Transcript Why a LINks Stakeholder day? John Rutherford – Bolton Council

Why a LINks Stakeholder day?
John Rutherford
Director of Adult Services – Bolton Council
Content
• Aims of the day
• Current progress
• How we want LINKs to work in Bolton?
AIMS OF THE EVENT
• Share information on the establishment and
implications of LINks developments
• Share information on current public consultation and
involvement initiatives in health and social care in
Bolton
• Share information on current structures influencing
public consultation in Bolton
• Begin to identify key elements of a model for the
development of the Bolton LINk
Current progress in Bolton
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Engagement with interested groups
Set up Transitional Group – November 2007
Assistance from an external independent consultant
Advertised for Host Organisation – first closing date
25th February - interviews April/May
• 1st Stakeholder day
• Planning transitional arrangements – Feb/March 08
The Bolton Way
• Build on current PPI and social care involvement
• Aim for strong local presence
• Integrate with other community and involvement
activities
• Try to maintain excellent volunteer base