National Care Standards Review - Update Bulletin (June 2016)
The latest Update bulletin on the progress towards the development of new National Care Standards has been published:
More information can also be found at www.newcarestandards.scot
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The Sharing Intelligence for Health & Care Group Inaugural report
Healthcare Improvement Scotland have published "The Sharing Intelligence for Health & Care Group Inaugural report".
The group's aim is to provide a forum to identify potential or actual risks to the quality of health and social care and, initiate further action, where needed, in response to these risks and promote co-ordination of activity between the partner organisations.
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Supporting your service users to participate in the 2016 EU Referendum
On the 23 June 2016 there will be a referendum on the United Kingdom’s membership of the European Union and the Electoral Commission is highlighting the vital role that care providers can play in supporting service users to realise their right to participate in political life.
Dog Days – A Dementia Dog Project
The Physiotherapy Department are holding an event at Ailsa Hospital to introduce the Dementia Dog Project - Dog Days. This will include aafternoon of demonstrations, relaxation and fun.
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Scottish Social Services Council consultation on the draft Standard for Foster Care
The Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) has launched a consultation on the draft Standard for Foster Care and accompanying guidance. The consultation aims to gather the views of everyone involved in providing and supporting foster care services in Scotland.
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