The 5 July 2023 marks the 75th Anniversary of the NHS in Scotland. Over its 75 years, the NHS has continually adapted and responded in order to meet the health needs of the people of Scotland.
Our NHS and social care services are still under pressure and remain extremely busy, however, the West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership continues to respond in remarkable ways with our staff showing extraordinary commitment and dedication.
Across West Dunbartonshire we have seen huge efforts from individuals and teams delivering services and support to people within our communities. This has been in the context of one of the most challenging periods we have ever faced.
The social care system is also 75 years old this year.
There has never been a better time to recognise those working in and with our NHS and social care system and on behalf of myself, the Integrated Joint Board and my senior management team we want to say a big thank you to all our teams across West Dunbartonshire. Your extraordinary efforts are seen and greatly appreciated.
As we recognise how far we’ve come in 75 years and how our health and social care system continues to respond to our needs, we also look to the future where we will continue to collaborate and innovate together and to renew and reform our whole health and social care system. Our vision is, working with the people of West Dunbartonshire, to create a healthier population, where everyone lives in a place they can call home, in communities that care, doing things that matter to them, leading healthy, happy and fulfilling lives, and, when they need it, receiving care and support that prioritises independence, control, choice and recovery.
With very best wishes.
Beth Culshaw,
Chief Officer
