Meet members of the Fife Wide Public Engagement Forum, who share their experiences and perspectives on being involved in shaping health and social care across Fife.
Joyce Wilkinson
It’s only recently that I’ve become involved in the Forum but already I feel a part of the public ‘team’, users of Fife health and social care services and people who are really committed to improving these services for the benefit of others as well as themselves. We’re all experts in our own health conditions and experience of using services and so I feel that it gives me the opportunity to be part of something bigger, sit alongside like-minded people and contribute to a better health and social care future for Fife.
Jim Pearson
I joined the Forum in October 2024 when I attended the first meeting in Glenrothes. I enjoy the meetings and I’m keen to continue to be a member and hear about things that are happening in health and social care. I feel it’s important for people to get involved and share their views and I have encouraged other people to do the same
Steve Callaghan
I joined the Forum because, as I get older, I want to have a say in making sure health and social care services are good, not only for me and my family, but also for the men attending the shed and for the wider community. The future of health and social care services matters to people, and I am keen to understand what is available in Fife, particularly for older people and those affected by alcohol and drug issues. When I first considered joining the Forum, I wanted to know that it had real influence and was not just a talking shop where nothing changes. I am happy to be involved because I feel it is worthwhile, and I feel positive about the future of the Forum.