The ALLIANCE’s Policy team review activities in 2020
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Human Rights, Policy, Social Security
Published: 14/01/2021
The team worked with members and partners to influence policy on an array of issues related to COVID-19 and more.
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People at the Centre: ALLIANCE Digital Gathering
Area of Work: ALLIANCE, ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 13/01/2021
The ALLIANCE is delighted to announce a new fixture in our events calendar for 2021 – People at the Centre: ALLIANCE Digital Gathering.
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Care workers’ pandemic experiences highlight the need for sector change
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 22/12/2020
Scotland’s care sector needs a cultural overhaul to improve the quality of work and care, according to interviews with front-line workers.
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COVID-19’s impact on wellbeing in Scotland analysed
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 21/12/2020
Analysis by the Scottish Government shows the negative effects of the pandemic have been borne unequally and will have long lasting impact.
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Left Out and Locked Down: Scotland in Lockdown study published
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 18/12/2020
The research explored experiences and impacts of lockdown; service access and provision; information sources; and trust and accessibility.
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The Scottish Government publish a report on staff experience of COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 08/12/2020
The national report provides information and analysis of staff experience in health and social care during the initial COVID-19 period.
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Survey shows impact of COVID-19 on pharmacists’ mental health and wellbeing
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 01/12/2020
New report published demonstrates the impact of COVID-19 and workplace pressures on pharmacists.
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New research project: Coronavirus and people with learning disabilities
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Learning difficulty/disability
Published: 26/11/2020
Take part in a UK Wide Research Project with SCLD and the University of Glasgow on COVID-19 and people with learning disabilities.
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COVID-19: Contact tracing explained
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 23/11/2020
NHS National Services Scotland and Public Health Scotland explain what to expect when a COVID-19 contact tracer calls.
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Committee report highlights impact of COVID-19 on home care
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 12/11/2020
The report from the Scottish Parliament's Health and Sport Committee found 54% of survey respondents had their care reduced or stopped.
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Adult social care winter preparedness plan published
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Policy
Published: 04/11/2020
The Scottish Government plan includes continued prioritisation of the Home First approach to care, and increased funding for care providers.
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COVID-19 PPE Plan
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 30/10/2020
A new COVID-19 PPE Plan has been developed by the Scottish Government, to ensure PPE remains available to those who need it.
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Launch of face covering exemption card scheme
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 29/10/2020
A new scheme to provide physical and digital exemption cards to people unable to wear face coverings has been launched.
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NHS Winter Preparedness Plan 2020-21 launched
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 29/10/2020
The NHS Winter Preparedness Plan includes funding to support health and social care keyworkers and increasing seasonal flu vaccination.
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COVID-19 discharge to care homes report published
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 29/10/2020
Public Health Scotland did not find statistically significant correspondence with outbreaks.
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Crohn’s & Colitis UK – Life in Lockdown survey results
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Membership
Published: 29/10/2020
The survey gave an insight into how people feel IBD services have been impacted by the pandemic.
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Scottish Government COVID-19 Strategic Framework published
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 27/10/2020
The Strategic Framework introduces a five-tier strategic approach to suppress Coronavirus and support recovery.
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ALLIANCE responds to call for ideas by the Social Renewal Advisory Board
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Human Rights
Published: 26/10/2020
We propose incorporating international human rights law into Scots law, and taking a human rights based approach to budgeting.
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Sensory guidance for COVID-19 lockdown
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Sensory Impairment
Published: 20/10/2020
New cross-sector guidance to support people living with sensory loss during the COVID-19 lockdown has been published.
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Scottish Government COVID-19 mental health plan published
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Mental Health
Published: 09/10/2020
The 'Coronavirus (COVID-19): mental health-transition and recovery plan' sets out its response to the mental health impacts of the pandemic.
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Report highlights impact of COVID-19 on people’s rights in social care
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Human Rights
Published: 06/10/2020
The Scottish Human Rights Commission reports it is is "deeply concerned" about the future social care support available to people.
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National consultation on future arrangements for early medical abortion at home
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Gender
Published: 30/09/2020
The Scottish Government consultation deadline is 5 January 2021.
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Findings from Near Me public engagement published
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Discover Digital, Tools and Materials
Published: 30/09/2020
The ALLIANCE has developed a briefing paper which summarises the key findings from the engagement report.
