Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS highlights work of Allied Health Professions on national awareness day
Date posted: 14th October 2023
Tomorrow (14 October) is Allied Health Professions (AHPs) Day, where teams across the country and internationally connect to celebrate the role they play in supporting the NHS.
As the third-largest clinical workforce within health and care, allied health professions are vital in supporting the NHS Long Term Plan.
AHPs Day is an annual occasion for AHPs in England and further afield to unite and revel in their contribution. This day offers a platform to spotlight the remarkable impact AHPs have on the delivery of care. The collaborations across services, organisations, regions, and nations allow us to achieve:
- Reinforced awareness about the vital roles of each of the individual AHPs.
- Highlighting local service achievements and their profound influence on patient care and public health.
- Collaborative efforts with other services and organisations for integrated working.
- A showcase for those considering a career as an allied health professional.
AHPs day extends its warm embrace to all facets of the AHP community. Whether you’re a support worker, assistant practitioner, registered professional, pre-registration apprentice, or a dedicated student, you’re at the heart of this celebration. Yet, it doesn’t end there. Anyone with a desire to honour the remarkable contributions of AHPs and those eager to delve into the world of these exceptional professions is wholeheartedly welcomed.
Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board’s chief Allied Health Professions officer, Stephen Sandford, explains more in this video: https://youtu.be/w7CDWupRvyg