South Lanarkshire locals invited to shape future of Kilbryde Hospice care at community roadshows
Kilbryde Hospice is to host a series of community roadshows across South Lanarkshire.
The roadshows will take place in October, following the East Kilbride-based palliative care centre's open Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, September 17.
These events will be an important opportunity for local people to shape the future of hospice care in East Kilbride and Strathaven, Rutherglen and Cambuslang and Hamilton and Blantyre.
The AGM will bring together trustees, staff, volunteers and community representatives to reflect on the past year and outline strategic priorities going forward.
Three local roadshows will invite open discussion on Kilbryde Hospice's impact and future plans:
Wednesday, October 1 – St Columbkille's Church Hall, Rutherglen;
Wednesday, October 22 – Blantyre/Hamilton (venue tbc);
Wednesday, October 29 – Calderwood Baptist Church, East Kilbride.
'These roadshows are more than just meetings - they reaffirm our vital role in the heart of the communities we serve,' said Gordon McHugh, chief executive of Kilbryde Hospice.
'We want to hear what matters most and ensure Kilbryde continues to meet local needs with compassion, dignity and respect.'
Kilbryde Hospice invites all those with an interest in palliative care and community support to attend and share their views.
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