Glasgow Seminar: Mental Health and Social Support
IET Glasgow Teacher Building 14 St Enoch Square, Glasgow , Glasgow, United KingdomVoluntary Health Scotland, Support in Mind and The Open University Scotland will jointly host a series of seminars that will focus on mental health and social support. The second seminar in the series will take place in Glasgow on 23rd March from 4.30pm- 7pm. A light buffet and refreshments will be available on arrival. This event is free to […]
VHS @ The Gathering 2017: A national strategy to tackle social isolation and loneliness
SECC Finnieston Quay, Glasgow, United KingdomJoin VHS at our event at the Gathering 2017 on the 23 February at the SECC in Glasgow to discuss a national strategy to tackle social isolation and loneliness. Find out more about the Gathering 2017 and the free events and exhibition for the third sector across Scotland. VHS event: Thursday 23rd February 1.30-2.30 Persistent loneliness causes real damage to people’s […]
VHS @ The Gathering 2017: A national strategy to tackle social isolation and loneliness
SECC Finnieston Quay, Glasgow, United KingdomJoin VHS at our event at the Gathering 2017 on the 23 February at the SECC in Glasgow to discuss a national strategy to tackle social isolation and loneliness. Find out more about the Gathering 2017 and the free events and exhibition for the third sector across Scotland. VHS event: Thursday 23rd February 1.30-2.30 Persistent loneliness causes real damage to people’s […]
Health Inequalities Cross Party Group Meeting
Scottish Parliament Horse Wynd, Edinburgh, United KingdomThe next meeting for the Cross Party Group on Health Inequalities will take place in the Scottish Parliament on Thursday19th January 2017 in Committee Room 6. As proposed by Monica Lennon MSP, at this meeting the Group will consider the built environment and its relationship with health inequalities. VHS will identify speakers to address this topic and […]
Health Inequalities Cross Party Group Meeting
Scottish Parliament Horse Wynd, Edinburgh, United KingdomThe next meeting for the Cross Party Group on Health Inequalities will take place in the Scottish Parliament on Thursday19th January 2017 in Committee Room 6. As proposed by Monica Lennon MSP, at this meeting the Group will consider the built environment and its relationship with health inequalities. VHS will identify speakers to address this topic and […]
Loneliness: A threat to Scotland’s Health
The Roxburghe Hotel 38 Charlotte Square,, EdinburghJoin us at VHS's Annual Conference and AGM, to examine the damage that protracted loneliness causes to both physical and mental health, ask what difference a national strategy can make, and explore a range of third sector interventions making a difference on the ground. We welcome delegates from all sectors and disciplines. Thursday 24th November […]
Loneliness: A threat to Scotland’s Health
The Roxburghe Hotel 38 Charlotte Square,, EdinburghJoin us at VHS's Annual Conference and AGM, to examine the damage that protracted loneliness causes to both physical and mental health, ask what difference a national strategy can make, and explore a range of third sector interventions making a difference on the ground. We welcome delegates from all sectors and disciplines. Thursday 24th November […]
Mental Health and Social Support Seminar- Linking Research and Practice
The Steeple Church: Dundee Nethergate, DundeeVoluntary Health Scotland, Support in Mind and The Open University Scotland will jointly host a series of seminars that will focus on mental health and social support. The first in this series will take place in Dundee on the 2nd of November from 4.30pm- 7pm. A light buffet and refreshments will be available on arrival. This event […]
Mental Health and Social Support Seminar- Linking Research and Practice
The Steeple Church: Dundee Nethergate, DundeeVoluntary Health Scotland, Support in Mind and The Open University Scotland will jointly host a series of seminars that will focus on mental health and social support. The first in this series will take place in Dundee on the 2nd of November from 4.30pm- 7pm. A light buffet and refreshments will be available on arrival. This event […]
Health Inequalities Cross Party Group
Scottish Parliament Horse Wynd, Edinburgh, United KingdomAs Secretariat to the Scottish Parliament Cross Party Group on Health Inequalities we are pleased to announce its first meeting is set for Tuesday 25th October 2016, 5.30-6.30pm in the Scottish Parliament. This is a short business meeting to formally propose that the Group is registered for the Scottish Parliamentary Session 5 (May 2016 to […]
