Emilie’s Blog – Research into Social Prescribing: What’s the Story So Far?
This blog by Emilie McSwiggan, a PhD student at the University of Edinburgh, outlines findings from a review that aimed to summarise what questions have been addressed in social prescribing research so far.
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 […]
Cecily’s Blog: Health Equity in Action – A New Chapter with VHS
I’m just over a month into my role as Interim Operations and Event Coordinator at Voluntary Health Scotland, and I couldn’t have asked for a more supportive, proactive, and motivating […]
A momentous three weeks for health creation in Scotland
Sarah Latto, VHS Policy and Public Affairs Lead, reflects on her first three weeks in post including the publication of the Population Health Framework and the Service Renewal Framework this […]
Andy’s Blog: Finding Hope on the Pitch – How Street Soccer Scotland is Changing Lives
At Street Soccer Scotland, we believe football is more than just a game—it’s a gateway to hope, healing, and human connection. Every week, we welcome people who’ve been pushed to […]
Roisin’s blog: Why I love being a volunteer befriender
As the Project Manager for the Scottish Community Link Worker Network, I hear regularly from CLWs about the need for more services to address social isolation and loneliness; this is […]
Lauren’s Blog: Ten Years, Thousands of Connections, and One Big Thank You
After more than ten years at Voluntary Health Scotland, it’s time for me to say goodbye. That sentence feels surreal to write. Because VHS hasn’t just been my job—it’s always […]
CLW Team of the Year Winner’s Blog: Stirling and Clackmannanshire
The Stirling and Clackmannanshire Community Link Worker team has been running in its current format for just over 2 years. We have a Lead CLW in each of the two […]
Roisin’s Blog – What Change Do We Want to See by 2035? Reflections from VHS members
By Roisin Hurst, Project Manager of the Scottish Community Link Worker Network. This week, the Scottish Parliament’s Garden Lobby was alive with conversation, hope, and a shared vision for a […]
Dawn’s Blog: My Journey as Scotland’s Community Link Worker of the Year
Today, something truly remarkable happened — I was honoured to be named Community Link Worker of the Year in Scotland. As I stood there, walking stick in hand, it struck […]
