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In this month's edition...
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Review into voluntary sector health funding
The Department of Health, NHS England and Public Health England have commissioned a joint review of health and care sector investment in Voluntary Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations. The purpose of the review is to assess the impact upon the VCSE sector of government and statutory sector funding, commissioning and partnerships and to consider whether changes are required which would better support: the demonstrable contribution of the VCSE sector to achieving health and wellbeing goals; the capacity and sustainability of the sector; and the independence, inclusivity and diversity of the sector, including its ability to promote equality and provide an effective voice for the most disadvantaged in society. Find out more and contribute to the review here
Healthcare in prisons
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) are seeking comments on a future guideline on Physical Health of People in Prison. The guidelines concern the assessment, diagnosis and management of physical health problems of people in prison. Healthcare provided in prisons currently varies significantly between prisons in breadth, quality, methods of delivery and accessibility. This guideline will seek to set out clear standards which should be met in all prisons and will investigate how healthcare may best be delivered in such settings. To get involved, your organisation will need to register as a stakeholder. Stakeholders will be invited to comment during the consultation on the draft guidelines, taking place between 16th May and 27th June 2016. Find out more about the consultation here, and get involved here
Improving the NHS
NHS Change Day on the 11th March is a grassroots movement for change backed by the NHS but instigated, developed and managed by frontline staff throughout the country. Change Day records and encourages the great changes that are being made within health and care. To get involved, visit the website to share your stories and ideas. On Change Day there will be a 12 hour 'Changeathon' — a 7am to 7pm live broadcast, featuring inspirational change stories, broadcasts from change events across the country, interviews, panel discussions and much more. You can also follow the campaign on #100daysofchange. Find out more here
Updates to the NHS Constitution
Public Health England have launched a consultation on updating the NHS Constitution. The consultation proposes to amend the constitution to: give greater prominence to mental health; reflect the importance of access to transparent and comparable data; include the Armed Forces Covenant; and reflect the new fundamental standards being introduced in April 2015. The NHS Constitution sets out: the rights to which patients, public and staff are entitled; and the responsibilities owed to each other to ensure the NHS operates fairly and effectively. The consultation closes on 11th March. Respond to the consultation here
Integrated care programme extended
The NHS England Integrated Care and Support Pioneers Programme has been extended to 11 new areas. The aim of the programme is to make health and social care services work together to provide better support at home and earlier treatment in the community to prevent people needing emergency care in hospital or care homes. The programme's first annual report sets out the experiences of the first 14 areas to take part in the programme and provides examples of best practice to help other areas to develop innovative ways of joining up their health and social care services. See the list of new areas and find out more about the programme here
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Improving men's health
The Men's Health Forum (MHF) has developed new training for people in the voluntary and public sectors interested in improving the health of men in their area. The training launch event [2nd March, central London, free] aims to: outline the activities to date that have contributed to the development of the MHF training offer; identify specific opportunities for testing/ delivering the training packages; test elements of the "How to" training packages and inform changes; and provide a platform to inform current and future developments of the MHF training. Book your place here
Mental health and employment
Join the Health, Work and Wellbeing Group is holding for a roundtable discussion [11th March, Leicester, free] to share good practice and evidence in mental health and employment services, focusing on the contribution that the voluntary sector makes. There will be an opportunity to discuss examples of good practice and identify action needed to increase the number of people with common mental health problems able to remain in or return to work as part of recovery, and support those for whom work issues are part of the problem or trigger. Book your place here
Developing youth mental health services
'Developing youth friendly mental health services' is a Youth Mental Health and Well-being Managed Innovation Network (MIN) conference [27th March, Nottingham, from £25] which aims to create dialogue and debate among clinicians, researchers, service users and commissioners about whether existing mental health services are equipped and structured to offer continuity in care and address the needs of young people. The conference will highlight the need for the development of targeted services for young people focusing on improving prognosis through continuity of care and supporting healthy developmental pathways whilst highlighting national and international examples of best practice and systems of care. Find out more here
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Innovation in health and care
The Department of Health is inviting voluntary sector organisations to apply for the Innovation, Excellence and Strategic development grant funding programme for 2015-2016. Organisations can submit proposals for health and care projects that: test and develop innovative approaches to health and care; actively share and disseminate excellent practice; or improve collaboration and partnerships within the voluntary sector to provide better outcomes, greater efficiencies and sustainability. Organisations will need to have a clear focus on how they would support and drive forward new ideas, disseminate and replicate excellence or undertake strategic developments in voluntary sector capacity and/or capability in health and care. The funding is for one to three years. Initial registration must be completed by 13th March. Find out more here