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Additional £1.1bn for health and social care in Scotland
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Integration Support, Policy, Self-directed Support/Social Care
Published: 29/09/2020
This new funding from the Scottish Government is to support the COVID-19 pandemic response and winter preparations.
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What needs to change to build a fairer Scotland?
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 29/09/2020
The Scottish Government's Social Renewal Advisory Board wants to hear ideas from organisations, groups and communities.
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Important learning from social care’s response to COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Policy, Self-directed Support/Social Care
Published: 29/09/2020
A new report from the Care Inspectorate explores care at home and housing support services during the pandemic.
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Taking a human rights approach to recovery from COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Human Rights, Policy
Published: 23/09/2020
Public Health Scotland guidance to prevent negative impacts on health for the most marginalised people in our communities.
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COVID-19 Trusted Attribute Exchange
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Get Involved
Published: 17/09/2020
The Digital Health and Care Institute would like to interview people for a research project about accessing services relevant to COVID-19.
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Protect Scotland app launched
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Discover Digital, Tools and Materials
Published: 15/09/2020
The free mobile phone app has been designed to help people protect each other, reduce the spread of coronavirus and avoid further lockdowns.
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How has your organisation experienced lockdown?
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 15/09/2020
Glasgow University study would like to hear from organisations on their experiences of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Final day of the ALLIANCE Annual Conference 2020
Area of Work: ALLIANCE, ALLIANCE Live, Carer Voices, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Integration Support, Mental Health
Published: 14/09/2020
Catch up on all the activity from the ALLIANCE's first online and week-long conference, 7 - 11 September 2020.
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New GMC guidance on complaints about doctors during COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 14/09/2020
The General Medical Council guidance considers concerns about doctors’ practice during the pandemic.
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Day four – News digest of the ALLIANCE Annual Conference
Area of Work: ALISS, ALLIANCE, ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Membership, Mental Health, Self Management
Published: 10/09/2020
Here's what happened on the penultimate day of the ALLIANCE's first online and week-long conference.
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Day three – News digest of the ALLIANCE Annual Conference
Area of Work: ALLIANCE, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Good Food Nation, National Links Worker Programme, Self Management, Self-directed Support/Social Care
Published: 09/09/2020
Catch up on activity from day three of the ALLIANCE's first online and week-long conference.
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Day two – News digest of the ALLIANCE Annual Conference
Area of Work: ALLIANCE, Carer Voices, Coronavirus (COVID-19), House of Care, Scotland Reducing Gambling Harm, Self-directed Support/Social Care
Published: 08/09/2020
Catch up on activity from day two of the ALLIANCE's first online and week-long conference.
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Day one – News digest of the ALLIANCE Annual Conference
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Human Rights, Humans of Scotland
Published: 07/09/2020
Here's what happened on day one of the ALLIANCE's first online and week-long conference.
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Urgent action needed to stop COVID-19 creating a stroke care crisis in Scotland
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 07/09/2020
Scotland's largest stroke care charity has called on the Scottish Government to set out a long-term package of support.
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Autistic people left “stranded” during pandemic
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 07/09/2020
National Autistic Society report highlights that many people have been left without the support and information they need to get by.
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Cabinet Secretary – Common purpose is key to us emerging from COVID-19 pandemic stronger
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Human Rights, Mental Health, Policy, Tayside Mental Health Services Inquiry
Published: 07/09/2020
Jeane Freeman MSP has answered ALLIANCE members’ questions on health and social care during and beyond COVID-19.
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Call for views to the Scottish Parliament COVID-19 committee
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 02/09/2020
The Scottish Parliament would like to hear your views on two regulations related to the Coronavirus (Scotland) Act 2020 by 3 September 2020.
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Community in Action – a call for stories
Area of Work: Community in Action, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 25/08/2020
Sharing learning, future visions and challenges facing health and social care organisations across Scotland.
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Digital first but not digital only: “The emphasis is always on the right approach, or the right tool, for the person”
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Discover Digital
Published: 20/08/2020
In this ALLIANCE live video and podcast, Jonathan Cameron talks about the latest Digital Health and Care developments in light of COVID-19.
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COVID-19 rehabilitation framework published
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 13/08/2020
The Scottish Government has developed a framework for how recovery and rehabilitation services will support people affected by the pandemic.
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Opportunity to submit a question to the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Sport
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Policy
Published: 08/08/2020
Send in your questions for our ALLIANCE annual conference interview with Jeane Freeman MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Health and Sport.
