Heterogeneity within the ethnic minority populations – implications for healthcare planning
Heterogeneity within the ethnic minority populations – implications for healthcare planning REACH Community Health Project is hosting a discussion (supported by CHEX and VHS) on the changes in the demography […]
Safe Space – creative fundraising supported by patron Iain Banks
In this climate of funding cuts, closures, rising costs and concerns about the future Safe Space Dunfermline, who offer support services to survivors of sexual abuse, have embarked on their […]
Leading for Children and Young People’s Health – an Equal Partners event
Wednesday 15th May 2013, 10.00 am to 2.00 pm The Engine Shed, 19 St Leonard’s Lane Edinburgh EH8 9SH This Equal Partners event is a co-production by Voluntary Health Scotland, […]
Improving Engagement between Health and the Third Sector
CEO NHS Scotland Derek Feeley champions third sector role in health. Launch of new Engagement Matrix tool to support third sector and health to improve engagement. Voluntary Health Scotland and […]
Holyrood Magazine highlights VHS
Holyrood Magazine has published an interview with Voluntary Health Scotland’s Chief Officer, Claire Stevens. The article highlights VHS’s role as a bridge between its members and policy makers, highlighting the […]
Improving Engagement between Health and the Third Sector
The work of three short-life action groups set up by the Scottish Government’s Quality Alliance Board is nearing its conclusion.
Better Breaks for disabled children fund opens
Funded by the Scottish Government and delivered by Shared Care Scotland £1.2million is now available to voluntary organisations to develop additional, responsive and creative short break opportunities for disabled children, young adults and their families.
Community Grants for small organisations and groups
Voluntary Action Fund’s Community Grant programme provides grants of up to £1,000 and free training to voluntary and community groups with an annual income under £25,000. Groups can apply for […]
Spotlight on Eczema Outreach Scotland
Voluntary Health Scotland welcomes our newest member, Eczema Outreach Scotland. Magali Speight, whose daughter suffered from severe eczema, founded this small charity after struggling to find local practical and emotional […]
Alzheimer Scotland wins Charity of the Year award
Alzheimer Scotland is delighted to have won the Charity of the Year award at SCVO’s Scottish Charity Awards 2012, held in Glasgow’s Old Fruitmarket last night (14 June). The award […]
