A family shared how RISE NI @SHSCT supported their son through school difficulties and anxiety with tailored support at home, in the clinic and in school, alongside close work with his school to help him thrive. Read their full story on Care Opinion: www.careopinion.org.uk/1458472

Story spotlight ✨ This author describes their stay in hospital as a 'phenomenal experience' #RDUH. They go on to explain how their initial fears were soon allayed and subsequently lost their fear of hospitals. Read the story: www.careopinion.org.uk/1460584

✨In this story, the author shares how the kindness, understanding and expertise of her occupational therapist gave her hope, restored her confidence, and reminded her that she wasn't facing her journey alone 👇 www.careopinion.org.uk/1458891

✨ This story describes how attending group sessions run by #ChangeGrowLiveBirmingham helped this author work towards their goals and gain confidence. Read more: www.careopinion.org.uk/1438835

✍️ Our CEO, Fraser continues the 'What stories tell us about care' blog series, this time turning to the 17% of stories shared in the first half of 2026 that carried some criticality. Read the blog: www.careopinion.org.uk/blogposts/13...

✨This story shared on Care Opinion highlights how the #Podiatry team at #NAHSCP adapted their communication to support a young person on the autistic spectrum, helping them feel heard and reassured throughout their care. Read the family's kind words: www.careopinion.org.uk/1457284

Originally unsure whether to breastfeed, this author tells how attending a class at @nhsgrampian.bsky.social gave her the reassurance, advice and knowledge to make an informed decision👇 www.careopinion.org.uk/1458261

✍️ Our CEO, Fraser Gilmore has written a 3 part blog series 'What stories tell us about care'. Today we share blog #1 which explores "what stories, shared on @careopinion.org.uk in the first 6 months of 2026, can teach us". Read more here: www.careopinion.org.uk/blogposts/13...

For #NationalSchizophreniaAwarenessDay, we share this author's story about living with schizophrenia. They are grateful for the caring, attentive support of the AMH team at #RDaSH who help them feel looked after 👇 www.careopinion.org.uk/1420046

✨ This author describes how the 'compassionate person-centered care' from 2 staff members within the Specialist Community Learning Disability Service @shpu.bsky.social have left a lasting impression on them as a family. Read the story here: www.careopinion.org.uk/1455794

'Above and beyond' is how one patient described their care from #CTAC at #AngusHSCP. After facing a wait of several weeks while struggling to hear, a cancelled appointment & the extra effort to make sure they didn't miss the opportunity made all the difference. www.careopinion.org.uk/1456873

One patient chose to share their prostate cancer journey on @careopinion.org.uk. Discover the moments of care and support from #BHSCT that stayed with them throughout their experience, told in their own words. Read the full story and response👇 www.careopinion.org.uk/1455581

At @careopinion.org.uk our mission is to make it safe & simple for everyone to share their story of health & care experiences. We’re looking for an Engagement & Support Officer who shares our values & can help subscribers use online feedback effectively. www.careopinion.org.uk/info/jobs-sc...

☕ This author asks "Is coffee a realistic dream?"as they share their experience of a visit to A & E with wit and engaging storytelling #NHSCT www.careopinion.org.uk/1456411

A family recently shared what their time in Belfast City Hospital has meant to them: staff celebrating every tiny milestone, sitting with their daughter through fear, offering reassurance and even a bit of humour on the toughest days. #BHSCT Read the full story: www.careopinion.org.uk/1454985

✨ Do you thrive in a varied role where no two days are the same? We’re looking for an Engagement & Support Officer to work as part of a small, passionate team, helping subscribers make the most of Care Opinion. For more information follow this link: www.careopinion.org.uk/info/jobs-sc...

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🧵 2 of 2 This role involves supporting subscribing organisations, delivering training, helping people get the most from Care Opinion, and contributing to engagement across Scotland and the wider UK. Find out more: www.careopinion.org.uk/info/jobs-sc...

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✨Read this honest & heartwarming account of how the support from an Admiral Nurse at Herefordshire & Worcestershire Health & Care NHS Trust left the author feeling 'heard'. Click here to read the story in full: www.careopinion.org.uk/1454987

A patient shared how anxious they felt before a blood test & how Bella's kindness helped them feel supported throughout. The Treatment Room team in #NLHSCP responded with warmth: recognising the patient's courage & celebrating Bella's compassion. Read the story here: www.careopinion.org.uk/1452286

✨Today we share a story from an author who describes a breakthrough they experienced after attending the 'Overcoming Worry' sessions, run by the Steps to Wellness Team #SHSCT. To read the story click here: www.careopinion.org.uk/1453134

Today we share the heartfelt gratitude expressed for the care and communication shown by the @scotambservice.bsky.social, during an incredibly sad time for the family. Read the full story here: www.careopinion.org.uk/1453996

🐻 Stories, Stickers & Smiles: CO Bear Visits the RHCYP! 🐻 Today we bring you this new blog from @nhslothian.bsky.social where the mission was to encourage more children and young people to share their stories through Care Opinion. Read the full blog here 👇 www.careopinion.org.uk/blogposts/13...

It's #AlcoholAwarenessWeek. One person’s story on @careopinion.org.uk shares how, after struggling with alcohol and trying to cope alone, they reached out to #NHSInclusion and found support to build a healthier relationship with alcohol and move forward. 🔗 www.careopinion.org.uk/1449359

Patient voice should be closer to decision-making, but closeness alone is not enough. For people to speak honestly, it needs independence. Reform should make patient voice stronger, not tidier. read my latest blog 👇 www.careopinion.org.uk/blogposts/13... #PatientExperience @careopinion.org.uk

It's #FeedbackFriday! This week's come via @careopinion.org.uk for our Psychological Therapies Team. Well done to everyone involved #teamNHSFV 💙 www.careopinion.org.uk/1452255

A parent shares how weekly school visits from a community mental health nurse at #SouthAyrshireHSCP helped their 6-year-old daughter learn to understand and talk about her feelings. Read the full story on Care Opinion: www.careopinion.org.uk/1452866

The understanding of the person and not just the illness from the Moving Forward team at RDaSH plays an important role in this authors' journey as they find ways to live with chronic illness. Read the full story here 👇 www.careopinion.org.uk/1451842

After caring for her mum at home for many years a bed became available at St Andrew's Hospice (Lanarkshire). In her mum's final weeks, the hospice gave her something precious: the chance to step back from being a carer & simply be her daughter again. Read the story: www.careopinion.org.uk/1448889

It's #FeedbackFriday! This week's comes via @careopinion.org.uk for our Emergency Department, Urgent Care Centre and X-ray team. Well done to everyone involved #teamNHSFV 💙 www.careopinion.org.uk/1450178