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ALLIANCE Live interview with the Chief Executive of NHS 24
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 06/08/2020
Find out how you can watch our latest ALLIANCE Live interview in conversation with Angiolina Foster, Chief Executive of NHS 24.
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Equalities impacts of key COVID-19 guidance outlined
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 30/07/2020
The Scottish Government has considered the equalities impact of key frameworks which guide decision making around Coronavirus care.
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ALLIANCE Live round up 23-29 July
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 29/07/2020
Our latest ALLIANCE Live interview sheds light on the experience of COVID-19 for GPs and the use of instruments in creating calmness.
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Scotland in Lockdown study recruiting participants
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 27/07/2020
Glasgow University study to explore how lockdown impacts on groups already experiencing isolation or societal exclusion.
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Share your views about COVID-19 and women’s health services
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Gender
Published: 24/07/2020
The survey from the Scottish Parliament's Cross Party Group on Women's Health is open until 7 August 2020.
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Transition plans are needed to help autistic children return to school following lockdown
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Getting to know Getting It Right For Every Child (GIRFEC)
Published: 22/07/2020
National Autistic Society Scotland is calling on schools to provide all autistic children with a personalised transition plan.
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Research reveals carers experiences of using Self-directed Support during lockdown
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Self-directed Support/Social Care
Published: 22/07/2020
The Coalition of Carers in Scotland study found that most carers were unable to use SDS in a more flexible way during this period.
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ALLIANCE welcomes proposals for a social care staff support fund
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Policy, Self-directed Support/Social Care
Published: 21/07/2020
Draft legislation being considered by the COVID-19 Committee would help staff if they are ill with Coronavirus or are self-isolating.
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Guidance to support the phased renewal of youth work services
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Getting to know Getting It Right For Every Child (GIRFEC)
Published: 17/07/2020
The youth work sector has now been given the go-ahead to return to some face-to-face delivery outdoors.
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Maternal and parental rights during COVID-19
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Gender, Health and Social Care Academy, Human Rights
Published: 17/07/2020
"There’s still a very stubborn resistance to looking at how we can better balance work and childcare."
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Participate in research around mental wellbeing during COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 15/07/2020
The Mental Health Foundation is carrying out a study on COPD and mental wellbeing during the COVID-19.
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Research reveals concerning impact of COVID-19 pandemic on young carers
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 15/07/2020
A Carers Trust Scotland survey has highlighted that 68% of young adult carers in Scotland say their mental health is worse since COVID-19.
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ALLIANCE Live interview with Linda Jardine, Director of Children & Family Services at Children 1st
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 10/07/2020
Find out how children and families have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Shielding during the COVID-19 pandemic
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 09/07/2020
"Shielders are still two or three steps behind and we just seem to be be very much the forgotten people".
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Considerations for adult social care during and after COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 08/07/2020
The ALLIANCE has submitted a response to the IJB Executive Group on adult social care and future planning after COVID-19.
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ALLIANCE Live round up 2 – 8 July
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 08/07/2020
In the last week, we've spoken to Scotland's Chief Medical Officer, newly qualified nurses on the frontline and people currently shielding.
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Scottish Care launches Collective Care Futures programme
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 07/07/2020
The ‘Collective Care Futures’ programme supports reflection and learning from COVID-19 across care homes and care at home contexts.
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People with COPD sought for COVID-19 research project
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Membership, Policy
Published: 03/07/2020
The Mental Health Foundation and the University of Strathclyde would like to hear from people over the age of 18 and living in Scotland.
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Minister hears from autistic people on their experiences of lockdown
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 02/07/2020
Clare Haughey MSP joined an online social group organised by National Autistic Society Scotland to hear about COVID-19's impact.
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Scotland’s Chief Medical Officer joins ALLIANCE Live to discuss COVID-19
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 01/07/2020
Find out how you can catch up with Dr Gregor Smith’s interview.
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ALLIANCE Live round up 25 June – 1 July
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 01/07/2020
We interviewed GPs about the Near Me platform, spoke to experts about supported employment and shared a physiotherapy class.
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Social care and COVID-19 emergency powers
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Self-directed Support/Social Care
Published: 01/07/2020
The ALLIANCE has published a briefing paper on social care and the use of emergency powers during COVID-19.
