Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership HSCP

10/09/2026

Could you help save a life?

Free Applied Su***de Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is available for people aged 16+ who live or work in Argyll and Bute.

This two-day workshop helps participants develop the confidence and skills to: ✅ Recognise when someone may be thinking about su***de
✅ Intervene safely and effectively
✅ Create a safety plan
✅ Provide su***de first aid and support
✅ Understand the impact of attitudes and stigma on help-seeking

Upcoming dates: 📍 Dunoon: 23-24 September 2026
📍 Lochgilphead: 18-19 November 2026
📍 Campbeltown: 20-21 January 2027
📍 Oban: 25-26 March 2027

The training is free and no prior experience is needed, for moree information visit https://www.ablivingwell.org/mental-health-and-su***de-prevention-training

For more information or support with booking, email: 📧 [email protected]

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10/09/2026

New Orthotists team strengthens local service across Argyll and Bute - To read the full press release visit https://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/news/2026/09/new-orthotists-team-strengthens-local-service-across-argyll-and-bute/

10/09/2026

𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 - To read the full press release visit https://ow.ly/tGsT50ZLGhO

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07/09/2026

📢 Attention Kintyre Residents

Have your say on the future of care home services in Argyll and Bute.

Paper copies of the Care Home Review survey are now available from Campbeltown Medical Practice, Stewart Road, Campbeltown (PA28 6AT). Once completed, please return your survey to the GP reception.

If you are unable to pick up a paper copy, you can complete the survey online via the link the following link https://nhsh.uk.engagementhq.com/future-of-care-homes-in-argyll-and-bute

Your feedback will help inform future planning and development of care home services across Argyll and Bute.

05/09/2026

📢 Mull & Iona residents, we want to hear from you!

The Argyll and Bute HSCP Care Home Review is looking at future care home provision, and your views are vital in helping shape future services.
Join us at our local engagement event:

📅 Friday 11 September�⏰ 11am to 3pm�📍 Alice Lambert Room, Mull & Iona Community Trust

Or attend our online session:

📅 Monday 5 October�⏰ 6.30pm to 8pm
If you can't attend, you can still share your views by completing our survey. https://nhsh.uk.engagementhq.com/future-of-care-homes-in-argyll-and-bute

Your voice matters. Help shape the future of care in Mull and Iona. 💙

04/09/2026

📢 Have Your Say on the Future of Care Homes in Islay, Jura & Colonsay

Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership wants to hear from local residents as part of our Care Home Review engagement programme.

Your views will help shape future care provision and ensure services meet the needs of local communities.

📍 In-person event�🗓 Thursday 8 October�🕚 11am to 3pm�📌 Islay Gaelic Centre, Bowmore, PA43 7LN

💻 Or join us online�🗓 Monday 5 October�🕡 6.30pm to 8pm�📌 Register Now 384cac9a-e67b-453b-abfa-04999a8e715b@10efe0bd-a030-4bca-809c-b5e6745e499a?source=copyLinkLegacyShareEventDialog" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/384cac9a-e67b-453b-abfa-04999a8e715b@10efe0bd-a030-4bca-809c-b5e6745e499a?source=copyLinkLegacyShareEventDialog

Can't attend? You can still share your views by completing our online survey. https://nhsh.uk.engagementhq.com/future-of-care-homes-in-argyll-and-bute

We encourage residents, families, carers, staff and community members to get involved and help influence the future of care home services in Argyll and Bute.

03/09/2026

03/09/2026

📢 Campbeltown Residents – Have Your Say!

We're inviting local residents to take part in our Care Home Review Engagement and help shape future care home provision in Argyll and Bute.

📍 Campbeltown Town Hall�📅 Friday 4 September�⏰ 11am to 3pm

Or join us online:
💻 Online Engagement Event�📅 Monday 5 October�⏰ 6.30pm to 8pm registration link will follow shortly

Can't attend? You can still share your views by completing our survey. https://nhsh.uk.engagementhq.com/future-of-care-homes-in-argyll-and-bute

03/09/2026

🚶‍♂️🏥 REMINDER: The Cowal GP Walk-In Centre is now open for longer!

The service is now available every Thursday and Friday from 12 noon to 8 pm, with the final walk-in appointment available at 7.30 pm.

The walk-in centre provides access to same-day care and appointments are offered based on clinical need and available capacity.

✅ Open Thursdays and Fridays
✅ 12 noon to 8pm
✅ Last walk-in appointment at 7.30 pm

Please remember: 🔴 If you have chest pain, severe breathing difficulties, signs of stroke or severe bleeding, call 999 or attend A&E immediately.

📞 For advice on minor injuries or urgent health concerns, contact NHS 24 by dialling 111.

03/09/2026

If your child is in primary or secondary school, look out for their consent form from school flu with a wee scoosh.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/childflu