Conservative politicians “firmly opposed” to merger plan for day opportunities service
A Renfrewshire MSP and councillor have said they are “firmly opposed” to new proposals that would reduce services for vulnerable people.
Winter health advice for Scots gets a digital upgrade
NHS 24 has launched its annual winter health preparedness campaign with Michael Matheson MSP, Cabinet Secretary for NHS Recovery, Health and Social Care. The ‘Healthy Know How’ campaign helps people
Renfrewshire health hero picks up Scottish Health Award
One of NHS Renfrewshire HSCP’s healthcare heroes was celebrated at this year’s Scottish Health Awards 2023, scooping the Leader of the Year Award.
Tailored healthcare support for Veterans under new scheme for GPs
Veterans and the families of those in the armed forces are to receive more tailored healthcare under a new scheme for GPs.
Kibble Specialist Intervention Service celebrates its 20th anniversary
More than 1,500 children have benefited from a unique support service offered by Kibble which is celebrating its 20th anniversary.
Childline: More than half of all phone sessions focus on children struggling with mental health issues
More than half of all counselling sessions delivered by Childline to children in Scotland last year focused on young people struggling with mental health issues.
Support over-65s in Renfrewshire with lifeline shopping deliveries
Renfrewshire residents can directly support older people in the region by sponsoring boxes which carry lifeline shopping deliveries to over-65s in their homes
MSP raises concerns over increase in older people facing financial hardship
New research from Age Scotland has revealed a substantial increase in the number of older people facing financial hardship.
Renfrewshire’s programme for Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival gets underway
A series of events, exhibitions and workshops are scheduled to take place across Renfrewshire in support of mental health and wellbeing as part of the annual Scottish Mental Health Arts
Renfrewshire care workforce vacancies increase by 58% since 2020
Scottish Liberal Democrat campaigner, Jack Clark, has highlighted figures from the Care Inspectorate which show ‘severe challenges’ in Renfrewshire’s care workforce.