Opinions

Why stroke rehabilitation is important.

"Sometimes we do not really understand the importance of doing the things people ask us to do."

Alan Miller, Professor of Practice in Human Rights Law, reflects on what we can do to make progress on human rights.

Building support and services centred around people's individual needs.

The Health and Sports Committee call for views marks further progress in realising the ambitions for a National Care Service.

Catriona Rowley shares insights and learning from Our Future Leaders course, a leadership course for people with learning disabilities.

We are moving in the right direction but there is still work to be done to ensure equitable inclusion for everyone in society.

Reflecting on ways the social care sector can take action to tackle climate change.

The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) conducted a survey of their members across the UK regarding rehabilitation services

A reflection on some of the key issues impacting children and young people’s human rights.

Following the consultation on a new health and social care strategy for older people, Debbie Horne reflects on what needs to change.

Joanne Brown member of the iSIMPATHY Project and Pharmacist reflecting on her experiences.

Tommy Whitelaw reflects on What Matters to You Day 2022, and how we can continue the conversation year-round.

Health inequalities have been with us for generations and continue to be the most multi-faceted public policy challenge we face.

Helen Chapman shares a story about her Dad's healthcare experience and the value of asking 'What Matters to You?'

Research on dual sensory loss (or deafblindness) and dementia has been gathering pace at both local and national levels.

See what people thought of the film screening of 'One Last Spin' at the ALLIANCE Annual Conference 2022.

Moray Wellbeing Hub CIC Director and Champion, Heidi Tweedie, talks about stigma and the power of peer support.

Reflecting on the ALLIANCE and partners' report on 20-minute neighbourhoods, Irene reflects on the importance of connected communities.

Henry Simmons calls for the Scottish Government to do more to address hidden injustices and inequalities on people living with dementia.

In March 2021, the UNCRC Incorporation Scotland Bill was passed unanimously by the Scottish Parliament.

See Me Champion, Tommy Kelly, talks about eating disorder stigma in the media. Please be aware this piece will touch on emotive topics.

Janis calls for sensory loss to be at the centre of the National Audiology Review.

With local elections taking place on 5th May, James Adams, director of RNIB Scotland, reflects on the priorities for the third sector.

In the last of our series of Opinions on Long Covid, Tracey Binnie reflects on her experiences, and looks at what needs to change.