Health Inequalities Cross Party Group
Scottish Parliament Horse Wynd, Edinburgh, United KingdomAs Secretariat to the Scottish Parliament Cross Party Group on Health Inequalities we are pleased to announce its first meeting is set for Tuesday 25th October 2016, 5.30-6.30pm in the Scottish Parliament. This is a short business meeting to formally propose that the Group is registered for the Scottish Parliamentary Session 5 (May 2016 to […]
Spokes Public Meeting – Cycling and Health
St Augustine United Church George IV Bridge, EdinburghGetting about by bike is great for you!! Middle-aged people who cycle regularly typically enjoy the fitness level of someone 10 years younger, and gain two years in life expectancy. And it’s great for society, reducing pressures on the NHS, on our worsening climate and on our fragile environment. But what of the dangers that […]
Spokes Public Meeting – Cycling and Health
St Augustine United Church George IV Bridge, EdinburghGetting about by bike is great for you!! Middle-aged people who cycle regularly typically enjoy the fitness level of someone 10 years younger, and gain two years in life expectancy. And it’s great for society, reducing pressures on the NHS, on our worsening climate and on our fragile environment. But what of the dangers that […]
Understanding the Gap: How research can help us address health inequalities in Scotland
Stirling Court Hotel | Stirling University University Road West, Bridge Of Allan, Stirling, United KingdomIn partnership with The Open University A one day conference to explore what the latest research tells us about health inequalities, including the causes, the lived reality and some potential solutions. The focus will be on exchanging knowledge and building understanding about the role research plays in closing the health inequalities gap. It will provide a platform to discuss […]
Understanding the Gap: How research can help us address health inequalities in Scotland
Stirling Court Hotel | Stirling University University Road West, Bridge Of Allan, Stirling, United KingdomIn partnership with The Open University A one day conference to explore what the latest research tells us about health inequalities, including the causes, the lived reality and some potential solutions. The focus will be on exchanging knowledge and building understanding about the role research plays in closing the health inequalities gap. It will provide a platform to discuss […]
Health and Social Care Leadership – leading your organisation toward the 2020 Vision
Brodies LLP 110 Queen Street, Glasgow, United KingdomOne day conference with 20% discount for VHS members. Audit Scotland open the event, exploring the key issues raised in their recent reports on Health and Social Care. The event brings together leaders and senior managers from across the sector to discuss the changing models of health and social care; the key pressures facing those who […]
Health and Social Care Leadership – leading your organisation toward the 2020 Vision
Brodies LLP 110 Queen Street, Glasgow, United KingdomOne day conference with 20% discount for VHS members. Audit Scotland open the event, exploring the key issues raised in their recent reports on Health and Social Care. The event brings together leaders and senior managers from across the sector to discuss the changing models of health and social care; the key pressures facing those who […]
Health charity leaders in conversation with Pennie Taylor
The Place Hotel 34-38 York Place, Edinburgh, United KingdomA post-election agenda for health Wednesday 25th May 8.30 am -10.30am The Place Hotel, 34-38 York Place, Edinburgh Join VHS for an informal and lively discussion over breakfast, animated by award-winning journalist and broadcaster Pennie Taylor. After the dust has settled on the Scottish Elections, this is a timely opportunity to take stock, consider the […]
Health charity leaders in conversation with Pennie Taylor
The Place Hotel 34-38 York Place, Edinburgh, United KingdomA post-election agenda for health Wednesday 25th May 8.30 am -10.30am The Place Hotel, 34-38 York Place, Edinburgh Join VHS for an informal and lively discussion over breakfast, animated by award-winning journalist and broadcaster Pennie Taylor. After the dust has settled on the Scottish Elections, this is a timely opportunity to take stock, consider the […]
Nationals Engagement Day – LOOPs Hospital Discharge Support Project
