Heath and Care Standards (Wales) 2015 – Support From PAVO

In April this year the Welsh Government published their revised Health and Care Standards. In response PAVO has published an introductory guide ‘Health and Care Standards: What do they mean for my organisation?’ which aims to explain the context and relevance of the Standards to third sector and voluntary organisations and offer simple pointers as to where to go next. In addition to the guide PAVO has also refreshed its webpages regarding the Health and Care Standards.

PAVO is running a series of training events on the topic – across Powys and virtually as a webinar – to help organisations who wish to engage with the Standards. Additional web-resources include a self-assessment tool, due to go-live early in 2016, which will allow organisations to quickly and easily work out which of the Standards apply to their work. To receive PAVO updates on the tool and other materials becoming available over time sign-up here.

This work is being carried out by PAVO’s Intermediate Care Development Officer, George Stroud who can give bespoke information and support on this and other topics to organisations whose work helps older people, people with long term health conditions and their carers to maintain, or regain, their independence. PAVO’s Intermediate Care Volunteer Officer, Sally Yigit is also available to help health and social care organisations to recruit and support volunteers. You can contact George and Sally at:george.stroud@pavo.org.uk and sally.yigit@pavo.org.uk or by calling 01597 822191.