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Accessible COVID-19 Test and Protect information
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 30/06/2020
COVID-19 Test and Protect service information now available in accessible formats and different languages.
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“From nothing to a service potentially supporting a 180,000 people”
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 29/06/2020
In our latest ALLIANCE Live, Blythe Robertson (General Manager Policy and Partnerships, NDS) discusses the COVID-19 SMS shielding service.
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Report reveals lockdown impact on people living with Cerebral Palsy
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 26/06/2020
54% of respondents to a Cerebral Palsy Scotland survey reported that restrictions were impacting negatively on their mental health.
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COVID-19 and Social Enterprise in Scotland
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 25/06/2020
Chief Executive of Social Enterprise Scotland discusses how the sector has faired during the pandemic and how it can respond.
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ALLIANCE Live round up 18 – 24 June
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 24/06/2020
In the last week, ALLIANCE Live released interviews on social care, disabled people's experiences and Community Links Practitioners.
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Social care in the third sector and looking to the future
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Health and Social Care Academy
Published: 23/06/2020
The latest ALLIANCE Live podcast hears from Annie Gunner Logan, the Director of the Coalition of Care and Support Provider's in Scotland.
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Disabled people’s experiences of physical distancing during COVID-19
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 22/06/2020
The latest ALLIANCE Live podcast hears from Morven Brooks, Disability Equality Scotland, on the results of their latest survey.
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Leading health and care charities urge First Minister to help safeguard future of the sector
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 19/06/2020
Over 30 organisations have signed a joint letter to the Scottish Government to highlight the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Life in Lockdown with MS
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 18/06/2020
A newly published report outlines people's lived experience of living with MS during the COVID-19 lockdown.
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ALLIANCE Live round up 11 -17 June
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 17/06/2020
This week we had podcasts talking about the impact of music on people with dementia, palliative care and webinars on digital health tools.
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Reopening social care day services during COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 16/06/2020
The ALLIANCE has responded to the Scottish Government and COSLA's call for comment on plans to begin reopening day services.
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Next steps for people who are shielding
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 16/06/2020
The ALLIANCE has responded to the Scottish Government's call for comment on plans to change shielding arrangements.
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Submit your questions to RCN newly qualified nurses
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Carer Voices, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 15/06/2020
Send us your questions by 19 June for an ALLIANCE Live interview that will be released in late June on the voice of newly qualified nurses.
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COVID-19 Test and Protect
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 12/06/2020
The NHS Scotland Test and Protect service has been introduced to control the spread of coronavirus as lockdown measures are eased.
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Stroke and COVID-19 survey
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 11/06/2020
People who have had a stroke, and their loved ones, may be facing additional challenges due to the COVID-19.
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ALLIANCE Live with Scotland’s National Clinical Director for Carers Week 2020
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Carer Voices, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 09/06/2020
For Carers Week, the ALLIANCE partnered with Scotland’s National Carer Organisations for a Q&A session with Professor Jason Leitch.
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Young Scot’s dedicated young carer platform
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Getting to know Getting It Right For Every Child (GIRFEC)
Published: 08/06/2020
The Scottish Government has been working with Young Scot for the past 3 years to develop a dedicated platform for young carers.
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Families, poverty and COVID-19
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 08/06/2020
An ALLIANCE Live interview with Aberlour (Scotland's Children's Charity).
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Disabled people experience hate crime during COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Human Rights, Membership
Published: 04/06/2020
A weekly poll by ALLIANCE member, Disability Equality Scotland, has uncovered some serious and troubling experiences.
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COVID-19 Shielding impact and experience survey – Scotland
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 04/06/2020
Public Health Scotland's survey will gather the views and experiences of people who are shielding in Scotland for the Scottish Government.
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Scottish Government outlines next steps for NHS Scotland
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 03/06/2020
A framework has been published setting out the approach to re-mobilising services in response to COVID-19 disruption.
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ALLIANCE Live round up 28 May – 3 June
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 03/06/2020
This week ALLIANCE Live covered GP Practice Nursing and COVID-19, using technology to reduce isolation and loneliness during lockdown.
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COVID-19, public finances and human rights
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Health and Social Care Academy, Human Rights, Policy
Published: 29/05/2020
The ALLIANCE and the Scottish Human Rights Commission have submitted a joint response to the Finance Committee.
