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Research project: can you help?
The aim of the investigation is to study the effectiveness of this prototype communication tool which has been designed for use with people using Ankle-Foot Orthosis (AFOs) who have communication problems as a result of a stroke.
- This study will help in deciding how this tool should continue to be developed and whether the tool fulfils the role for which it is intended.
- If you are willing to take part in the project you will be asked to attend the National Centre for Prosthetics and Orthotics (NCPO) at the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow for two separate half day sessions. The other people who have agreed to take part will also attend these same days.
- It is being carried out by a final year honours student studying orthotics at the University of Strathclyde.
For more information please contact: Rosemary Dekker
We have landed on the moon!
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland's community heart & chest support groups have achieved their aim of getting The Inverclyde Globetrotters to the moon!
Over the last four months they have walked, run, cycled and danced a total of over 240,000 miles.
Their feat has had the backing of one of Britain's best known figures, astronomer Sir Patrick Moore, as well as several members of the Scottish Parliament. More information here.
Happy New Year from everyone at CHSS!
CHSS would like to wish you a very happy and healthy 2012.
- Find out how we can support you by contacting one of our Advice Line nurses.
- If you would like to donate your time, find out what volunteering opportunities are available.
- If you would like to help us raise valuable funds, find out how to get involved by contacting our fundraising team.
New online resource for carers
stroke4carers.org is a new project developed in collaboration with CHSS, National Advisory Committee for Stroke, University of Edinburgh and Big Lottery Fund Scotland, to set up a free online website specifically for unpaid carers , family and friends of people after a stroke.
This new site will have interactive features with simple explanations of symptoms and practical help and information to help carers and families wherever they live in Scotland.
CHSS is working with NHS Fife Stroke Managed Clinical Network to develop a DVD as an additional support tool.
What do you think of our website?
We are in the process of reviewing our website and we would love to hear your views!
We are conducting an online survey until Nov 21st 2011. We also have paper questionnaires available. To get a copy, or to chat through your thoughts, please contact:
Mandy Calder, Health Information Officer:
- Tel: 0131 225 6963
- Email: Mandy Calder
Thank you!
Vote for CHSS!!
We have applied for a grant from RBS Communities Force towards our Long Term Conditions Self Management Class in West Lothian.
Grants are decided by a public vote with the top projects in each area receiving £6k, £3k and £1k.
Please take the time to go to this website and register your vote (everyone gets 3 votes so you can support another two projects if you want!) and please forward this on to anyone you can, the more votes the better.
Thank you!
World COPD Day: 16th Nov 2011
Nov 16th is World COPD Day. This day is an international campaign to raise awareness of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
It is important to raise awareness of COPD as there are an estimated 2.8 million people in the UK who have this disease, but are not aware of it. Often by the time people are diagnosed they have been unwell for a long time without any support.
By raising awareness of COPD people will be able to identify symptoms, or reduce their risks, which means they can get the right advice and support to help improve their quality of life.
CHSS is marking the World COPD Day 2011 annual campaign, by supporting over 30 events in different places in Scotland.
CHSS Advice Line Nurses Take On The Challenge!
The Advice Line nurses are taking part in the Ladies Driving Challenge
on 11th September 2011 to raise money for people affected by chest, heart and stroke illness.
The nurses will drive forklift trucks, fire engines, police cars, heavy goods vehicles and more at Ingliston in Edinburgh.
Please support the Advice Line by making a donation on our JustGiving page. Every penny counts!
Thank you!
Golf Competition Winner
Congratulations to Mr George Vance for his winning bid of £250 for the round of golf for two at the Duke's golf course!
Thank you to all those who entered bids and for Volkswagon (VW) Centre in Edinburgh for the donation of the prize
Lunar Trek
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland is supporting this exciting initiative during the month of September 2011. Inspired by the Inverclyde Globetrotters, an affiliated heart group from Greenock, who injected some fun into their exercise by undertaking various 'virtual tours' over the past 3 years. With 50,000 miles under their belt, they're aiming to reach the moon by the end of September!
All affiliated Chest & Heart groups are being encouraged to help them 'reach for the moon' and collectively take enough steps to complete the 238,857 mile trek.
More information can be obtained from our Lunar Trek page where you can download our flyer and find details of how to get an information pack.
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Always wanted to play a round on one of the world famous courses at St Andrews?
Well, here's your chance to win a round of golf for two at The Duke's Course by St Andrews and support the vital work of Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland at the same time!
This amazing prize has kindly been donated to Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland by Volkswagon Van Centre Edinburgh and therefore 100% of the winning bid will go to CHSS. Currently at high season (until mid October) this prize is worth £230 in total and promises a great day on a beautiful course.
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland is auctioning this fantastic prize via a Blind Auction, with the top bid winning. To participate in this auction you need to submit your top bid for the prize:
- By emailing: fundraising@chss.org.uk or
- By post to: Golf Blind Auction Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland Rosebery House 9 Haymarket Terrace Edinburgh EH12 5EZ
Please include the following on your entry:
- Your name
- Your bid
- A contact telephone number or email address (this will only be used if you are the winner)
A minimum bid of £80 has been set and any offers over this will be accepted. All bids must be received by midday on Monday 22 August to qualify and the prize winners will be announced at 1pm on our website and Facebook page.
T&C 1. The highest bid will win the prize. If the highest bid is made by more than one person then the winning bid will be drawn from a hat. 2. The vouchers are valid until 31st March 2012. 3. Only one bid per email or postal entry. 4. It is free to submit a bid. 5. No more than three bids per person will be permitted. 6. The prize will be sent to the winner following receipt of their promised donation. 7. A bid is construed as a legal agreement to purchase the prize at the amount in the bid. All bidders must be 18 years of age or above.
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CHSS celebrates the 10th anniversary of our Stroke Education and Training Service
The CHSS Stroke Education and Training Service was set up in 2001, in partnership with NHS Lothian, to improve the knowledge and skills of health and social care staff caring for stroke patients.
Due to the success of this initiative several other NHS Boards now also offer education and training initiatives in partnership with Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland, developed using the Lothian model.
During the past 10 years the Stroke Training Coordinators have delivered more than 200 courses and study days to over 2000 staff in total. Participants have included health and social care staff and carers of people who have had a stroke.
The courses are regularly evaluated and show that participants feel that they have increased their professional knowledge, skills and confidence by attending. Patients and carers are also actively involved in the design and development of courses and this provides a real insight into how the care given effects service users directly.
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland also work closely with NHS Scotland to provide national stroke education and training, including a very successful stroke e–learning resource and competency toolkits for stroke unit staff.
A celebration of the past 10 years of stroke training was held at a special study day on the 8th June 2011 at the The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. It was attended by members of the Lothian Stroke MCN, CHSS stroke trainers, CHSS stroke nurses and NHS staff who marked the anniversary with a special birthday cake.
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