Workshop Invitation: Ethical Commissioning for the Independent Sector – A Rural Perspective

Workshop Invitation: Ethical Commissioning for the Independent Sector – A Rural Perspective

How can ethical commissioning support the unique care needs of rural communities?

Scottish Care members and other interested stakeholders are invited to a bespoke workshop session on 27 March 2024, from 14:00 – 16:30, at the Inverness Creative Academy.

As part of a roundtable and Q & A session, you are invited to learn from and share your experiences with expert local stakeholders from NHS Highland and Scottish Care, on:

  • Barriers and levels to care delivery within rural and island communities
  • Cases of good commissioning practice across the locality
  • Ways to support the ongoing participation of rural/highland communities within the NCS/commissioning discussion

Spaces are available to book, free of charge, through Eventbrite.

The session will come with teas, coffees and snacks, and do let us know us any dietary and/or accessibility requirements.

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