Edinburgh City Chamber 253 HIGH STREET, EDINBURGHAs part of the work of the Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership and working in close coordination with NHS Lothian and City of Edinburgh Council’s Health and Social Care Department, EVOC has secured funding through the Integrated Care fund to deliver the LOOPs Hospital Discharge Support Programme. EVOC believe that this work will be a […]
Nationals Engagement Day – LOOPs Hospital Discharge Support Project
Edinburgh City Chamber 253 HIGH STREET, EDINBURGHAs part of the work of the Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership and working in close coordination with NHS Lothian and City of Edinburgh Council’s Health and Social Care Department, EVOC has secured funding through the Integrated Care fund to deliver the LOOPs Hospital Discharge Support Programme. EVOC believe that this work will be a […]
HIV in Scotland Election Hustings
City of Edinburgh Methodist Church 25 Nicholson Square, Edinburgh, United KingdomHIV Scotland is hosting a hustings event featuring a panel with representatives of the five main Scottish parties The evening is a chance to hear from political representatives and the policies they would adopt to ensure Scotland becomes a global leader in curbing future transmissions of HIV, as well as taking action on wider sexual […]
HIV in Scotland Election Hustings
City of Edinburgh Methodist Church 25 Nicholson Square, Edinburgh, United KingdomHIV Scotland is hosting a hustings event featuring a panel with representatives of the five main Scottish parties The evening is a chance to hear from political representatives and the policies they would adopt to ensure Scotland becomes a global leader in curbing future transmissions of HIV, as well as taking action on wider sexual […]
Living and Learning Resource Launch Event
Scottish Storytelling Centre 43-45 High Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomMost people know at least one person affected by M.E. (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, also diagnosed as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome). The condition is more common than multiple sclerosis or parkinson’s disease, and can be equally disabling. Yet M.E. remains poorly understood. In the absence of treatment options or specialist support, people with M.E. and those who care […]
Living and Learning Resource Launch Event
Scottish Storytelling Centre 43-45 High Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomMost people know at least one person affected by M.E. (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, also diagnosed as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome). The condition is more common than multiple sclerosis or parkinson’s disease, and can be equally disabling. Yet M.E. remains poorly understood. In the absence of treatment options or specialist support, people with M.E. and those who care […]
Review of Public Health Third Sector Sounding Board
City of Edinburgh Methodist Church 25 Nicholson Square, Edinburgh, United KingdomA VHS Sounding Board to explore the 2015 Review of Public Health and consider its implications for the third sector. An open invitation to any voluntary health or other third sector organisation that considers public health to be 'core business'. On 11th February 2016 the Scottish Government published the 2015 Review of Public Health. Commissioned by Scottish Ministers in November 2014, […]
Review of Public Health Third Sector Sounding Board
City of Edinburgh Methodist Church 25 Nicholson Square, Edinburgh, United KingdomA VHS Sounding Board to explore the 2015 Review of Public Health and consider its implications for the third sector. An open invitation to any voluntary health or other third sector organisation that considers public health to be 'core business'. On 11th February 2016 the Scottish Government published the 2015 Review of Public Health. Commissioned by Scottish Ministers in November 2014, […]
Marie Curie & CHAS Joint Breakfast Hustings
Macdonald Holyrood Hotel 81 Holyrood Road , Edinburgh, United KingdomAhead of the Scottish Parliament elections in May, Marie Curie and Children’s Hospice Association Scotland (CHAS) are jointly holding a breakfast hustings on 23 March 2016, 8-10am at the MacDonald Holyrood Hotel. Polling shows that health is often the most important issue for voters. In this vital year of health and social care integration, we […]
Marie Curie & CHAS Joint Breakfast Hustings
Macdonald Holyrood Hotel 81 Holyrood Road , Edinburgh, United KingdomAhead of the Scottish Parliament elections in May, Marie Curie and Children’s Hospice Association Scotland (CHAS) are jointly holding a breakfast hustings on 23 March 2016, 8-10am at the MacDonald Holyrood Hotel. Polling shows that health is often the most important issue for voters. In this vital year of health and social care integration, we […]