Supporting youth involvement
Grants of up to £25,000 are available from NHS England for voluntary sector organisations to support the development of youth voice in each of the four NHS England regions. NHS England is looking to build on existing local youth networks by supporting an additional focus on youth health issues. Applicants will need to demonstrate how they will deliver a diversity of young people’s involvement in health issues in the region as well as partnership working with NHS England national and locally. As an outcome, successful projects will be able to evidence how youth involvement has made a positive impact on young people’s experiences of health services. The deadline for applications is 9th March. Find out more and apply here
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Tackling TB in under-served populations
Public Health England (PHE) has published the 'Collaborative tuberculosis strategy for England: 2015 to 2020' which outlines how PHE and NHS England intend to organise and resource services to tackle tuberculosis (TB) from 2015 to 2020. The strategy is to support and strengthen local services in tackling TB (particularly in areas of high incidence), ensure clear lines of accountability and responsibility, and provide national support for local action. The strategy includes a section on tackling TB in under-served populations, including homeless people, prisoners and individuals with complex and chaotic lives. Download the strategy here
Alternative approaches for treatment resistant drinkers
The Blue Light project is Alcohol Concern’s national initiative to develop alternative approaches and care pathways for treatment resistant drinkers who place make heavy use of public services. The 'Project Manual' sets out strategies and approaches that specialist and non-specialist workers can consider using when working with this client group. Drawing on both motivational and harm reduction approaches it provides workers with tools they can use and pathways they can follow which help to manage the risk and directly reduce associated problems such as domestic abuse, fire deaths and health problems. Download the Manual here
Reducing health inequalities in London
LVSC have published the report from their Health Inequalities event held on the 29th October 2014. A key aim of the event was to explore mechanisms and levers to enable the voluntary sector, policy makers and commissioners to work more effectively together to reduce health inequalities; achieve better health outcomes; and ultimately effect change. The event also aimed to feed into the Mayor of London's Health Inequalities Strategy Delivery Plan. Download the event report here
Care for people with learning disabilities
'Transforming Care for People with Learning Disabilities – Next Steps' is a joint action plan produced by NHS England and partners setting out some early actions in 201. This follows Sir Stephen Bubb's report on how to accelerate the transformation of care for people with learning disabilities and/or autism with behaviour that challenges or a mental health problem. The programme of work aims to ensure that people with learning disabilities and/or autism receive high quality care in the most appropriate settings. Download the action plan here
Analysis of the reforms to health and care
The King's Fund has published 'The NHS under the coalition government', a report covering six major themes of the coalition government’s NHS reform programme. It describes the situation the coalition government inherited when it came to power in 2010, the policies it has pursued, and (where available) evidence of their impact. The themes include: commissioning of care; provision of care; regulation of care; competition; governance and accountability; and integration of care. Key findings include that the coalition government’s reforms have resulted in greater marketisation of the NHS but that claims of mass privatisation are exaggerated; and the Care Act has created a legal framework for introducing a fairer system of funding of long-term care. Download the report here
Health and wellbeing in the community
Public Health England has published a guide to community-centred approaches for health and wellbeing. The report provides a guide to the case for change, the concepts, the varieties of approach that have been tried and tested and sources of evidence. It concludes that local government, the NHS and the voluntary sector have vital roles in building confident and connected communities, where all groups, but especially those at the highest health risk, can tap into social support and social networks, have a voice in shaping services and are able to play an active part in community life. Download the guide here
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Young people's health and wellbeing
‘Improving young people’s health and wellbeing’ is a framework published by Public Health England (PHE) for local areas to address the health needs of young people. This framework aims to provide practical support to councillors, health and wellbeing boards, commissioners and service providers and encourage an approach focused on wellbeing and resilience. PHE has also set up a web page where you can view young people's health profiles by locality. Download the report and view the web page here
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Recognising health service volunteers
Justin Davis Smith, Executive Director of Volunteering and Development at NCVO, has written a blog entitled 'Giving health service volunteers the recognition they deserve'. He writes, "With much talk in the media about the pressures facing the NHS, it is timely to pay tribute to the thousands of people throughout the country who contribute their time, skills and compassion to the health service, and to consider what more is required to maximise their impact." Read the blog here
Reviewing investment in the health and care sector
Jo Whaley of Regional Voices has written a blog discussing the joint review of health and care sector investment in voluntary sector organisations. Jo writes, "We need proportionate commissioning practices locally and nationally, and we need multi-year agreements. It just makes more sense; more effort spent delivering and making a difference. We need to make sure no-one is falling through the gaps, outcomes need to improve across the board and health inequalities need addressing". Read the blog here
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