
The ALLIANCE
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Vision for a Scotland where people who are disabled or living with long term conditions and carers have a strong voice and enjoy their right to live well.
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Joined May 2010
Join @ALLIANCEScot in calling for a right to communication for all. Sign up to ensure equal rights for everyone - because communication is about more than just words. Find our more about our new campaign and RT > #MoreThanWords #CommunicationForAll
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NHS 24 @nhsinform have shared a BSL clip on accessing the right mental health care. #BSL #NHS24 #MentalHealth. Watch the video here to find out about the range of mental health services NHS 24 provides:
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RT @markballard27: Really important story in today’s @heraldscotland - as @NDCS_Scotland, @ALLIANCEScot and @RNID highlight deaf people in….
heraldscotland.com
Deaf children in Scotland are falling through the cracks, it has been claimed, as new figures suggest some wait up to 600 days for hearing…
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RT @_RebeccaMcCurdy: A special report into hearing assessments for children in @heraldscotland today, with some facing waits of up to 600 d….
heraldscotland.com
Deaf children in Scotland are falling through the cracks, it has been claimed, as new figures suggest some wait up to 600 days for hearing…
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Two years since Scotland’s audiology review exposed systemic failings, deaf children are still falling through the cracks. @RNID @NDS_UK @BAAudiology. That’s why we’ve joined other charities to write an open letter calling for urgent action:
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Our Chief Officer Sara Redmond @redmond_kidd reflects on the health and social care crisis in Scotland. Written with @ccpscotland and @r_cackett, our open letter to the First Minister calls for investment and reform to protect services and communities:
alliance-scotland.org.uk
I had been waiting in anticipation to read the Herald on Sunday’s recent article on the health and social care crisis – an article about a letter that highlights issues in the sector the ALLIANCE has...
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Community health orgs in Scotland - we want to hear from you! Survey takes just 5-10 minutes. @SCDC_Org. How have your funding and partnership relationships with public health changed over the last 3 years? Help shape the future of community-led health:
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As part of the lead up to Self Management Week 2025, our colleague Chris shares why patience and understanding are what enables him to feel supported. Find out more about Self Management Week events: #WhatINeedToLead #SelfManagement25 @SelfMgmtScot
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Vaccines are given to babies and children in different ways. Each one is designed to offer the best protection. Talk to your health visitor or visit to learn more. #ChildVaxScot
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Move your way to wellbeing this #WellbeingWednesday! . Today, we spotlight Dunami, who offer a wide range of activities that connect people with the arts, dance, and nature to improve their health and wellbeing. Find out more here:
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Join the Menopause Warriors Scotland and Black Women in Menopause on September 13 for an in-person event in Glasgow/ Learn more about the menopause and how it may intersect with race, class and health inequalities:
alliance-scotland.org.uk
Menopause is a significant life transition, but the way it intersects with race, culture, and systemic healthcare disparities is often overlooked. Menopause Warriors Scotland is hosting Nina Kuyper...
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A powerful & insightful piece by @NeilMackay that outlines the crisis in health & social care & how 240 charities are warning the FM the time for action is now. Grateful to Neil for his indepth reporting to highlight the effects of this crisis & @heraldscotland for publishing.
‘It’s apocalyptic’: Scotland’s care system faces collapse. More than 200 charities who provide the bulk of health and social care have written to John Swinney warning that the sector is on the brink and vulnerable people are in peril. In @heraldscotland.
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Registration is now open for Self Management Week 2025. Running from 22 to 25 September, all events will be free, inclusive and will explore self management, health and wellbeing. Check out the events schedule here: #SelfManagement25 #WhatINeedToLead
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The updated 'Our Health, Our Place, Our Voice' toolkit is here - a resource designed by @alissprogramme to empower young people to take charge of their health and wellbeing. Explore it here:
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RT @ThirdForceNews: TFN is @scvotweet's magazine for the #VoluntarySector. On the opinion pages this month, @ALLIANCEScot chief officer Sar….
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Everyone should have a right to communicate in a form they understand – to let them live independently and participate in society. Join the hundreds of people who support communication for all, and sign up now: #MoreThanWords #CommunicationForAll
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Your experiences matter. As an ALLIANCE member, you’ll take part in consultations, influence policy, and ensure lived experience shapes Scotland’s health and social care. Join us here:
alliance-scotland.org.uk
Becoming an ALLIANCE member can be done in a few simple steps by filling out the relevant online application forms, which can be found in the side bar. Membership is free to professionals and...
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RT @NeilMackay: Scotland’s care system faces collapse. Here’s a short version of my long read in @heraldscotland if you’re pushed for time.….
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