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Opportunity to submit your questions to Linda Jardine
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Getting to know Getting It Right For Every Child (GIRFEC)
Published: 29/05/2020
An ALLIANCE Live interview with Director of Children and Family Services at Children 1st, Linda Jardine.
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Independent Age Grant Fund open
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 29/05/2020
New funding to help smaller organisations across the UK support older people most affected by COVID-19.
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ALLIANCE Live weekly round up 21 – 27 May
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 27/05/2020
In the last week, we released interviews on intersectionality and COVID-19, student carers and education and the importance of mindfulness.
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Intersectionality and COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Health and Social Care Academy
Published: 27/05/2020
An ALLIANCE Live interview with Anuj Kapilashrami, PhD, Queen Mary University of London.
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Chief Social Work Adviser provides advice on coronavirus testing
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Getting to know Getting It Right For Every Child (GIRFEC)
Published: 21/05/2020
New information on COVID-19 testing for children being moved between or to new care placements
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ALLIANCE Live weekly round up 14 – 20 May
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 20/05/2020
In the last week we released interviews covering the third sector response to COVID-19, digital self management and inclusive communication.
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Refining or reducing lockdown arrangements during COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Gender, Human Rights
Published: 20/05/2020
The ALLIANCE has responded to the COVID-19 Committee's call for views on changing lockdown arrangements.
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‘Equalities impact of COVID-19 must be assessed’
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 19/05/2020
The ALLIANCE has responded to the Equalities and Human Rights Committee's call for views on the coronavirus pandemic.
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ALLIANCE Live interview with Head of the Third Sector Unit at Scottish Government
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 19/05/2020
Calum Irving addressed ALLIANCE members' questions on support for the third sector in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance on self-directed support
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Self-directed Support/Social Care
Published: 19/05/2020
Joint Scottish Government and COSLA guidance on self-directed support options 1 and 2.
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See Me, COVID-19 and kindness
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Human Rights, Tools and Materials
Published: 19/05/2020
An ALLIANCE Live conversation with Wendy Halliday of See Me, as part of Mental Health Awareness Week.
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The ALLIANCE’s response to the Education and Skills Committee COVID-19 inquiry
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Getting to know Getting It Right For Every Child (GIRFEC), Policy
Published: 15/05/2020
The ALLIANCE's response to an inquiry on vulnerable children in the Coronavirus pandemic by the Education and Skills Committee.
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COVID-19 and communication for people living with sensory loss
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Sensory Impairment
Published: 15/05/2020
Information and guidance for front line staff on accessible communication.
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Carer Voices launches ‘Message in a Bottle’ campaign
Area of Work: Carer Voices, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 15/05/2020
Take part in the Carer Voices ‘Message in a bottle’ social media campaign to promote messages of hope during these difficult times.
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Connecting Scotland programme launched
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Discover Digital, Tools and Materials
Published: 14/05/2020
A new £5 million programme will offer internet connection, training and support, and a device to vulnerable people who are not online.
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COVID-19: hoping for the best, planning for the worst
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 14/05/2020
Information for people worried that they, or someone they care about, is at increased risk of getting seriously ill or dying from COVID-19.
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ALLIANCE Live interview with Scottish Care Chief Executive, Donald Macaskill
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 14/05/2020
“We need to find a different way of balancing keeping people safe, with giving people autonomy, control and choice as citizens.”
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COVID-19 and Cyber Resilience: Update
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Tools and Materials
Published: 13/05/2020
See the latest Scottish Government issued Cyber Resilience Notices regarding COVID-19.
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Transitions to Adult Services during COVID-19: Guidance and Survey by Scottish Transitions Forum and ARCUK
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Getting to know Getting It Right For Every Child (GIRFEC)
Published: 13/05/2020
A shortened COVID-19 version of Principles into Practice that sets out key actions and considerations for use and a survey.
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ALLIANCE Live weekly round up 6 May – 13 May
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 13/05/2020
Find a full listing of the various ALLIANCE Live productions that have been published this week.
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Carer Voices launches hug postcard in partnership with NHS Lothian
Area of Work: Carer Voices, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 13/05/2020
NHS Lothian and the Carer Voices project have launched a printable 'hug' postcard to support health professionals in responding to COVID-19.
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Engage disabled people in decision making about easing lockdown
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 11/05/2020
The ALLIANCE has responded to the Scottish Government's Framework for COVID-19 decision making.
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Opportunity to submit your questions to Calum Irving
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 11/05/2020
Upcoming ALLIANCE Live with the Head of the Third Sector Unit at the Scottish Government.
