Why change?

Our society is ageing
More people are living longer with long-term health conditions
Demand on mental health services is increasing
Costs are rising
West Lancashire is rich in assets, buildings and skills
We need to harness what we have in West Lancashire to catalyse change
Resources are limited
Poor lifestyle choices mean we need better self-care and focus on prevention
Access to care should be the same for everyone regardless of location and circumstances
We have a hardworking committed workforce
There are opportunities to elevate the quality of service delivery
Communities prefer to receive care closer to home
Communication and IT need to improve
People deserve to feel safe within their communities
People deserve to live longer, healthier and happier lives
Issues faced recruiting the right workforce
West Lancashire needs support that is fit for purpose for West Lancashire.