Opinions

As someone who has been at both ends of the table, Ruth encourages organisations big and small to apply for the Self Management Fund.

Angela describes how the 'Moving Forward' project is helping people adapt to life after treatment.

Lynn is a dancer from Aberdeen who has shared her story of recovery and self management through dance and film.

Conversations with the public on data use in healthcare has surfaced some points we need to start addressing to fully exploit its potential.

Paul speaks about how people living with dementia can keep themselves safe.

Amy Solon of Waverley Care talks about how meaningful conversations with patients can mark a fundamental shift in health and social care.

In our latest opinion piece, Heather considers the increasing identification of unpaid carers after the implementation of the new Act.

Lorna Robertson reflects on her first six months in post as a Community Links Practitioner with the Links Worker Programme

Tommy Whitelaw talks to The Elder Magazine about carers and the power of people in isolating times.

Tommy talks about how you can get involved in 'What Matters to You?' Day 2018

Five students from UWS have very kindly shared this guest opinion piece speaking about their research into loneliness and isolation.

Now 3 months in post with the ALLIANCE, Vaughan Jones gives her take on the current status of Health & Social Care Integration in Scotland.

Simon reflects on some key messages that came from the Academy's recent event on human rights, gender and participatory budgeting

Colin reflects on the findings from the Public Audit and Post-Legislative Scrutiny Committee's enquiry into Self-directed Support.

From planning it out to putting pen to paper, share your experience of self management using these eight easy to follow steps.

As part of Rare Disease Day, the team at Office for Rare Conditions in Glasgow highlight the work they have been doing.

Andrew shares the ALLIANCE's approach to the new Lobbying (Scotland) Act.

Hayleigh shares examples of courageous leadership from her own experience of front-line support work.

Audrey and Rebecca encourage people to share their views on what's needed to transform care for people living with neurological conditions.

Pauline reflects on some of the key themes that have come up in the Cross Party Group's first 12 months.

Benjamin shares his speech from the first Academy Courageous Leadership event, and asks - what really makes a courageous leader?

Andrew reflects on a new model for mental health support that could help break down power imbalances between service users and staff.

Chris explores the Scottish Government's approach to terminology in planning for its landmark first social security agency.

Join in our local conversations on Brexit, and its implications for the health and social care sector in your community

Communic18 member Aaron Fernandez shares his thoughts on the Academy Courageous Leadership event and what makes a courageous leader.