers an opportunity to reflect on the year just gone and to also look forward to the opportunities and challenges ahead. 2024 will remain a challenging year for many with ongoing cost of living challenges, the fallout of the Covid-19 pandemic, and the impact of years of austerity-led … [Read more...] about Jennifer’s Blog: 2024-An opportunity for change or just more of the same?
Key messages: VHS’s Big Debate
VHS hosted our AGM on 30th November 2023 at The Scottish Storytelling Centre in Edinburgh. It was followed by our Big Debate, with a well-informed panel exploring the topic, 'Shaping the Future of our Health and Healthcare’. A big thanks to publisher John McGill from healthandcare.scot for … [Read more...] about Key messages: VHS’s Big Debate
Scottish Community Link Worker Network newsletter – out now!
Our December newsletter is out now - packed with the usual news and events. We hope you enjoy it and have a wonderful time over the festive period! Read the newsletter here … [Read more...] about Scottish Community Link Worker Network newsletter – out now!
VHS December 2023 e-bulletin
The December VHS e-bulletin is out now. Packed with news, events and updates. We hope you enjoy! Read it here. If you'd like to receive the e:bulletin you can sign up here. … [Read more...] about VHS December 2023 e-bulletin
Christine’s Blog: A seasonal message from New VHS Chair
At this time of year, enter any charity office and you are likely to be knee-deep in parcels and wading through a sea of tinsel. Gifts are constantly being donated – books, toys, bikes, clothes, and perhaps more than ever this year, food and vouchers. You name it and someone, somewhere, is probably … [Read more...] about Christine’s Blog: A seasonal message from New VHS Chair
Research report: Essential Connections: mapping community link workers across Scotland
Voluntary Health Scotland (VHS) is pleased to announce the publication of its report, Essential Connections, which explores the range and scope of community link worker programmes across Scotland. The report is the culmination of eight months of research by the Scottish Community Link Worker … [Read more...] about Research report: Essential Connections: mapping community link workers across Scotland
Scottish Community Link Worker Network – November newsletter out now!
Our latest monthly newsletter is out now, packed full as usual with network news, events and training information. You can read it here . Do get in touch if you want to include anything in our December issue. Happy reading! … [Read more...] about Scottish Community Link Worker Network – November newsletter out now!
Mid-Year Report: Scottish Community Link Worker Network 2023
As part of Voluntary Health Scotland's work on the Scottish Community Link Worker Network, Roisin Hurst, Project Manager for the Network, produces a mid-year report for the Scottish Government’s Primary Care Directorate (which funds the project). The report which covers the period from April to … [Read more...] about Mid-Year Report: Scottish Community Link Worker Network 2023
Annette’s Blog: Fit for Purpose
On the 28th of September the Age Action Group launched their report - Fit for Purpose: Inclusive Housing and Social Care for Older LGBT+ People. Over 30 people from voluntary organisations, local governments, civil servants, and journalists attended the launch of the research report. The launch and … [Read more...] about Annette’s Blog: Fit for Purpose
