Connecting and Reconnecting: Green Health Network Online Event
We were delighted to welcome our network members to the first in a series of networking events that we will be providing throughout the year.
Event summary
The first event was all about reconnecting and getting to know each other along with finding out what members are looking for from this network. The top three things that came out of the discussion were:
- Sharing good practice and sharing learning
- Information on what’s happening
- Exploring partnerships and collaboration
Upcoming dates
We will be running a series of events throughout the year to connect people and practice across NHS Lothian and beyond. We will be featuring some of the amazing projects that are already happening and hear about how people have collaborated to overcome some of the barriers.
- Tuesday, 14 November 2023, 12 midday to 1pm
- Wednesday, 6 March 2024, 12 midday to 1pm
Be the first to receive notifications of our upcoming events by joining our Green Health Network.
Why should I attend?
Our Green Health events are a great way to:
- Share ideas and learning
- Make connections with others
- Contribute to professional development
Who is it for?
These online sessions are suitable for current Network members and any NHS Lothian staff or voluntary sector partners who feel passionately about the benefits of nature and their potential to improve health and tackle climate change.
If you feel passionately about the benefits of nature and its potential to improve health and tackle climate change, why not join our Green Health Network?
Get a feel for some of the things we discuss at our networking events by watching our short videos below:
Creating Green Breathing Spaces
In this short recording, Inga Cosway from the Work Well team, gives us some insight into the work being undertaken to develop the “New Royal Mile” at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh and also introduces the new ‘Put Your Emotional PPE On’ campaign.
Watch here
Using the NHS Estate for Therapeutic Activities
In this short recording, Linda Walker, Head Occupational Therapist for Adult, Forensic and Older People’s Health Services shares her experience of working from the Royal Edinburgh Hospital to deliver therapeutic activities on NHS grounds.
Watch here
The Transitional Power of Gardens
In this short recording, Chris Jones, Patient Engagement Coordinator with Cyrenians, working at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital and Astley Ainslie Hospital, talks about work undertaken to develop meaningful and active participation in different areas of hospital grounds.
Watch here
Making Space for Nature
In this short recording, Jim Scott, Grounds Supervisor at the Western General Hospital, talks about what goes on behind the scenes.
Watch here