This video provides an overview of Sara Redmond’s powerful input during Day 5 of the Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry. Sara touched on crucial issues like Long COVID, human rights, the significance of the third sector, unpaid carers, and more.
Sara’s message is clear: leaders in Government, NHS, and social care must include and value the third sector and our society’s most vulnerable when crafting and implementing policies. This isn’t just about making decisions; it’s about safeguarding the wellbeing of our communities.
00:00 – Long Covid
05:50 – Impact on unpaid carers
08:11 – Media perceptions
11:26 – Accessible communications and information
13:59 – Digital Choice
16:32 – Do Not Attempt CPR (DNACPR)
20:12 – Shielding
23:23 – Third sector impact
24:43 – Third sector not being valued
28:38 – Spirit of collaboration and third sector funding
32:14 – Social care experiences
36:11 – Human rights standards and person centred care