Opinions

Kicking off a new week with a guest blog from Paula at the Arora Project. Lets see what Paula has to tell us....

Douglas Maxwell introduces the ALLIANCE's ALISS programme 'volunteer crowdsourcing' initiative.

Lynn Williams calls on the Scottish Government to listen to the ALLIANCE before more families have to deal with flawed implementation.

The ALLIANCE's latest research highlights the need for greater communication and transparency within Scotland's social care system.

Caitlin tells us about her very new experience of volunteering with the ALLIANCE's ALISS Programme.

Taking some time out to reflect on my fast paced year in the Self Management Team.

Celia Moreno tells us about her experiences volunteering at the ALLIANCE.

John tells us about the Dementia DEFENCE project.

Stacey shares her experience of psoriatic arthritis, it's emotional impact and her journey into work.

It's time to take action to improve the experiences of disabled young people through their transition to adult services and adult years.

In a blog that first appeared in Third Force News, we present the ALLIANCE's manifesto for the General Election in June 2017.

The Green practice, Govan Health Centre, raises funds for the Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice

Greg tells us about his visit to Glasgow Housing Association and What Matters to You Day 2017.

Chris explains why Learning Disability Week offers an opportunity to reflect on how much we still need to do.

Deafblind Scotland blog for the Health and Social Care Academy on the subject of welfare rights.

Our Chief Executive Ian Welsh OBE outlines details of the ALLIANCE's upcoming Annual Conference and AGM.

Andrea tells us why the Stroke Association is asking people to Make May Purple as part of their annual awareness month.

Beverley questions whether Scotland is implementing an evidence-based approach to the prescribing of antidepressants.

The recently released research from the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) Being Disabled in Britain; makes for depressing reading.

Douglas reflects on the process which has led up to the launch of the ALISS programme's beta website.

What could emphasising humanity mean not only for 'patients' but staff working within health and social care?

Rachel highlights some of the key findings from Down's Syndrome Scotland's recent report.

Lynn argues that humanity should be at the heart of every political decision driving public service reform. 

Mark reflects on the opportunity targets provide to improve our understanding of the quality of care and experiences at end of life.

Marie blogs for the Health and Social Care Academy on the theme of humanity.