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Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · 7d

We are so grateful to be working alongside the wonderful North West Recovery Community today at our session for pharmacy students at Strathclyde University today! VOX members will be talking about their experiences of...

Polypharmacy Guidance: Vox Scotland’s response to Scottish Government consultation | VOX Scotland

Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · 9d

If you missed it, you can read it here #VOXVoices voxscotland.org.uk/2025/09/24/p...

Polypharmacy means taking multiple medications at once and is often necessary for people with long-term conditions. In September 2025, the Scottish Government consulted on its new guidance which aims…

Polypharmacy Guidance: Vox Scotland’s response to Scottish Government consultation | VOX Scotland

Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · 9d

Have you read our response to the Government's consultation on Polypharmacy guidance? Our members responded to our questionnaire and focus group and we used the responses to highlight what matters most to our members. We are very grateful to everyone who shared their views and experiences.

Polypharmacy means taking multiple medications at once and is often necessary for people with long-term conditions. In September 2025, the Scottish Government consulted on its new guidance which aims…

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Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · 25d

and to transform Scotland’s mental health in the longer term. Find out more and read the full manifesto here www.smhp.scot

Scotland's Mental Health Partnership is made up of 17 organisations from across the mental health sector preventing mental ill health and providing mental ill health treatment to those experiencing…

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VOX Scotland Welcomes Scottish Government’s Psychiatry Recruitment and Retention Working Group FinalReport, | VOX Scotland

Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · 25d

We are proud to be part of Scotland's Mental Health Partnership and to share our manifesto for 2026 Scottish elections. We are calling on the next Scottish Government to take bold and decisive action to address the current crisis...

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Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · 29d

We welcome the Scottish Government’s Psychiatry Recruitment & Retention Working Group Final Report and pleased to see it draws on recommendations from our Your Views: Psychiatry report. We're keen to support turning recommendations into action shorturl.at/DCBWx

VOX Scotland welcomes the publication of the Scottish Government’s Psychiatry Recruitment and Retention Working Group Final Report, released in June 2025. We are particularly encouraged that the…

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VOX Scotland Responds to Health Committee Pre-Budget Scrutiny | VOX Scotland

Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Sep 10

Read our submission to Health Committee’s pre-budget scrutiny calling for fairer mental health investment.
🔹 Spending must match rising need
🔹 Fund community & prevention
🔹 Protect third sector services
🔹 Transparency + lived experience in decisions

VOX Scotland submitted evidence to the Health, Social Care and Sport Committee’s call for views to inform their pre-budget scrutiny for 2026–27, with a particular focus on mental health spending. As…

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Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Aug 28

Do you have experience of ill mental health - or work for an organisation that supports people who do? Then join us as a member (for free!) and make your voice heard! Sign up and find out more here voxscotland.org.uk/sign-up/

We are Scotland’s national collective advocacy organisation for mental health.

Petition: Extend the time period for complaints through the Scottish Public Services Ombudsman for neurodivergent people to two years

Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Aug 26

This petition, started by a Vox member needs your support! It calls on Scottish Parliament to amend the Scottish Public Services Ombudsman Act 2002 allowing for a two-year complaints period for people with cognitive disabilities. Sign & more info here shorturl.at/CkxHp

Calling on the Scottish Parliament to urge the Scottish Government to amend the Scottish Public Services Ombudsman Act 2002 to allow for a two-year complaints period for people with cognitive…

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Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Aug 20

Want to be part of changing how mental health is talked about, treated, and supported in Scotland? We are led by people with lived experience and we’re always looking for new voices.
Add yours! Help shape policy, challenge stigma, and build community. Join VOX for free → voxscotland.org.uk/join

We are Scotland’s national collective advocacy organisation for mental health.

VOX Scotland : Complaints Experience regarding Mental Health Services

Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Aug 18

We've extended our survey on complaints about mental health care! It will now close on 24th August, so there's still time to make your voice heard. If you've ever complained - or tried to - please take & share our anonymous survey
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VOX Scotland : Complaints Experience regarding Mental Health Services

Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Aug 13

Our survey on complaints about mental health care will close on Sunday 17th August, so there's still time to make your voice heard! If you've ever complained - or tried to - please take our anonymous survey (& please share!)
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Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Aug 11

Did you know you can join Vox as a member for FREE! Whether you have lived experience of ill mental health or work for an organisation that supports those who do, there's a membership for you. Sign up to make your voice heard voxscotland.org.uk/sign-up/ #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #MembershipMonday

We are Scotland’s national collective advocacy organisation for mental health.

VOX Scotland : Complaints Experience regarding Mental Health Services

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Think Positive Project @thinkposnus.bsky.social · Jul 29

We 🧡 co-production!

Read more about the work we do 🔗 bit.ly/3ZjhRoV

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Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Aug 5

Tried to make a complaint about mental health care — and felt unheard?

We want to hear from you.

Take our short, anonymous survey and help shape a fairer system.
Closes midnight 17 August
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#MentalHealthScotland #VOXVoices #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

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Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Jul 31

Stigma continues to be a major barrier for people with experience of a mental illness – even from friends/family members. Our friends at See Me have useful tools & resources to help you improve your understanding of mental health & get tips on opening up. bit.ly/PublicStigma

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Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Jul 29

Take the anonymous survey fe3f3zzl3jq.typeform.com/to/ktTR5aiz
Need help completing it? Get in touch: [email protected]

Your voice can help make complaints systems fairer, clearer, and more compassionate. #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Jul 29

Mental health complaints systems aren’t working — and people are being let down.
VOX Scotland’s new survey is here to collect your experiences and solutions.
It’s co-designed by lived experience, because real change starts with real stories.

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Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Jul 25

Take the anonymous survey fe3f3zzl3jq.typeform.com/to/ktTR5aiz
Need help completing it? Get in touch: [email protected]

Your voice can help make complaints systems fairer, clearer, and more compassionate. #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Jul 25

Many people struggle to raise concerns about mental health care — from unclear systems to not being taken seriously. We’ve launched a survey to gather real experiences and practical ideas for change. Co-designed with a Vox member, because your experience should shape change...

VOX Scotland : Complaints Experience regarding Mental Health Services

Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Jul 15

Take the anonymous survey fe3f3zzl3jq.typeform.com/to/ktTR5aiz
Need help completing it? Get in touch: [email protected]

Your voice can help make complaints systems fairer, clearer, and more compassionate. #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

Turn data collection into an experience with Typeform. Create beautiful online forms, surveys, quizzes, and so much more. Try it for FREE.

VOX Scotland : Complaints Experience regarding Mental Health Services

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Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Jul 15

We know many people face barriers when trying to raise concerns about mental health services — from unclear processes to feeling ignored. We've launched a survey to capture experiences & ideas for improvement. Co-designed with a Vox member, because your insight is essential.

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Vox Scotland @voxscotland.bsky.social · Jul 11

Mental health journeys aren’t one-size-fits-all & no one should have to navigate them in isolation. We connect people with lived experience to shape better services, influence policy & support one another. Want to be part of something meaningful?
Join us! voxscotland.org.uk/join

We are Scotland’s national collective advocacy organisation for mental health.