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Voluntary Health Scotland

@vhscotland.bsky.social
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We are the national intermediary and network for voluntary health organisations in Scotland. We work with our members and partners to tackle health inequalities. We manage the national network for Scotland's community link workers.

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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
This VHS Bluesky account is no longer actively sharing content or being monitored. To join the conversation about health creation, you can still find us on LinkedIn. bit.ly/4519BO5
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Today we're saying goodbye to Bluesky, but not to the people we've connected with here. You'll still find us sharing information, stories and updates on LinkedIn. We hope to see you there! bit.ly/4519BO5
The words 'We are moving on from’ and the Bluesky logo (a blue butterfly) on a white background beside an illustration of a cardboard box with a 'sticker' showing the VHS logo. Below this is a dark purple banner, with the Linkedin logo in white, the words 'Join us on LinkedIn' in white, and a white QR code taking you to our LinkedIn page (http://bit.ly/4519BO5)
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Two weeks to go until we stop posting on Bluesky, but this is not the end of the conversation! We're continuing to share health related updates, insights and stories from across Scotland on LinkedIn. Join us today! bit.ly/4519BO5
The words 'We are moving on from’ and the Bluesky logo (a blue butterfly) on a white background beside an illustration of a cardboard box with a 'sticker' showing the VHS logo. Below this is a dark purple banner, with the Linkedin logo in white, the words 'Join us on LinkedIn' in white, and a white QR code taking you to our LinkedIn page (http://bit.ly/4519BO5)
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Following a review of our social media presence, we have decided to move away from Bluesky. From the 31st August we will no longer post here, but this doesn’t have to be goodbye! Join us on LinkedIn for more content related to health creation in Scotland. bit.ly/4519BO5
The words 'We are moving on from’ and the Bluesky logo (a blue butterfly) on a white background beside an illustration of a cardboard box with a 'sticker' showing the VHS logo. Below this is a dark purple banner, with the Linkedin logo in white, the words 'Join us on LinkedIn' in white, and a white QR code taking you to our LinkedIn page (http://bit.ly/4519BO5)
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
There's still time to sign up for our Joint Hustings! Join us and @alliancescot.bsky.social as we ask questions to candidates about important issues facing the Third Sector. Register here: bit.ly/4tHkFLv
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Prevention and Power: Holyrood, Health and the Third Sector
The Health and Social Care Alliance (The ALLIANCE) and VHS have joined forces to bring you this important pre-Election online hustings event.
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Join VHS and The ALLIANCE on March 31st for our Joint Hustings event! Hear representatives share their Party’s approaches for addressing health inequalities and safeguarding the important role of the third sector. Sign up now! bit.ly/4tHkFLv
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
With the Scottish Parliament election rapidly approaching, we've developed a handy Election 2026 Toolkit! You'll find social media graphics, letter templates, and links to ensure you're campaigning safely and legally. Check it out! bit.ly/4kGvkSi
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
We're so proud to share our 2025 Impact Report! We had a busy year and a big thank you is due to all of our members - We couldn't do it without you! If you’re not yet a member, come be a part of the movement for health creation in Scotland. Join us: bit.ly/4a49wet
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
After a busy year of events and engagement we're wrapping up for the holidays here at VHS. Thanks to all our members and stakeholders for your support this year. We will be closed from Friday 19th December until Monday 5th January. Wishing you all a happy holiday season!
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Following the publication of the @auditscotland.bsky.social 2025 report into NHS Scotland finance and performance last week, we have reflected on the urgent need for a shift to prevention in Scotland's health service. Read our full reflections here: bit.ly/4rLIcK6
A graphic sharing this quote from the VHS Reflections: 'The Auditor General’s report provides a stark reminder to Scotland’s policymakers that the time for meaningful change is now. Voluntary Health Scotland will continue to work with key partners to drive the shift to prevention in Scotland’s health system.'
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
The Scottish Forum on Isolation and Loneliness has launched a manifesto, signed by VHS, calling on the next Scottish Government to make tackling loneliness a national priority. Read more here: bit.ly/4izC6s5
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Today we submitted our response to the Scottish Government consultation on a new NHS Delivery Organisation. We welcome the commitment to systemic change, but reflect on how the proposed new body should reinforce commitments to prevention and health equity. Read more: bit.ly/43QEgxm
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
Today we have published a statement in response to the UK Covid-19 Inquiry report published last week, reflecting on calls in the report for better data on health inequalities - a key ask in our Manifesto for Health Creation. Read our statement here: bit.ly/3Kkst3E
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
Unpaid carers in Scotland experience significant health inequalities. This Carers Rights Day, we want to showcase the ask in our Manifesto for Health Creation to protect the right to health of carers by removing barriers and improving support. bit.ly/3McEFUH
An image of the front cover of the VHS Manifesto for Health Creation, and this ask from the manifesto: ‘Address unpaid carer health inequalities and protect their right to health by improving their access to health checks, mental health support, breaks and respite.’
