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Engage Update - 10 March
Consultation on the HSCP's Strategic Plan
A Strategic Plan is a legal requirement for the HSCP's Integration Joint Board (IJB) - but it is also the HSCP's main vehicle for describing and measuring the actions they will take to ensure delivery of the best services for the people of Renfrewshire with the resources available.
Throughout the period of the most recent Strategic Plan, the health and social care sector has faced an extremely challenging financial landscape. This was, and continues to be, due to increasing demand for health and social care services, an ageing population and higher costs across the country.
Therefore, rather than developing a completely new Strategic Plan within such a turbulent period, what follows at the link is a drafted refresh of the current Strategic Plan for a further two years.
A copy of the draft Plan and all information on how to respond to the consultation can be found on the following page: https://www.renfrewshire.hscp.scot/shareyourviews
Applications now open for the Scottish Charity Awards!
Scottish Charity Awards 2025
If your organisation has had a particularly special year, we want to hear all about your achievements and impact!
Whether you’ve secured a campaign victory, responded to a new need in your community, or overcome unusually challenging circumstances - share your story and help us celebrate the brilliant work going on in voluntary organisations of all shapes and sizes across Scotland.
Surf Award Shared Learning Events Open for Bookings
A series of SURF Award Shared Learning Workshops will take place on the 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd May.
At these events attendees will have the opportunity to learn from SURF Award winners and highly commended projects, before opening to a wider policy discussion with national partners.
The 4 workshops are now open for bookings:
- Delivering housing led regeneration projects (01 May, Edinburgh)
- Overcoming barriers to employability (08 May, Glasgow)
- Investing in place-based regeneration (15 May, Glasgow)
- Creativity in regeneration (22 May, Glasgow)
All of the events are listed on the SURF website events page.
Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, a fantastic annual opportunity to raise awareness of bowel cancer, the fourth most common cancer in Scotland.
The earlier bowel cancer is spotted, the more treatable it’s likely to be. In fact, more than 9 in 10 people survive bowel cancer when it is diagnosed at the earliest stage.
Why not get involved this April and help spread the word:
- Join one of our free online awareness talks delivered by a volunteer with a personal experience of bowel cancer. Learn about the symptoms of bowel cancer, risk factors and the NHS bowel screening programme.
- Use our social media toolkit to share important information about bowel cancer. The toolkit includes social media graphics, videos and suggested copy.
- Become a Bowel Cancer Awareness Champion and help us distribute information about the signs and symptoms of bowel cancer in your local community. No long-term commitment required – just a little bit of time and local knowledge.
For more information about bowel cancer and details of how to get involved during Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, visit bowelcanceruk.org.uk/bowel-cancer-awareness-month
The pneumococcal vaccine provides some protection against illnesses such as bronchitis, pneumonia or septicaemia. If you’re eligible, you’ll be contacted with your appointment details. For more information visit nhsinform.scot/pneumococcalvaccine
What is Realistic Medicine?
Realistic Medicine is an approach to healthcare that aims to put the patient at the centre of decisions made about their care. It also aims to reduce harm and waste, whilst acknowledging and managing the risks associated with all healthcare.
The Survey
We would like to ask you some questions about Realistic Medicine and would be grateful if you would take part in a short survey. The survey is voluntary, and your responses will be completely anonymous and confidential.
You can find our survey here: Realistic Medicine: Patient Awareness Survey 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.