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Thanks to the generosity of our donors, NHS Highland Charity has been able to support projects that improve healthcare, enhance patient experiences, and provide vital resources for staff and communities across the region.
None of this would be possible without the people who choose to give their time and money to make a difference for other patients and families, often as a way of giving something back to those who provided exceptional care to them or their loved ones.
The case studies shown here share just some of the real-life examples of how your donations have made an impact, from funding new equipment and facilities to supporting innovative wellbeing initiatives to care for the staff who care for you. Each story highlights the difference that giving can make, and how together we are helping to create better care for everyone.
Enhancing care
From specialist equipment, capital improvement projects, to patient comforts and activities, donations make a direct impact on the quality of care and experience for each patient, resident and service user we support. These projects focus on creating better experiences for patients, residents and families across the region.
A season of compassion - Christmas 2025
Christmas can be a challenging and emotional time for people who are in hospital, living in care homes or receiving health and social care support.
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Bringing joy and connection to Pulteney House
At Pulteney House care home in Wick, staff are dedicated to supporting residents to live meaningful and fulfilling lives.
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Bringing play to the Children’s Ward at Raigmore Hospital
Families and staff highlighted the importance of creating opportunities for both physical play outdoors and age-appropriate entertainment indoors to support children’s wellbeing.
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Creating a space for reflection at Campbeltown Hospital
At Campbeltown Hospital, staff had long hoped to improve the appearance of the main entrance, where a small, grassy area sat unused and uninviting.
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Enhancing cancer care - scalp cooling at Broadford Hospital
Chemotherapy treatment, while lifesaving, often comes with side effects that can significantly affect a patient’s wellbeing.
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Enhancing sensory activity at the Isobel Rhind Centre
As the only service of its kind in the local area, there was a clear need to refurbish and upgrade the sensory room.
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Enhancing the healing environment at Campbeltown Hospital radiography department
The department sought to introduce artwork that reflected the beauty and character of the local area.
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Harnessing technology for inclusive support
Staff wanted a way to introduce more interactive, technology-driven activities.
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Investing in safer journeys for the smallest patients
A smoother, safer, and more consistent way of ensuring babies stay warm and receive the breathing support they need.
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Opening doors to independence
For many patients at Raigmore Hospital, simply getting through a doorway could be a challenge.
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Roots of recovery - the Dunoon and Bute forest-based wellbeing programme
A grant was provided to purchase materials and equipment that would allow the Bullwood Nature Trail (Dunoon) and Moss Wood (Bute) outdoor groups to continue safely, consistently, and sustainably.
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The transformation of the Dementia Care Unit
The ward required extensive redevelopment to meet the complex needs of its 24 residents.
Read moreResearch, development and innovation
Innovation drives progress in healthcare. With donor support, we are able to explore new ideas, fund pioneering research, and develop solutions that improve treatment and care for generations to come.
Advancing cardiac rehabilitation through research and social prescribing
A significant legacy donation received by the charity to support the Heartbeat Centre created the opportunity to fund a three-year PhD.
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Helping clinicians understand what matters most to patients
Were patients more concerned about discomfort, waiting times, or was getting the most accurate result the thing that mattered most?
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Investing in insight - funding project evaluation
Staff from Comraich identified the need for new ways to nurture wellbeing, resilience, and belonging.
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Step into your future - using Virtual Reality to inspire the next generation
The NHS Highland Employability Team developed an immersive career exploration project.
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Investing in people is at the heart of great healthcare. Donations help provide training, education, and wellbeing support for staff, ensuring they have the skills and resilience to deliver the best possible care now and in the future.
Designing for wellbeing - refreshed dining spaces for Raigmore and Invergordon Hospitals
Feedback following the COVID19 pandemic reinforced a clear message: staff need accessible, modern and calming spaces to decompress, recharge and take uninterrupted breaks.
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How mentoring is supporting doctors across NHS Highland
A two-year pilot of the NHS Highland Doctors Mentoring Scheme was launched.
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Investing in inclusion - empowering staff to deliver accessible fitness
People with learning disabilities often face barriers to taking part in sport and fitness activities.
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Supporting staff wellbeing through yoga
Staff themselves identified yoga as a gentle and inclusive form of exercise that everyone could participate in, regardless of age or ability.
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Technology that transforms workforce training
New video training equipment has positioned Raigmore Hospital’s Endoscopy Unit as a future centre of excellence in Scotland.
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Time to connect - a team development day for Mental Health staff
CAMHS held a winter professional development day in partnership with Nature4Health and Public Health colleagues.
Read moreAll case studies (pdf)
View these case studies as pdf documents (November 2025) instead.
- Case Study - A Season Of Compassion - Christmas 2025
- Case Study - Advancing Cardiac Rehabilitation Through Research And Social Prescribing
- Case Study - Bringing Joy And Connection To Pulteney House
- Case Study - Bringing Play To The Children’s Ward At Raigmore Hospital
- Case Study - Creating A Space For Reflection At Campbeltown Hospital
- Case Study - Designing For Wellbeing - Refreshed Dining Spaces For Raigmore And Invergordon Hospitals
- Case Study - Enhancing Cancer Care - Scalp Cooling At Broadford Hospital
- Case Study - Enhancing Sensory Activity At The Isobel Rhind Centre
- Case Study - Enhancing The Healing Environment At Campbeltown Hospital Radiography Department
- Case Study - Harnessing Technology For Inclusive Support
- Case Study - Helping Clinicians Understand What Matters Most To Patients
- Case Study - How Mentoring Is Supporting Doctors Across NHS Highland
- Case Study - Investing In Insight - Funding Project Evaluation
- Case Study - Investing In Safer Journeys For The Smallest Patients
- Case Study - Opening Doors To Independence
- Case Study - Roots Of Recovery - The Dunoon And Bute Forest Based Wellbeing Programme
- Case Study - Sports Inclusion Training For Staff
- Case Study - Step Into Your Future - Using Virtual Reality To Inspire The Next Generation
- Case Study - Supporting Staff Wellbeing Through Yoga
- Case Study - Technology That Transforms Workforce Training
- Case Study - The Transformation Of The Dementia Care Unit
- Case Study - Time To Connect - A Team Development Day For Mental Health Staff