Patient, Carer and Family Reference Group

We're excited to share the launch of our  Integrated Improvement Plan, which sets out the key changes we want to see across the Trust to help us move forward together.

The plan focuses on five main areas:

• Patient Safety and Quality Improvement
• Pursuing Operational Excellence
• Finance and Productivity
• People and Culture
• Leadership and Governance

The plan is structured in phases, starting with immediate actions and continuing with long-term changes over the next three years-all aimed at delivering meaningful, lasting improvements.  To make the plan a success, we need input from both our patients and carers.  We'd love for you to join our  Patient, Carer and Family Reference Group  to share your thoughts and represent the views of patients and carers.

Why do we need you?

The Patient, Carer and Family Reference Group (PCFRG) has been established by the Integrated Improvement Board (IIPB) to provide advice on and oversee the Trust's progress on the Integrated Improvement Plan (IIP) from a patient, carer and family perspective.  More information about the Integrated Improvement Plan can be found by clicking here.

What will you be doing?

The Patient, Carer and Family Reference group will provide meaningful engagement and involvement with the Trust to influence service improvements and transformation.  The group is responsible for:

• Offering advice/ideas/insight around the Integrated Improvement Plan and how we strengthen patient and carer voice and participation
• Check and constructively challenge progress on the Integrated Improvement Plan and how we strengthen patient and carer voice and participation
• Ensure wider connection with the communities and services the Trust serves.

The role will suit you if:

• You have experience of using our services, or are a carer or family member of someone that has
• You are confident in speaking and asking questions and can put your views across, or question other people's views , in a respectful way
• Understand the importance of confidentiality and inclusivity

What you can expect from us:

• We will make you feel welcome, included and valued.
• You will get training, support & recognition for your contribution.
• You can claim out of pocket expenses (for example travel - in line with our policy).

What we need from you:

• A commitment to attend monthly meetings held on the first Friday of every month in person at our IEV Hub in Mapperley, Nottingham, or online using MS Teams
• Complete the Involvement Partner registration form (details below)

Details of the Opportunity

How/When:  Meetings are held on the first Friday of every month, 1 - 3pm,  at our IEV Hub in Mapperley, Nottingham, or you can attend online via MS Teams

Who runs the group:  The group is primarily run by service users, carers and family members.  There is also support from Trust staff.  For more information contact  maxine.parr@nottshc.nhs.uk

How to register your interest in joining the group:  You will need to register as an Involvement Partner to join this group.  By doing this you will receive help and support to join the group, relevant training, and you will be able to claim out of pocket expenses (for travel to get to and from the meeting for example).  It also means that you will find out about other projects that may interest you.  Click here if you would like register as an involvement partner  (entering the title:  Patient, Carer and Families Reference Group  when asked).