Why get involved?
LINks are relevant to you and your family. By becoming involved you can:
• get attention for neglected issues or ideas
• influence those who make decisions about new or existing health & social care services
• help the community speak with a stronger local voice
• help services provide better care.
Who can join?
Anyone can join – carers, service users, community leaders, patient representatives … everyone’s views matter. Groups can also join – charities, faith groups, residents’ associations, youth councils, black and minority ethnic organisations, business federations … anyone who wants to make sure that the needs of their community are listened to. Each and everyone’s views will be taken seriously by us.
What does getting involved mean?
It’s up to you how and when you get involved with Kingston's LINk. You might just want to be kept up to date with our activities. Examples of involvement include:
• Taking a few minutes to answer a survey
• Attending an occasional meeting on an issue that interests you
• Getting involved in an online group looking at a specific issue
• Becoming an authorised representative who visits and observes how services operate.
