As the integration of health and social care is set to go live, timelines charting the journey so far have been published for both North and South Lanarkshire.

Integration is about local teams of professionals working together – alongside partners including unpaid carers, the third sector and independent sector – to deliver quality, sustainable care and services.

In line with national legislation, integrated arrangements have to be in place in North and South Lanarkshire by 1 April 2016.

With key plans for how integration will be delivered in local areas in the future now being finalised, both Health & Social Care North Lanarkshire and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care partnership are striving to ensure the process is as understandable as possible.

Recently, a glossary was published to explain key terms and acronyms.

Janice Hewitt, Chief Accountable Officer of H&SCNL explained the aim of the timeline is to bring further clarity around the integration journey.

“The publication of the timeline charts we’ve come from – and where we’re going to.

“Overall our vision is that citizens of North Lanarkshire will achieve their full potential through living safe, healthy and independent lives in their communities. We also want people to receive the information, advice support or care they need, at the right time, every time, efficiently and effectively.”

Harry Stevenson, Chief Officer of South Lanarkshire H&SCP added: “The publication of the timeline will be a valuable resource for those looking to clarify or increase their understanding of integration in South Lanarkshire.

“South Lanarkshire H&SCP’s vision is working together to improve health and wellbeing in the community – with the community. Accordingly, the timeline charts the key steps so far in the lead up to integration going live as we set out to make our vision a reality.”

Read North Lanarkshire’s timeline now
Read South Lanarkshire’s timeline now