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Political leaders urged to act as poverty crisis places ‘intolerable pressure’ on carers during COVID-19
Area of Work: Carer Voices, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 06/05/2020
Over 100 organisations have joined forces to issue urgent plea for politicians to do more to protect carers from a growing poverty crisis.
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ALLIANCE Live weekly round up 30 April – 6 May
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 05/05/2020
Have a look at a round up of ALLIANCE Live activity for the week commencing 30 April 2020.
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Opportunity to submit your questions to Donald Macaskill
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 05/05/2020
Upcoming ALLIANCE Live with Scottish Care Chief Executive, Donald Macaskill.
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Social care assessment COVID-19 human rights concerns
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Human Rights, Policy
Published: 05/05/2020
Recommendations published by the ALLIANCE to improve guidance on social care during the pandemic.
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ALLIANCE Live podcast on NHS nurses with NHS Lothian
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 04/05/2020
In this podcast, Gillian McCauley, Nurse Director - Acute Services at NHS Lothian shares how doing what matters is all that matters.
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Action for M.E. launch their Crisis, Support and Advocacy service
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Self Management, Self Management Fund, Self Management Network Scotland
Published: 04/05/2020
ALLIANCE members, Action for M.E. have launched a combined service open to anyone living with, or supporting someone with M.E.
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The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry’s COVID-19 hub
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Medicines
Published: 04/05/2020
As a critical part of the healthcare community, the pharmaceutical industry must play the biggest possible role in the response to COVID-19.
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Funding for charity to support autistic people and families online
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Policy
Published: 04/05/2020
National Autistic Society Scotland awarded £45,000 from the Scottish Government to support autistic people and carers during lockdown.
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ALLIANCE Live weekly round up 27 April – 1 May
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 01/05/2020
Have a look at a round up of ALLIANCE Live activity for the week commencing 27 April 2020.
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New Social Shifters Scotland COVID-19 platform
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 30/04/2020
A COVID-19 response to support third sector resilience in Scotland.
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BBC Children in Need Emergency Essentials programme
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Getting to know Getting It Right For Every Child (GIRFEC)
Published: 30/04/2020
Family Fund Business Services (FFBS) are collaborating with BBC Children in Need to deliver the Emergency Essentials programme.
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COVID-19 information hub
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 30/04/2020
Access SCLD's updated COVID-19 information and resource hub.
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New report published into Scotland’s budgetary processes
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Human Rights
Published: 29/04/2020
The report call for human rights to be at the heart of post-COVID budget decisions, to ensure social and economic recovery.
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Scottish Government guidance on testing key workers
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 28/04/2020
The Scottish Government published guidance regarding the expanded COVID-19 testing programme in Scotland and for testing of key workers.
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Scottish Government’s framework for COVID-19 decision making
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 27/04/2020
An outline of the approach and principles that will guide decisions about transitioning out of the current lockdown arrangements.
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Scottish Government COVID-19 parental support
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Getting to know Getting It Right For Every Child (GIRFEC)
Published: 27/04/2020
Help and advice for parents to cope and stay calm during the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Health and Sport Committee scrutiny to continue
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Policy
Published: 27/04/2020
The Scottish Parliament's Health and Sport Committee will continue its role during the COVID-19 pandemic, holding meetings virtually.
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Home Office urged to extend social care workers visas
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Policy
Published: 27/04/2020
Scottish organisations have written to the Home Secretary calling for parity with healthcare workers.
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Scotland’s employability services respond to COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 23/04/2020
Scottish Government and Local Government share joint communication on how Scotland's employability services are responding to COVID-19.
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ALLIANCE Live podcast with transcript – women and COVID-19
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Gender
Published: 23/04/2020
Engender's Emma Ritch discusses the differences gender plays in dealing with COVID-19.
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COVID-19 Scottish Parliament Committee announced
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 22/04/2020
Membership and remit of the new Committee has been announced by the Scottish Parliament.
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ALLIANCE Live with Scotland’s National Clinical Director
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 21/04/2020
The ALLIANCE interviewed Jason Leitch, the Scottish Government’s National Clinical Director.
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Scottish Government launches mental health campaign
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 21/04/2020
The 'Clear Your Head' website highlights practical steps people can take to support their mental health during this uncertain time.
