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Nutrition Scotland @nutritionscot.bsky.social · Aug 22

We were one of 238 orgs to sign this letter to the First Minister
The sector needs to be valued and prioritised.
It is the most disadvantaged in our society that bear the brunt.
I's too late to give support once orgs have shut the doors. It'll be too little too late and ultimately cost more.

The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Aug 17

‘Action needed now to avert health and social care crisis in Scotland’, over 200 third sector leaders urge First Minister in open letter, published in today’s Herald on Sunday. @heraldscotland.bsky.social

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Third Force News @thirdforcenews.bsky.social · 27d

TFN is @scvo.scot's magazine for the #VoluntarySector

On the opinion pages this month, chief officer of @alliancescot.bsky.social Sara Redmond on listening: “real change happens when we act on what we hear.”

Available for all to read and share here:

TFN Magazine

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The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Sep 4

Today we’re at the Scottish Parliament calling for urgent action on our More Than Words campaign.

Our asks are clear: public recognition, legal protection and standards, and co-produced training & monitoring: www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-wo...

#MoreThanWords #CommunicationForAll

The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Sep 3

Tomorrow we are taking our call for inclusive communication to Scottish Government as part of our More than Words: Communication for All campaign.

We need national action to make inclusive communication a reality: www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-wo...

#MoreThanWords #CommunicationForAll

The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Aug 27

We are committed to working with the Scottish Government to achieve these key asks in support of its vision for public service reform.

Read the letter and calls in full here: www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/blog/news/op...

On a blue background, the number 4 is displayed, with text reading: "A firm commitment to fully include the sector in making decisions about how services are planned and delivered." Below is an open envelope displaying the logos of CCPS and the ALLIANCE.

The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Aug 27

Without action now, the consequences of the crisis will be felt across society, from deepening inequalities to even greater pressure on the NHS and public services – with Scotland’s most vulnerable individuals and families paying the price.

Against a blue background, the number 3 is displayed, with text reading: "A commitment to finally deliver multi-year funding, with uplifts that reflect inflation, to ensure stability for organisations, employees and the people they support."

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The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Aug 27

Recent polling found that 67% of not-for-profit providers are relying on financial reserves to stay afloat – and of these 91% say they will cease to be viable within four years if that trend continues.

With the government's Spending Review approaching, the time to act is now.

Against a blue background, the number 2 is displayed with text reading: "A medium-term fully-funded recovery plan for our sector, to address decades of underinvestment and ensure people can get the services they need into the future."

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The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Aug 27

In an open letter to the First Minister, the ALLIANCE, @ccpscotland.bsky.social and 200+ sector leaders set out 4 key actions the Scottish Government can take to address the crisis threatening the social care sector.

Find out more about our calls: www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/blog/news/op...

On a blue background there is a number 1 and text saying: Action in the upcoming Spending Review through an immediate and substantial cash injection into third sector providers of health and social care to address the current crisis. This must include full cost recovery for increases in employers' National Insurance contributions.

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The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Aug 25

Two years since Scotland’s audiology review exposed systemic failings, deaf children are still falling through the cracks.

That’s why we’ve joined other charities to write an open letter calling for urgent action:

www.alliance-scotland.org.uk

The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Aug 22

Our Chief Officer Sara reflects on the health and social care crisis in Scotland.

Written with @ccpscotland.bsky.social, our open letter to the First Minister calls for investment and reform to protect services and communities: www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/blog/opinion...

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The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Aug 17

Read the open letter to the First Minister and the key calls: www.alliance-scotland.org.uk?post_type=ne...

Open letter to the First Minister signed by over 200 organisations - Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland

More than 200 third sector health and social care leaders have signed an open letter to the First Minister calling for immediate steps to address the current crisis threatening the sector. Published t...

www.alliance-scotland.org.uk

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The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Aug 17

We at the ALLIANCE and @ccpscotland.bsky.social are committed to working with the Scottish Government to achieve the key asks outlined in the letter.

