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The Role of Third Sector in Health Inequalities Prevention

Explore the impact of third sector organizations in preventing, mitigating, and reversing health inequalities in Scotland. Learn about the diverse range of services and perspectives offered, from mental health support to services for older people and youth. Discover how the third sector promotes social capital, empowers communities, and drives innovation in healthcare. Join the conversation on addressing health disparities and creating a fairer, healthier society.

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The Role of Third Sector in Health Inequalities Prevention

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  1. The third sector as a partner in preventing, mitigating and undoing health inequalities Cross-Party Parliamentary Group on Health Inequalities5th June 2014 Claire Stevens, Chief Officerclaire.stevens@vhscotland.org.uk

  2. Who we are The national network & voice for voluntary health organisations Working with all sectors to create a healthier, fairer Scotland for everyone PROMOTING SUPPORTING INFLUENCING

  3. Scale & range of third sector 762 organisations focused on health care • Hospitals and Rehabilitation • Mental Health • Other health and wellbeing services 6,139 organisations focused on social care and development • Social care services • Pre-school day care • Services for children and families • Services for women • Services for people with disabilities • Services for older people • Youth services • Refugee and Immigrant social services • Carers organisations

  4. Added value of third sector contribution • Provider of person centred, asset-based, preventative support • Expertise & approach rooted in the experiences of people who use services • Supports people to have greater control over the factors that impact upon health and wellbeing. • Significant investor in service innovation, redesign & improvement • Includes large service providers, community & grassroots, social enterprises • Employs 5% of Scotland’s workforce and 1.2 million volunteers • Provides 30% of all registered social care services

  5. Third sector perspective on health inequalities You are sick more You die younger

  6. Third sector perception of the issues

  7. Preventing, Reducing, Undoing

  8. Creating social capital and networks Scottish Families Affected by Drugs • families affected by someone’s drug misuse • reduces isolation & stigma, connects to support Neighbourhood Networks - learning disability, physical disability, mental health issue - mutual support & skill-sharing networks

  9. Creating quality neighbourhoods Living Streets • Working with communities to create safer, healthier streets where it’s good to walk Tullibody Healthy Living - A one stop shop for community health reduces social isolation, builds community involvement, supports healthy eating

  10. Supporting young people in transition Fast Forward • Assets based: young people lead • education to reduce harm from alcohol, tobacco and drugs Rowan Alba – Stramullion - homeless young women without functioning support systems - builds the skills, resilience & resources to live well

  11. Challenges and opportunities

  12. Our current work PROMOTING, SUPPORTING, INFLUENCING: Dialogue and learning events: Young people in transition – 24th June Vulnerable adults (mental health, prison) – 21st August Evidence gathering and reporting: NHS Health Scotland funded research and report Partnership and collaboration: Third sector health and social care integration – e.g. East Dunbartonshire Other working groups – e.g. social prescribing and mental health

  13. One goal, many sectors, unlimited potential Join our network: http://www.vhscotland.org.uk/get-involved/ Access resources: http://www.vhscotland.org.uk/health-inequalities/

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