South Ayrshire HSCP has hosted the Independent Sector Lead role ( 2.5 days per week) since the inception of the Integration legislation and the focus of the role has consistently been one of strategic representation of the sector across the Partnership.
I have been in post for almost 10 years, having previously worked as an Occupational Therapist; I also held a voluntary role as a Director for a local Third Sector Care Home.
More recently I have completed Advanced Level Gestalt Coach Training
What are you currently working on
Strategic representation including IJB member
NHS Ayrshire & Arran Whole System Stroke Pathway programme
Locality based Care Home Managers’ Peer Forums
I am Scottish Care’s representative on National SLWG Review of Equipment and Adaptations in Care Homes Guidance.
Future Plans ,Areas of Work and Upcoming Events
Implementation of Trusted Assessor Model
National ASP Awareness Day – local event ‘ASP in Supportive Settings’