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The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Aug 17

‘Action needed now to avert health and social care crisis in Scotland’, over 200 third sector leaders urge First Minister in open letter, published in today’s Herald on Sunday. @heraldscotland.bsky.social

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The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Aug 1

"She was capable of so much more, but because she was Deaf they were going to limit her opportunities.”

Sign up for our campaign, because communication is about more than just words: www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-wo...

#MoreThanWords #CommunicationForAll

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The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Jul 22

"If I am included, I can learn”.

Join us in calling for a right to communication for all because communication is about more than just words: www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-wo...

#MoreThanWords #CommunicationForAll

The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Jul 18

“Mail from organisations in typewritten form are inaccessible, I require support to read these."

Sign up for our #MoreThanWords campaign, because communication is about more than just words: www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-wo...

#CommunicationForAll

More than Words: Communication for All - Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland

About the campaign Communication connects us, but we all communicate differently. Good, inclusive communication matters to everyone. It helps us live well and take part in our communities. It’s a…

www.alliance-scotland.org.uk

The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Jul 11

“My visual impairment doesn’t hold me back anymore. I can do most things anyone else can do, I just have to do it differently”. Scotland must plan for a society where everyone can be included. Join our campaign because communication is #MoreThanWords
www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-wo...

More than Words: Communication for All - Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland

About the campaign Communication connects us, but we all communicate differently. Good, inclusive communication matters to everyone. It helps us live well and take part in our communities. It’s a…

www.alliance-scotland.org.uk

The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Jul 7

To lead our health and wellbeing, we need healthcare professionals to work alongside us in empowering ways. Professor Lisa Kidd explains why, in this webinar on supported self management in stroke care: bit.ly/44xlAn0

#WhatINeedToLead #SelfManagement25

The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Jul 4

“I think maybe the greatest challenge was getting out in the world and being able to live like a sighted person, being able to do what everyone else can do.” #CommunicationForAll

Join our #MoreThanWords campaign to ensure inclusive communication for all: www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-wo...

The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Jul 3

“When people lead their own health, they shape support that fits their lives.”

In her blog, Grace Beaumont reflects on why being the leading partner matters - and what it takes to truly support that. #WhatINeedToLead #SelfManagement25

The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Jul 1

“If I am included, I can live independently.”

Join @ALLIANCEScot in calling for a right to communication for all because communication is about more than just words: www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-wo...

#MoreThanWords #CommunicationForAll

The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Jun 30

"There’s a lot at stake, but there's also no greater stakeholder in my own health than me."

Self Management Network member Caroline Brocklehurst tells us what she needs to be able to take the lead in her health: www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/blog/opinion...

#WhatINeedToLead #SelfManagement25

The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Jun 27

“I asked for Large Print, and our local council said they couldn’t do it. Oh yes you can! They said: “Our computer doesn’t do large print’!” Join @ALLIANCEScot #MoreThanWords campaign to ensure people get communication in a way that works for them. www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-wo...

More than Words: Communication for All - Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland

About the campaign Communication connects us, but we all communicate differently. Good, inclusive communication matters to everyone. It helps us live well and take part in our communities. It’s a…

www.alliance-scotland.org.uk

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goodmovesjobs.bsky.social @goodmovesjobs.bsky.social · Jun 17

Job opportunities with @alliancescot.bsky.social, helping people with a disability or long term health condition and unpaid carers live well!

➡️ Energy Efficiency Outreach Worker, £27,764 – £34,497
➡️ Senior Development Officer, £35,193 – £38,204

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Vacancies with Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland – June 2025 – Goodmoves

The Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland (The ALLIANCE) is an independent Scottish Charity funded by a grant from the Scottish Government.  Our vision is for a Scotland where people of all ag...

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The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Jun 26

It’s wrong for the UK Government to balance the books on the backs of sick and disabled people. We need Scottish MPs to stand up for justice and compassion now.

Read more here > www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/blog/news/al...

@povertyalliance.org #WeDemandBetter

Text reads: We need Scottish MPs to vote against the unjust cuts to disability and incapacity benefits. Justice and compassion demand it.

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