Falkirk Funders Fayre 2016
Bowhouse Community Centre 130 Bowhouse Road , GrangemouthFinding new sources of funding is crucial to the third sector. CVS Falkirk and Falkirk Council are pleased to announce that they are hosting another FREE Funders Fayre event on Tuesday 8th March 2016 at the Bowhouse Community Centre, Grangemouth. The Funders Fayre returns after the success of last year’s event, which attracted more than […]
Falkirk Funders Fayre 2016
Bowhouse Community Centre 130 Bowhouse Road , GrangemouthFinding new sources of funding is crucial to the third sector. CVS Falkirk and Falkirk Council are pleased to announce that they are hosting another FREE Funders Fayre event on Tuesday 8th March 2016 at the Bowhouse Community Centre, Grangemouth. The Funders Fayre returns after the success of last year’s event, which attracted more than […]
British Heart Foundation Scotland open interviews: Jenny Marra MSP
Royal Society of Edinburgh 22-26 George St, Edinburgh, United KingdomWith Health promising to be one of the key battlegrounds ahead of May’s Scottish Parliament elections, British Heart Foundation Scotland would like to invite you to attend a series of open interviews Holyrood magazine will be hosting with the health leads for the SNP, Scottish Labour and Scottish Conservatives. Ahead of the publication of our […]
British Heart Foundation Scotland open interviews: Jenny Marra MSP
Royal Society of Edinburgh 22-26 George St, Edinburgh, United KingdomWith Health promising to be one of the key battlegrounds ahead of May’s Scottish Parliament elections, British Heart Foundation Scotland would like to invite you to attend a series of open interviews Holyrood magazine will be hosting with the health leads for the SNP, Scottish Labour and Scottish Conservatives. Ahead of the publication of our […]
Tackling inequality through breaking the link between smoking and poverty
ASH Scotland Board Room 8 Frederick Street, Edinburgh , United KingdomWhat can be done to help reduce the burden of tobacco on our low income communities? The Scottish Tobacco-free Alliance (STA) invites you to an afternoon seminar on Monday 29th of February in order to examine this important sticking point to delivering reduced health inequality. As you will know, smoking rates in the most deprived […]
Tackling inequality through breaking the link between smoking and poverty
ASH Scotland Board Room 8 Frederick Street, Edinburgh , United KingdomWhat can be done to help reduce the burden of tobacco on our low income communities? The Scottish Tobacco-free Alliance (STA) invites you to an afternoon seminar on Monday 29th of February in order to examine this important sticking point to delivering reduced health inequality. As you will know, smoking rates in the most deprived […]
Living in the Gap: Health Inequalities presentation in partnership with CVS Inverclyde
Voluntary Health Scotland in partnership with CVS Inverclyde Living in the Gap: Health Inequalities in Scotland – a discussion as part of the Adult Health Network meeting CVS Inverclyde 29 February 2016 10am – 12 mid-day Venue: CVS Inverclyde Voluntary Health Scotland will present the results of Living in the Gap - a voluntary health sector […]
Living in the Gap: Health Inequalities presentation in partnership with CVS Inverclyde
Voluntary Health Scotland in partnership with CVS Inverclyde Living in the Gap: Health Inequalities in Scotland – a discussion as part of the Adult Health Network meeting CVS Inverclyde 29 February 2016 10am – 12 mid-day Venue: CVS Inverclyde Voluntary Health Scotland will present the results of Living in the Gap - a voluntary health sector […]
Scottish Parliament Cross Party Group on Health Inequalities
Scottish Parliament Horse Wynd, Edinburgh, United KingdomThe next meeting to take place on: Thursday 25th February at 12.30-14:15 in the Scottish Parliament. The subject will be Spotlight on Research. If you have any suggestions for speakers or topics please get in touch. If you would like to attend this meeting, please get in touch with Lauren Blair. Agenda CPG Health Inequalities 25 Feb 16 […]
Scottish Parliament Cross Party Group on Health Inequalities
Scottish Parliament Horse Wynd, Edinburgh, United KingdomThe next meeting to take place on: Thursday 25th February at 12.30-14:15 in the Scottish Parliament. The subject will be Spotlight on Research. If you have any suggestions for speakers or topics please get in touch. If you would like to attend this meeting, please get in touch with Lauren Blair. Agenda CPG Health Inequalities 25 Feb 16 […]
