On 30th September we submitted our response to the National Records of Scotland consultation regarding the 2031 Census. At VHS, we regularly hear from our members that they are unable to access the data they need to support their work. Often, data is not available to reflect the health needs of … [Read more...] about VHS Consultation Response: Scotland’s Census 2031
Joint Statement on Prevention
A partnership of third and community organisations, including Voluntary Health Scotland, have come together to set out the urgent action required to achieve the prevention-centred system needed to tackle Scotland's growing health inequalities crisis. Published jointly by Edinburgh Community Health … [Read more...] about Joint Statement on Prevention
Scottish Community Link Worker Network Newsletter – September Edition Out Now!
Our Network September newsletter is out now with all the usual round up of news, training, events and resources that will be of interest to our Network's CLWs. Happy reading! Read the Newsletter here. … [Read more...] about Scottish Community Link Worker Network Newsletter – September Edition Out Now!
Edinburgh Community Link Worker Network launches 2024-25 Report
The Edinburgh Community Link Worker Service launched its annual report for 2024-25 at a recent event in Edinburgh. Alison Leitch, Assistant Service Manager, commented: It was a powerful reminder of the incredible impact the service continues to have — even in the face of increasing funding … [Read more...] about Edinburgh Community Link Worker Network launches 2024-25 Report
SCLWN: Knowledge Exchange
***Please note that this event is for Primary Care Community Link Workers and Programme Leads.*** Our next SCLWN Knowledge Exchange will feature presentations from researchers from the Universities of Edinburgh and Glasgow who are part of the Living with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) … [Read more...] about SCLWN: Knowledge Exchange
SCLWN: Gaming and Gambling Harm Prevention Training
***This event is aimed specifically at Community Link Workers who are working directly within a primary care setting in Scotland. Managers/Programme Leads for Community Link Workers are also welcome to attend.*** Following a successful training event in June, The Scottish Community Link Worker … [Read more...] about SCLWN: Gaming and Gambling Harm Prevention Training
Key Messages: SCLWN and Macmillan ICJ Networking Event
Thanks to everyone who joined our event on 9 September to share learning and good practice across both the Scottish Community Link Worker and the Improving the Cancer Journey Networks. We have shared the presentations and key messages in the links below: Key Messages Scottish Government … [Read more...] about Key Messages: SCLWN and Macmillan ICJ Networking Event
VHS Consultation Event: Chronic Pain
The Scottish Government have opened a consultation looking at their Quality Prescribing for Chronic Pain guide for improvement 2026-2029. One of the areas they would like views on is non-pharmacological approaches, including social prescribing. Chronic pain, defined as persistent pain lasting … [Read more...] about VHS Consultation Event: Chronic Pain
Key Messages: SCLWN Knowledge Exchange September 2025
We were delighted to welcome speakers from The Baby Loss Collaborative and Versus Arthritis to our latest Knowledge Exchange where they were able to engage in some Q&A and discussions with Community Link Workers from across the Network. You can read the key messages and download the … [Read more...] about Key Messages: SCLWN Knowledge Exchange September 2025
Laura’s Blog: Putting accessibility at the centre of eye health and care
When we think about accessibility in health and social care, physical adjustments like ramps or braille signage might come to mind. But true accessibility runs much deeper - it’s about how services are designed, how information is shared, how technology is used, and ultimately, how people feel when … [Read more...] about Laura’s Blog: Putting accessibility at the centre of eye health and care