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
**VHS AGM Event** Join us as we showcase third sector organisations as a unique and under-utilised source of health data at our Online AGM event on November 27th. Everything you need to know about the VHS AGM is available on our website at tinyurl.com/mpb42h65
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
The November VHS e-Newsletter is out now! Packed with all our news, events and member updates. Read it at tinyurl.com/wpkyj9d2
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Applications Close Today! VHS is seeking two passionate individuals to join our Board. If you're ready to help shape a healthier Scotland & make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you. Elections will take place at our AGM on 27 November. Apply at tinyurl.com/34mdtpcr
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
VHS Online Event-Insight to Impact:Third Sector Data as a Catalyst for Change. Join us at our AGM event, November 27th at 10 am, as we spotlight the third sector as a powerful, yet under-utilised source of health data. This event will include a short AGM meeting. Visit tinyurl.com/y4kt97zs
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
**Applications Close November 5th** VHS is looking for two new trustees to join our Board, with elections taking place at our AGM on 27 November 2025. If you'd like to make a meaningful impact and help shape a healthier Scotland, we’d love to hear from you. Find out more tinyurl.com/34mdtpcr
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
To celebrate befriending week, VHS is pleased to share a member blog from @befriending.co.uk CEO Susan Hunter. Susan's blog highlights the critical role of befriending in health creation through prevention, early intervention, and meaningful social connection. Read it at tinyurl.com/4zbu2c7e
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
@bsky.app Today we published our response to the Scottish Government consultation on quality prescribing for chronic pain, focusing specifically on the benefits of social prescribing for treating chronic pain. Read more here: vhscotland.org.uk/vhs-response...
A graphic sharing the title of the consultation, and a quote from the VHS response: 'There is clear evidence that self-management approaches recommended by Community Link Workers are important for improving quality of life for people living with a range of health conditions, including chronic pain.’
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Pleased to share the results of our Scottish Community Link Worker Network 2025 survey. Some really interesting findings about the vital role of CLWs in Scotland. View more at tinyurl.com/yc48e3hx
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Congratulations to @alliancescot.bsky.social the winner of the VHS Annual Poster Competition 2025. View their winning poster and all the fantastic entries at vhscotland.org.uk/vhs-poster-c... #VHSConf25
Colourful logos of VHS and Public Health Scotland. Wording 'poster Winner Announcement '
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
A fantastic post lunch energiser from VHS member Weekday Wow. What a way to get moving after lunch and networking. #VHSConf25 #CollaborationForChange Thanks for supporting our Annual Conference in Glasgow today.
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
"The key to collaborative working is making everyone feel like they are winning." A fascinating session with Prof. Devi Sridhar at #VHSConf25. Thanks for supporting our Annual Conference "Collaboration for Change" @uoe-sps.bsky.social @tejeshm.bsky.social
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Delighted to welcome @publichealthscot.bsky.social as our Collaboration Partner for #VHSConf25. Thanks for supporting our event. #CollaborationForChange. It's been a fantastic day so far.
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Excited to see all the brilliant posters on display for our Annual Conference Poster Competition at #VHSConf25. Don't forget to vote!
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
It's buzzing in our Health Creation Hub at #VHSConf25 in Glasgow. Some brilliant organisations showcasing their services. Drop by and say hi.
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
The VHS team can't wait to welcome everyone to #VHSConf25. It's going to be a great day! See you soon.
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Another great read from VHS Chair Christine Carlin on the importance of accessible transport for all. #AccessibleTravel #healthinequalities
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Exhibitor Spotlight. In her blog, Emma Abbott from Charity Finance Group shares her insights from a recent partnership between the charity sector and major UK banks, highlighting what it takes to move from conversation to meaningful collaboration. Read it at tinyurl.com/mrxdz47s
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
VHS are pleased to showcase some fantastic exhibitors to the Health Creation Hub at our Annual Conference tomorrow, including Goodmoves. Read Mairi's Blog about communicating outside the 'third sector bubble' tinyurl.com/4jr85c55 @goodmovesjobs.bsky.social @scvo.scot
Bright coloured logos for Collaboration for Change, VHS, Public Health Scotland and goodmoves. Words 'Health Creation Hub Exhibitor spotlight'
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
VHS is looking forward to welcoming everyone to our Annual Conference 'Collaboration for Change' tomorrow in Glasgow. We have some fantastic exhibitors at our first ever Health Creation Hub. Make sure you stop by and say hi! It's going to be a great day.