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Communication for people with sensory loss during the COVID-19 pandemic
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Sensory Impairment
Published: 21/04/2020
New guidance to support healthcare staff to communicate effectively with people with sensory loss and complex communication support needs.
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Royal Society for Public Health survey on impact of COVID-19 on gambling harm
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Self Management
Published: 17/04/2020
RSPH have created a survey to better understand the impact of COVID-19 on gambling harm.
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Police in Scotland urged to be sensitive to new lockdown guidance for autistic people
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 16/04/2020
National Autistic Society Scotland has welcomed Scottish Government changes to the ‘Stay at Home’ rules.
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ALLIANCE Live podcast on European Patients Forum response to COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), European Patients Forum (EPF)
Published: 16/04/2020
Nicola Bedlington, Special Advisor for the EPF, discusses how its continuing to involve the patient voice during COVID-19
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COVID-19 helpline for people at increased risk
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 16/04/2020
National assistance helpline dedicated to helping those who cannot leave their home and who cannot get help online.
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BBC Radio Scotland: Make a Difference
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 14/04/2020
BBC Radio Scotland are among those all over Scotland pulling together to help their communities get through the COVID-19 crisis.
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The ALLIANCE comments on draft COVID-19 clinical and ethical guidance
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 14/04/2020
Briefing paper offers observations and recommendations on how to better recognise people's human rights.
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ALLIANCE members respond to COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Membership
Published: 14/04/2020
Find out how our members have had to change the way they work when rising to the challenge of responding to the COVID-19 crisis.
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Carer Voices and NHS Lothian to offer a carers ‘check in and chat’
Area of Work: Carer Voices, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 14/04/2020
NHS Lothian and the Carer Voices project are now offering support to carers and families with loved ones with dementia in acute hospitals.
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ALLIANCE Live podcast with transcript – COVID-19 and what to expect from your doctor
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 09/04/2020
Listen to Eilidh Carmichael, Policy Officer at the General Medical Council, on what you can expect from doctors during COVID-19.
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ALLIANCE Live podcast with transcript – COVID-19 and pharmaceutical advice
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 09/04/2020
Listen to Jonathan Burton from the Royal Pharmaceutical Society in Scotland, with pharmaceutical advice during COVID-19.
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COVID-19 response impact on the Scottish Government’s health portfolio
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Policy
Published: 08/04/2020
Update from Scottish Government on areas of key interest.
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Community in Action – a call for stories
Area of Work: Community in Action, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 08/04/2020
Sharing the work of health and care organisations adapting and responding to COVID-19.
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Mapping local services to inform visually impaired people
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Sensory Impairment
Published: 07/04/2020
Building a database of support to be shared across the sight loss sector to inform visually impaired people and their families.
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COVID-19 survey wants to hear from you
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 06/04/2020
Inclusion Scotland survey aims to hear experiences from disabled people.
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Opportunity to submit your questions for Jason Leitch
Area of Work: ALLIANCE Live, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 03/04/2020
Upcoming ALLIANCE Live with Scotland's National Clinical Director.
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COVID-19 – Important advice for people living with neurological conditions
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 02/04/2020
The Scottish Government has published information on how Coronavirus may affect you if you have a neurological condition.
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Humans of Scotland
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Humans of Scotland
Published: 01/04/2020
A call to share stories from people with long term conditions, disabled people and unpaid carers on COVID-19
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COVID-19 delays social security roll out in Scotland
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Policy, Social Security
Published: 01/04/2020
Devolution of two key disability entitlements will be delayed by COVID-19.
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Emergency coronavirus legislation could remove vital safeguards for adults with incapacity
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 01/04/2020
National Autistic Society Scotland expresses concern about emergency legislation.
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Emergency powers unveiled to address COVID-19 pandemic
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 31/03/2020
The First Minister has described the legislation as "an unprecedented response to an unprecedented situation".
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Information for young people on COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 31/03/2020
Young Scot provides information on COVID-19 for young people, including a Q&A with the First Minister and National Clinical Director.
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Carer Voices invites you to take part in the upcycling art challenge
Area of Work: Carer Voices, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 30/03/2020
Join the Carer Voices project in turning recycled materials into inspiring art while at home.
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Scottish Government COVID-19 guidance for carers
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 27/03/2020
The Scottish Government provides clinical guidance on COVID-19 for social care settings.
