RDaSH urges members to help shape health service

HEALTH service users are being urged to run for governor of their mental health provider.
Lawson Pater, RDaSH chairmanLawson Pater, RDaSH chairman
Lawson Pater, RDaSH chairman

Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) has 16 governors’ seats up for grabs, with nominations closing May 21.

The trust is keen to hear from anyone interested in helping to shape their future NHS services.

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Lawson Pater, trust chairman, said: “The governor role is a very rewarding one.

“It’s an opportunity to play a pivotal role in developing services and influencing how decisions are made.

“If you want get involved in your local NHS, please consider standing as one of our governors and give a voice to local people.”

Governors need no special qualifications — just enthusiasm, a desire to help shape care and willingness to dedicate a small portion of time.

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Anyone 16 or over and a registered member of RDaSH can put themselves forward for the role.

All the necessary training and support for those elected will be provided.

To find out more and to nominate, visit www.rdash.nhs.uk and search for “election news 2018”.

Interested people can also telephone free on 0800 015 0370 or email [email protected].