Enabling arts on display

Enabling arts on display

The Kylepark Assessment and Treatment Unit at Kirklands HQ is currently showcasing an exhibition of artwork produced by community and inpatients as part of their occupational therapy intervention. The Occupational Therapy Enabling Arts group is an assessment and treatment programme which uses creative arts as therapy for people with learning disabilities. Jacqueline Evans and Kathleen […]

Ransomware update: Q&As

1.    What if someone does not work on a Friday and is unable to leave their PC/laptop on this week? The machine will download the patches the next time it is switched on. 2.  Can I switch all the PC/laptops in the office on for colleagues who are not here, or do they need to be […]

Step up for the distance challenge

Step up for the distance challenge

Staff in the busy the busy emergency department at Hairmyres Hospital are used to being on their feet all day – so they thought they might as well see how much ground they actually cover.   They’ve signed up for the Step Count Challenge, wearing pedometers to log how many steps they do over a […]

Cottages.com Discount for NHS Staff

Cottages.com Discount for NHS Staff

Cottages.com offers a wonderful selection of stunning properties across the UK, Ireland, France and Italy, giving you a chance to relax, unwind, and enjoy precious family time together. From coast to country, cosy cottages to grand villas, a cottage.com holiday is sure to be a truly special memorable one. Also, they offer baby and toddler […]

A date with kindness

We are all being asked to make the next year one of kindness by supporting the ’52 weeks of kindness’ campaign. It encourages everyone to carry out acts of kindness and continue this every week of the year. It was launched on national Breathing Space Day on 1 February – the day which urges us […]