Voluntary Health Scotland

@VHSComms

The national network for Scotland's voluntary health organisations. Working for a healthier, fairer Scotland served by a thriving voluntary health sector.

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Joined May 2012

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Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jul 23

**Policy Event** We're responding to the Scottish Parliament's Health, Social Care and Sport Committee pre-budget scrutiny into mental health spend and are keen to hear from our members! Sign up for our consultation event on 31st July. tinyurl.com/8re79dpz

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Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jul 24

Join @ScotCLWnetwork , VHS & @AuditScotland at our online event on August 21, 2pm to explore the recent report which focuses on Primary Care pressures and impact for health inequalities and third sector partners. Find out more and book at tinyurl.com/kw3yvakf

VHSComms's tweet image. Join @ScotCLWnetwork , VHS &amp; @AuditScotland at our online event on August 21, 2pm to explore the recent report which focuses on Primary Care pressures and impact for health inequalities and third sector partners. Find out more and book at tinyurl.com/kw3yvakf

Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jul 24

A fantastic new project from @SCDC_Org @ScotCCAN focusing on exploring the climate impact of health inequalities. @ScotCLWnetwork

@@SCDC_org@SCDC_Org · Jul 23

🎉 We're excited to announce Unbound Scotland - a new project from @SCDC_Org and @ScotCCAN exploring how the impacts of climate change are affecting Scotland’s health, with funding from @TNLComFund ✉️ Sign up to hear more at unbound.scot

Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jul 22

**Member visit** A great afternoon hosting VHS member Simba Charity and finding out more about their crucial work supporting families across Scotland who have lost a baby. We heard about their strategy and about the thought and care that goes into their beautiful memory boxes.

VHSComms's tweet image. **Member visit** A great afternoon hosting VHS member Simba Charity and finding out more about their crucial work supporting families across Scotland who have lost a baby. We heard about their strategy and about the thought and care that goes into their beautiful memory boxes.

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Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jul 21

**VHS Policy Event** We're responding to the @SP_HSCS pre-budget scrutiny into mental health spend and are keen to hear from our members! Sign up for our consultation event on 31st July tinyurl.com/8re79dpz

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Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jul 18

Yesterday we published our response to the @scotgovhealth consultation on a Long Term Conditions Framework. Read a summary and access the full response here: bit.ly/3IBAYGv

VHSComms's tweet image. Yesterday we published our response to the @scotgovhealth consultation on a Long Term Conditions Framework. Read a summary and access the full response here: bit.ly/3IBAYGv

Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jul 10

Join SCLWN, VHS and @AuditScotland at our online event on August 21st, 2pm to explore the recent report which focuses on Primary Care pressures and impact for health inequalities and third sector partners. Find out more & book your place at tinyurl.com/bde9a56u

VHSComms's tweet image. Join SCLWN, VHS and @AuditScotland at our online event on August 21st, 2pm to explore the recent report which focuses on Primary Care pressures and impact for health inequalities and third sector partners. Find out more &amp; book your place at tinyurl.com/bde9a56u

Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jul 10

Such an important issue. Prof Andrea Williamson has shared powerful insights at VHS events on 'applying the missingness lens'. It's not just about missing an appointment; it's about missing care & support, often due to factors beyond an individual’s control. #healthinequalities

UUofG School of Health & Wellbeing@UofGSHW · Jul 2

Prof Andrea Williamson has written an article for @FEANTSA which explores Inclusion Health, with a focus on missed healthcare appointments among people experiencing #homelessness emphasising the importance of applying a ‘missingness’ lens to healthcare. mailchi.mp/feantsa/feants…

Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jul 10

By being part of the VHS network you can help raise the voice of the sector. Our work wouldn’t be possible without our board of trustees. Join VHS and be part of the movement for a fairer, healthier Scotland. VHS membership is FREE - find out more at tinyurl.com/yssmun94

VHSComms's tweet image. By being part of the VHS network you can help raise the voice of the sector. Our work wouldn’t be possible without our board of trustees. Join VHS and be part of the movement for a fairer, healthier Scotland. VHS membership is FREE - find out more at tinyurl.com/yssmun94

Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jul 7

Our latest e-Newsletter is out now. Events, blogs, news and policy updates read the July issue at tinyurl.com/5t4u9wnb

Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jul 2

Have your say in our 2026 manifesto! *Share your views in this short survey which is open until the end of July: tinyurl.com/53a3ysn5 *We're also hosting a series of short 20 minute workshops in July to present our ideas so far & hear your views. Visit: tinyurl.com/yc2s335w

VHSComms's tweet image. Have your say in our 2026 manifesto! *Share your views in this short survey which is open until the end of July: tinyurl.com/53a3ysn5
*We're also hosting a series of short 20 minute workshops in July to present our ideas so far &amp; hear your views. Visit: tinyurl.com/yc2s335w

Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jul 1

Our response to the UK Government Pathways to Work consultation shares our reflections on the proposals, including the important role of the 3rd sector and the worry that narrative around the proposals could reinforce harmful stereotypes. Read more at tinyurl.com/pwranamh

VHSComms's tweet image. Our response to the UK Government Pathways to Work consultation shares our reflections on the proposals, including the important role of the 3rd sector and the worry that narrative around the proposals could reinforce harmful stereotypes. Read more at tinyurl.com/pwranamh

Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jul 1

Online workshop tomorrow. Sign up tinyurl.com/mw2ku3ye Share your views: Long Term Conditions Framework, VHS is responding to the Scottish Govt's consultation on their Long Term Conditions Framework & hope to reflect the experiences and views of our members.

Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jun 30

On Friday we shared our response to the Scottish Labour Policy Forum Stage 2 call for views, which will inform the development of their manifesto for next year's Scottish parliamentary election. Read a summary of our response tinyurl.com/4by4zhtz

VHSComms's tweet image. On Friday we shared our response to the Scottish Labour Policy Forum Stage 2 call for views, which will inform the development of their manifesto for next year's Scottish parliamentary election. Read a summary of our response tinyurl.com/4by4zhtz

Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jun 30

Share your views: Long Term Conditions Framework VHS is responding to the Scottish Govt's consultation on their Long Term Conditions Framework & hope to reflect the experiences and views of our members. Sign up for our consultation workshop on the 2nd July tinyurl.com/mw2ku3ye

Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jun 26

The Scottish Government published their Medium Term Financial Strategy today, read VHS' response at tinyurl.com/bddz74wa

VHSComms's tweet image. The Scottish Government published their Medium Term Financial Strategy today, read VHS' response at tinyurl.com/bddz74wa

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Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jun 26

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Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jun 25

A great development day with the VHS staff team and board discussing what the next year has in store for us. Some fantastic discussions and a lot to consider in the lead up to the 2026 elections. Thanks to everyone for their big ambitions and input. Watch this space!

VHSComms's tweet image. A great development day with the VHS staff team and board discussing what the next year has in store for us. Some fantastic discussions and a lot to consider in the lead up to the 2026 elections. Thanks to everyone for their big ambitions and input. Watch this space!

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Voluntary Health Scotland@VHSComms · Jun 24

Chair of VHS Christine Carlin explains why health inequalities don't have to be inevitable. Join the VHS community and be part of the movement for a fairer, healthier Scotland. Find out about free VHS membership at vhscotland.org.uk/join-vhs/

VHSComms's tweet image. Chair of VHS Christine Carlin explains why health inequalities don't have to be inevitable. Join the VHS community and be part of the movement for a fairer, healthier Scotland. Find out about free VHS membership at vhscotland.org.uk/join-vhs/

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