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
Alongside our many members, Voluntary Health Scotland supports the Scotland Demands Better campaign, led by @povertyalliance.org, Saturday is going to be a landmark day. #ScotlandDemandsBetter
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
Delighted to share 'Pauline's Blog: Innovation at PHS – Turning Ambition into Action for a Healthier Scotland'. Please pop by and say hi to the @publichealthscot.bsky.social team next Tuesday at our Health Creation Hub at #VHSConf25 tinyurl.com/5dat55tw
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
Excited to spotlight @copescotland.bsky.social a finalist in our poster competition! Their work will feature at our Annual Conference next week. In her blog, Hilda shares insights from 30+ years in the third sector—exploring workforce wellbeing in uncertain times. Read it at tinyurl.com/vpxv79nf
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
Voluntary Health Scotland is recruiting two new trustees to join our Board. Help us tackle health inequalities and shape a healthier Scotland. Trustees will be elected at our AGM on 27 November. Find out more and get involved tinyurl.com/34mdtpcr
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
We have launched our Manifesto for Health Creation! We're calling for a prevention-first health system that puts people and communities at the heart of decision-making. We also call for health equity, and parity for the third sector. Read it at bit.ly/4nDmRAe
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
Our Manifesto for Health Creation is LIVE! This was developed in consultation with our members and will inform our policy priorities well beyond next year’s Scottish Parliament election. Please read, like, share and join our movement for health creation! bit.ly/4nDmRAe
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
The VHS team are launching the VHS 2026 Manifesto this morning at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh. It's going to be a great event. We are looking forward to seeing everyone soon.
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
Today we submitted our response to the @natrecordsscot.bsky.social consultation on Scotland's Census 2031. The census is a rich source of data for third sector health organisations and the 2031 census should reflect the shift to prevention in health. bit.ly/4gQja7t
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
Today we are delighted to publish a joint statement on prevention with @alliancescot.bsky.social, SCDC, and Edinburgh Community health Forum. The statement calls for urgent action to achieve a prevention-centred health system. vhscotland.org.uk/joint-statem...
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Just 1 week to go! We’re counting down to the launch of the VHS 2026 Manifesto next Thursday October 2nd at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh. Developed through wide consultation with our members, the Manifesto reflects the real voices and priorities of the sector.
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
Have your say on chronic pain care in Scotland. VHS is hosting an online consultation event on 7th October, 2–3.30pm via Teams to gather views from our members and stakeholders. Book your space at tinyurl.com/4ac76szt
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
**Guest Blog** Read Emilie's Blog: Research into Social Prescribing: What’s the Story So Far? tinyurl.com/msh4ych3
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
The VHS September e-Newsletter is out. Packed with all our events, member news and updates. Read it at tinyurl.com/j6uecpwd
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
Invitation: Demystifying the Disclosure Act-VHS Online Event, Oct 1st, 10am. New rules under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act affect those working with children/protected adults. Join our online workshop to find out more & get your questions answered. Book at tinyurl.com/38s4836e
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
**VHS Guest Blog** In the lead up to the Scottish Vision Strategy Conference on September 17th, VHS member Laura Jones from RNIB shares her blog about the importance of putting accessibility at the heart of eye care. #SVS2025 Read it at tinyurl.com/4uzyhz54
Red and black logo for RNIB. The text is about a blog from Laura Jones at RNIB and the upcoming Scottish Vision Strategy Conference 2025
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
**Early Bird offer ending tomorrow**. Secure your spot at the VHS Annual Conference 'Collaboration for Change' & save £15 with discount code EARLYBIRD. Ends September 5th! Book at tinyurl.com/mv8vj8maConf...
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Voluntary Health Scotland @vhscotland.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
Secure your spot at the VHS Annual Conference & save £15 with discount code EARLYBIRD. Offer ends September 5. Book at tinyurl.com/mv8vj8ma Just some of our speakers include Professor Devi Sridhar, Chair of Global Public Health @uoe-sps.bsky.social & Manira Ahmad, @publichealthscot.bsky.social
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