Our 2026 Events Calendar is live - and it’s our biggest year yet. ✨ Whether you’re walking, running, climbing, or even firewalking, there’s a challenge with your name on it – with even more events launching soon! Do something AMAZING in 2026. Sign up 🔗https://ow.ly/8Z8L50XrFjM

Today is #WorldKindnessDay ❤️ Our Kindness Volunteers offer Kindness Calls – regular chats providing a friendly, listening ear and connection for people living with chest, heart, stroke conditions or Long Covid. Find out more🔗https://ow.ly/BSVz50XqqoV

We’re proud to announce that we’ve been re-certified with the PIF TICK – the UK’s only independently assessed mark of trusted health information. 🎉 We're also proud to be the only Scottish-registered charity with this accreditation! Explore our Resources Hub ow.ly/lETX50Xmu6X

A new chapter begins today 📖✨ Chapter One by Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland is now open - our first bookshop & community space in the heart of Glasgow. Find us at 16 Trongate, Glasgow - open every day 10am – 5pm📍

This #WorldStrokeDay, we're joining forces with @scotambservice.bsky.social to remind everyone across Scotland to know the signs of stroke and #ActFAST.​ Face drooped on one side?​ Arm weakness?​ Speech slurred?​ Time is critical​ ​Any one of these symptoms could be a stroke. Call 999.​

The Policy & Campaigns team are back out and about at Party Conferences again this weekend! Kirsty is at the @scottishgreens.org conference chatting to members about our calls for the 2026 election - come say hi!

Thank you to the Cabinet Secretary for Health, Neil Gray MSP for joining CHSS Chief Exec, Jane-Claire Judson for a thought-provoking conversation on public health at our #SNP25 fringe event yesterday. Thanks also to @libbybrooks.bsky.social for chairing & everyone who joined the discussion.

🧗‍♀️ Huge well done to Geraldine, Marion, Shaun and Lauren from our team, who abseiled 165ft from the Forth Bridge on Sunday to raise funds for @chsscotland.bsky.social. 💙 They raised over £2,000 - with our match funding boosting that by another £1,000!

We've launched our 2026 Scottish Parliament Manifesto: Our Voice, Our Votes, Our Asks. This manifesto is not just a list of demands – it’s a blueprint for a fairer, healthier Scotland. Read our full manifesto and back our Manifesto Campaign 👉 www.chss.org.uk/policy-and-c...

Advice Line Living Well Coordinator role with @chsscotland.bsky.social leading and developing a team of volunteers who provide telephone-based wellbeing support to people living with long-term conditions tinyurl.com/5ppyjwu5 £22,000 – £24,000 #Remote

"Last month we got married surrounded by the people we love. The support I got from Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland is part of what made that possible..." Read Michael's story 👉 www.chss.org.uk/michael/?utm...

After his stroke, Michael had a big goal in mind. Get down on one knee and propose to Holly.💍 From his hospital bed to walking down the aisle. Your support can help someone rebuild their life. Please donate to help more people get their life back.👉 chss.org.uk/michael?utm_...

(1/6) Earlier this year the Scottish Government opened a consultation period to review their approach and policy for the care and support of those with long–term conditions as they investigate the possibility of a new “integrated” framework.

Michael was just 30 when he suffered two life-changing strokes. When stroke turns your life upside down, recovery can feel impossible. But with the right support, it is possible.🤝 Read Michael’s story & donate now to help someone get their life back.👉 ow.ly/jnuV50Wp0gh

Health Defence Lead (Grampian & East) with @chsscotland.bsky.social a key role as part of their prevention services! tinyurl.com/2k2k57hj £33,862 hybrid with travel across Grampian and East of Scotland

Recognising the signs of a stroke can save a life. Share this video with your family and friends. Knowing this could make all the difference. #ActFAST

Make a real difference from home ⭐ We have volunteers from across Scotland already getting involved. Will you be next? Apply today and volunteer your way with CHSS: ow.ly/UPGG50W0Ce9

I'm pleased to support @chsscotland.bsky.social‬ #TartanTeaParty, which raises vital funds to support the 1 in 5 Scots affected by chest, heart, stroke or long covid conditions. Why not run your own Tartan Tea Party on or around National Tea Day, 21st May? www.chss.org.uk/tartan-tea-p...

