Tues 12 Jan: Active and Independent Living Improvement Programme Event

When: Tuesday 12^th January 2016, 9.30am-2pm
Where: Renfield St Stephen’s Church, 260 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 4JP

As you may be aware, the Allied Health Professions' National Delivery Plan is currently being renewed, and thus they have been holding a series of consultation events with various professionals and practitioners and other stakeholders. However, they are particularly keen to get more feedback from individuals, as so far, this perspective has not been gathered as fully as might be possible, and they want to ensure that feedback from this group is included going forward.

The event will be similar in style to the National Conversation event, but with a particular focus on the work of Allied Health Professionals (e.g. speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, radiographers, podiatrists, occupational health therapists, etc.) It will be of particular relevance to those who are interested in self management, living longer in their own homes, and being active in the community into later life.

If you would like to give your views on the Active and Independent Living Improvement Programme but cannot attend this event, please complete this survey and we will collate your views.

Thanks for any assistance you can provide in this matter to ensure that the voices of people who are disabled, those living with long-term conditions and unpaid carers are heard and acted upon.

Full details of the event and registration available through Eventbrite or by emailing Benjamin.McElwee@alliance-scotland.org.uk. 

Health Improvement Scotland - Public Partner Opportunity

Healthcare Improvement Scotland is now recruiting volunteers to the role of Public Partner to ensure the experiences and voices of people inform and influence improvements in the quality of care in Scotland.

There are a variety of Public Partner roles involving a range of activities. These include developing, promoting and supporting quality standards and guidelines, encouraging sharing of good practice and spreading improvement, and participating in hospital inspections. Previous experience is not required as training will be provided.

You must live in Scotland to be a Public Partner. For some roles, travel throughout Scotland with occasional overnight stays may be required. While the role of Public Partner is voluntary, expenses will be paid.

For an informal chat about what is involved, please contact: Katy Penman on 0141 225 6892 or send an email to katy.penman@nhs.net

To request an application pack, call 0141 225 6887 or send an email to contactpublicinvolvement.his@nhs.net Closing date: 5pm, 1 February 2016

GP Template Feedback

The Scottish Government and NHS National Services Scotland are currently developing an additional template for new patients registering with GP Practices, in order to capture additional information. The resource is intended to help them identify and deliver the care appropriate to the individual’s assessed needs.

They are looking for individuals who will be able to feedback on the template to assess its suitability for use. 

If you would be interested in assisting with this work, please contact Benjamin McElwee or call 0141 404 0231 for more information.

Participate in BBC One show 'Right on the Money'

Do you look after someone with a disability and really want to save for them? This programme will also look at the extra daily costs that individuals with disabilities face, and that are often not seen by the public.

Denise Lewis and Dominic Littlewood are back looking for people to take part in this unmissable series that aims to find simple ways to save you money. Do you find you’re always short of cash but unsure where all your money goes? Perhaps you’re trying to free up money for a holiday, a new car, or to plan for retirement. Or maybe you’d just benefit from having an expert give your finances an overhaul. Whatever the reason, we’d like to help find solutions, get you the best deals – and free up more of the cash you need.

TV Watch

Carer's Journey 2015 - Healthwatch Essex and Dementia Carer Voices

The Age of Loneliness - Documentary about people from all walks of life talk honestly about their experiences with loneliness, from a 19-year-old student to a 100-year-old woman.

Trust Me, I'm a Doctor - Dr Saleyha Ahsan oversees a world-first experiment to see how we can burn more fat without doing more exercise.

The Truth About Calories - Dr Chris van Tulleken investigates Britain's favourite foods to discover the truth about calories and shows how we can all be healthier by eating smarter.