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Guidance letter from Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Catherine Calderwood
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 27/03/2020
The letter provides information and support to those most at risk of COVID-19.
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Engender briefing – Women and COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Gender
Published: 26/03/2020
ALLIANCE member, Engender, have published a new briefing with recommendations for Scottish Government and MSPs.
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Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland appeal for volunteers
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 25/03/2020
In response to the COVID-19 crisis Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS) have launched the biggest volunteering drive in a generation.
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SCLD develop easy read information on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 25/03/2020
Access to a Google Drive with collated general and Easy Read information and resources on Coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Third Sector resilience fund for COVID-19 now open
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 25/03/2020
A £20m emergency fund for charities, community groups, social enterprises and voluntary organisations working in Scotland.
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Helping communities affected by COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 25/03/2020
An additional £350 million will go to those most affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Share health and social care support with ALLIANCE Live
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 25/03/2020
Connect and share COVID-19 related information on health and social care through the ALLIANCE Live portal.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) update for ALLIANCE members and network
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 25/03/2020
A message to our members and network about ALLIANCE operations, contact details and some useful external information sources.
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COVID-19 resources and information
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 25/03/2020
Access resources for important information and support navigating COVID-19.
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Charities launch emergency social care support service
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Self-directed Support/Social Care
Published: 25/03/2020
Charities launch new database to source emergency social care support for people across Scotland.
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COSLA issues COVID-19 guidance for commissioners in Scotland
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Self-directed Support/Social Care
Published: 25/03/2020
It has been adapted from advice produced for commissioners in England.
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ALLIANCE Live podcast with transcript – advice for unpaid carers on COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 24/03/2020
Listen to advice from Carers Scotland on how carers can prepare and minimise risk to themselves and the people for whom they care for.
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ALLIANCE Live podcast with transcript – advice on energy efficiency
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Fuel Poverty
Published: 24/03/2020
Listen to Kate Cunningham from Energy Action Scotland, with energy saving tips for people spending time at home during COVID-19.
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ALLIANCE Live podcast with transcript – advice for Personal Assistant employers on COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Self-directed Support/Social Care
Published: 24/03/2020
Listen to Colin Millar from SPAEN, with advice and support for people who employ personal assistants during COVID-19.
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Materials related to COVID-19 available on NHS Inform
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 23/03/2020
NHS Inform provides guidance and advice for COVID-19, available in BSL and easy read formats.
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Coronavirus Bill must remain under review
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Policy
Published: 23/03/2020
ALLIANCE briefing calls on politicians to ensure legislation remains under constant review.
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What to expect from your pharmacist during COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Medicines, Policy
Published: 22/03/2020
The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has drafted advice on ways the public can support their local pharmacies during the COVID-19 crisis.
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Scottish Government helping communities affected by COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 20/03/2020
£350 million fund announced to support welfare and wellbeing.
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Resources for community organisations during the COVID-19 crisis
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 20/03/2020
Scottish Community Development Centre compile a list of resources on community response to COVID-19
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Scottish Government COVID-19 guidance for the Third Sector
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 19/03/2020
An update from the Scottish Government Third Sector Unit on actions they are taking to support the third sector.
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3 month suspension of face to face social security assessments during COVID-19
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Social Security
Published: 19/03/2020
Assessments for PIP, ESA and Universal Credit will not be undertaken face to face as the UK aims to delay the spread of coronavirus.
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Telephone and Near Me video consultations
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Tools and Materials
Published: 17/03/2020
Scotland deploys increased use of remote consultations.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) social care response
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 17/03/2020
Cabinet Secretary gives information and links to guidance relating to practices to deal with COVID-19 in residential care homes.
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Update for Self Management Funded Projects (COVID-19)
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Self Management, Self Management Fund, Self Management Network Scotland
Published: 16/03/2020
Message from Ian Welsh, Chief Executive of the ALLIANCE, regarding the ongoing outbreak of COVID-19 and Self Management Fund grant holders.
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ALLIANCE office, room and hub booking notice
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19), Involvement Network, Membership
Published: 12/03/2020
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak the ALLIANCE is closed and all meetings are cancelled. The office is closed to hub users and members.
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ALLIANCE statement on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 12/03/2020
A statement on coronavirus, disabled people, people with long term conditions and carers.
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Coronavirus, disabled people, people with long term conditions and carers
Area of Work: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Published: 12/03/2020
Press release - Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland on the Coronavirus
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