It’s the second week of #StrokeAwarenessMonth and the #StoryOfStroke continues.📚 Every stroke has a story, and we're here to support you through every chapter.🤝 Call our Advice Line on freephone 0808 801 0899 or email [email protected] 🔗chss.org.uk/services

#StrokeAwarenessMonth Recognise the Signs of a Stroke: Act FAST! F - Face drooping 😟 A - Arm weakness 💪 S - Speech difficulty 🗣️ T - Time to call emergency services ⏰ Every second counts. Act FAST. ❤️🚑 #ActFAST

Brewing up support ☕ Thank you to the MSPs who joined us @parliament.scot to show their support for our Tartan Tea Parties! 🥳 Pop the kettle on and host a #TartanTeaParty for the 1 in 5 people in Scotland affected by our conditions. Make your cuppa count👉https://www.chss.org.uk/tartan-tea-party/

This May to mark #StrokeAwarenessMonth, we are launching #StoryOfStroke a month-long awareness campaign that shares the real, personal journeys of stroke survivors and their families.

Are you up for it? ✨ Join us on Sun 28th Sept and abseil 165ft from Scotland’s famous red bridge. 🙌 Tick this amazing challenge off your bucket list and raise vital funds to help make sure there’s no life half lived in Scotland. 👏 Sign-up now 👉 www.abseil.scot

Community Events & Corporate Fundraiser with @chsscotland.bsky.social responsible for developing the mass community participation strand of their income generation strategy tinyurl.com/nhensts7 £35,092 Edinburgh/hybrid

Nurses on a mission to make every cuppa count! ☕💛 A team of nurses at the University Hospital Wishaw hosted a #TartanTeaParty to raise vital funds and mark their colleague’s retirement. 🥳They raised an incredible £386! 👏 Read more: ow.ly/hHqR50VCq50

REMINDER - Your GP, pharmacy, or dental service may have reduced hours or be closed entirely on #Easter Monday (21/04/25). Check the opening hours in advance so you are prepared if you need assistance. 📅 www.nhsinform.scot/scotlands-service-directory 🌼 www.nhsinform.scot/spring

🧠 Strathclyde and CHSS are extending their partnership to advance technology-driven rehabilitation 📍 @unistrathclyde.bsky.social @chsscotland.bsky.social 👇 Learn more glasgowcityofscienceandinnovation.com/strathclyde-... #StrokeRehabilitation #AIInHealthcare #StrathclydeResearch

Quality Assurance Lead with @chsscotland.bsky.social creating an environment in which excellence in care and a culture of transparency is fostered and will be a driving force of transformative change! tinyurl.com/2s4kp4fk Circa £35,000 Edinburgh/hybrid

Our Pathways to Progress project will build the Living Wage movement in social care. We have two exciting vacancies, for an Engagement & Learning Officer, and a Research Officer. Please share with your networks! www.povertyalliance.org/about-us/rec...

Jane-Claire Judson, CHSS CEO, responding to the Spring Statement 2025: “At a time when many people living with long-term health conditions are struggling to access the support they need..." Read more: tinyurl.com/mwsnxkj2

The UK gov has announced major changes to diability benefits that could impact many disabled people & those unable to work due to health conditions. If you have questions or concerns, our Advice Line is here for you. 📞 Call freephone 0808 801 0899 📧Email [email protected]

Join us for a Drop-In Event at Biggart Hospital to find out more about the services and support we can provide to you in your area. 🗓 Date: Thursday 27th March ⏰ Time: 2pm – 3:30pm 📍 Location: Biggart Hospital, Buchanan Ward

Community Stroke Nurse role with @chsscotland.bsky.social providing support to people with chest, heart and stroke conditions to live life to the full again in Grampian £34,015 Hybrid (home/Aberdeen Royal Infirmary) tinyurl.com/ycy5zbvb

📢 It’s #StudentVolunteeringWeek! Volunteering isn’t just about giving back— it’s about gaining skills, boosting your CV & meeting new people along the way. Whether you’ve got loads of time or just a little, we’ve got flexible opportunities for you!🔗 chss.org.uk/volunteering

Happy #SCVOGathering Day 2 to all who celebrate! 🎉 Thanks to everyone who came to yesterday's session focusing on our collaborative work on Women's Health: chss.org.uk/services/phy... We hope you got the chance for a chat or joined us on today's Health Walk 👋 @scvo.scot @scottishfa.bsky.social

Really enjoyed my Link up and learn session with @chsscotland.bsky.social and all the fabulous health care professional today. So sorry there was a sound glitch during Q&A, but if you still have any more questions on mirror therapy, please let me know. 🪞💪🧠

Today is #StrokePreventionDay - Early detection & healthy lifestyle changes can save lives. Regular blood pressure checks are key. Make small changes to reduce your risk: eat healthy, stay active, stop smoking & manage your mental wellbeing. Learn more 🔗 www.chss.org.uk/resources-hub/

For our first BlueSky post, a HUGE thank you to our supporters, volunteers & fundraisers for making 2024 incredible! 💛 We helped 527k+ people, answered 3k+ Advice Line calls & raised £13.5M to support 1 in 5 Scots living with chest, heart, stroke & Long Covid. There’s #NoLifeHalfLived! 🙌❤️