Royal Voluntary Service (RVS) Forth Valley, Strathcarron Hospice, and FoodTrain have recently launched a new Winter Pressures project, in order to help support NHS Forth Valley through the winter.

As part of the project, RVS and their partners provide a Hospital Link Worker Service (HLWS) and coordinated community “out of hospital” wrap around care across Forth Valley. The HLWS will bring together a range of organisations to support patients on their discharge from hospital, putting them at the centre of the service. The project’s person-centred focus aims to put control and choice in the hands of the patient, tailoring support to the individual and their needs.

The project is currently looking to hear from any knitting groups who would be willing to create and donate hats, scarves and gloves for both men and women, in various sizes, to support people during hospital admissions and discharges within Forth Valley Royal Hospital.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the items will need to be new and unused.

Those interested in donating, or for further information, can contact RVS Forth Valley to arrange a drop-off, by phone: 01786 450718.