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Ross Padwick

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CO Secretary and Finance Director at Care Opinion CIC @careopinion.org.uk

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Care Opinion @careopinion.org.uk · 02/09/2026
One service user described the care they received from the Apheresis unit at #SNBTS after their stem cell collection. They spoke of colleagues supporting each other & the team taking the time to explain every step. Read the full story: www.careopinion.org.uk/1465399
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Care Opinion @careopinion.org.uk · 27/08/2026
🎉 We are delighted to welcome the newest member of our Subscriber Support team, Iona! You can read our newest blog introducing her here: www.careopinion.org.uk/blogposts/14...
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Care Opinion @careopinion.org.uk · 30/07/2026
✨ This story describes how attending group sessions run by #ChangeGrowLiveBirmingham helped this author work towards their goals and gain confidence. Read more: www.careopinion.org.uk/1438835
Decorative image of a group of people sitting together. Quote from the feedback says: "I saw myself grow and everyone who attended the sessions grow. CGL is a lifeline and is so important"
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Care Opinion @careopinion.org.uk · 14/07/2026
🧵 1 of 2 Are you enthusiastic, organised and passionate about helping people use feedback to improve health and care services? We’re looking for an Engagement and Support Officer to join our friendly Care Opinion Support Services Team.
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Care Opinion @careopinion.org.uk · 24/06/2026
Today we share this story about Forth Valley Royal and how simple acts of kindness and person centred care from the staff can make a real impact on someones experience. Read more here 👀 www.careopinion.org.uk/1450178
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Ross Padwick @rossdr.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
This is a fantastic opportunity! @miriamra.bsky.social
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Fraser Gilmore @fraserg.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Mental Health Awareness Week reminded us that feeling heard, valued and connected can make a difference to people’s lives. At @careopinion.org.uk, we see daily how powerful stories, compassion and human connection can be in health and care. Read our blog 👇 www.careopinion.org.uk/blogposts/13...
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Fraser Gilmore @fraserg.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
5,000 stories shared by the public about @westernhsctrust.bsky.social on @careopinion.org.uk. A brilliant milestone and a real commitment to listening and learning. This is how stories lead to change Read a blog from the Trust celebrating this milestone👇 www.careopinion.org.uk/blogposts/13...
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Ross Padwick @rossdr.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Great numbers 💪 each one a window into people’s care
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Care Opinion @careopinion.org.uk · 02/04/2026
What’s coming up this spring at @careopinion.org.uk? 🌷 Our spring programme is full of opportunities to learn, share and explore. There’s something for everyone. Have a read of our support team’s blog to see what’s blooming this spring: 🔗 www.careopinion.org.uk/blogposts/13...
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Miriam Rivas-Aguilar @miriamra.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Loved reading @tracymol.bsky.social's latest blog on her visit to Sligo/Leitrim and Donegal Mental Health Services. Fantastic work happening there, such inspiring teams!✨ www.careopinion.ie/blogposts/22... @careopinion.org.uk #HSE #onlinefeedback #SocEnt
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Care Opinion Engagement Events- Oct 2025
Update from Care Opinion Ireland
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Care Opinion @careopinion.org.uk · 16/10/2025
It’s #WorldValuesDay! At @careopinion.org.uk, our values guide everything we do: Humanity, Innovation, Transparency, Inclusivity, Positivity They’re not just words — they’re how we listen, learn and make care better through stories. #StoriesThatChangeUs #HealthCare
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Ross Padwick @rossdr.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
As a cat lover I’d be so pleased to have them with me at the end! Great stuff from Southern Health and Social care here!
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Care Opinion @careopinion.org.uk · 12/08/2025
We’re delighted to share our 2024–25 Annual Review of stories told about NHS Scotland. This year’s theme: Scotland’s commitment to continually listen and improve. 📝 11,458 stories 💬 13,873 responses ✅ 77% completely positive ❤️ 1.6M reads 🔗 Read more: www.careopinion.org.uk/blogposts/12...
Front cover of the Care Opinion 2024–2025 Annual Review. Large speech bubble reads: ‘Annual Review of stories told about NHS Scotland services in 2024–2025’. A second speech bubble says: ‘Scotland’s commitment to continually listen and improve’. Groups of illustrated people appear below. Care Opinion logo at the bottom.
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Fraser Gilmore @fraserg.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
NHS England says that by 2026, patient feedback should reach clinicians + drive change. At @careopinion.org.uk , we’ve been making that happen for 20 years. Curious how it works? Read my new blog: 👇 www.careopinion.org.uk/blogposts/12... #CareOpinion #NHS #PatientFeedback #HealthCare
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Listening, learning, improving – How Care Opinion supports NHS England's 10 Year vision
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Ross Padwick @rossdr.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
Fabulous piece on ‘Kindness’ by Nicki Macklin ‘& co authors @nickimacklin.bsky.social - I agree with every word! hbr.org/2025/07/why-...
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Why Kindness Isn’t a Nice to Have
Organizations that neglect kindness face significant consequences, including employee turnover, absenteeism, eroded trust, poor communication, and customer dissatisfaction. Conversely, workplaces that...
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Ross Padwick @rossdr.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Our CEO for another couple of hours or so - as you have never seen him before - hang up that crown @jamesfm55.bsky.social and enjoy your new R&D role @miriamra.bsky.social @fraserg.bsky.social thanks to the Amazing Flame Fusion Restaurant also for a fab night!
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Miriam Rivas-Aguilar @miriamra.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Reflections from our CE @jamesfm55.bsky.social as he steps into a new role as Director of R&D at @careopinion.org.uk What an amazing and impactful time it's been! Thank you James, it's been a real privilege working alongside you ♥️ www.careopinion.org.uk/blogposts/12...
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Stepping down and looking back
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Ross Padwick @rossdr.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
A new era beckons - thankyou @jamesfm55.bsky.social for a fabulous 11 years as our CEO big shoes to fill for @fraserg.bsky.social 😉
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Care Opinion @careopinion.org.uk · 06/01/2025
Hello 2025
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