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Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the Highland Health Board Endowment 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.
These case studies 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.
See also our annual review - a look back at 2023-24 (pdf).
Workforce development
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.
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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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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Investing in inclusion - empowering staff to deliver accessible fitness
People with learning disabilities often face barriers to taking part in sport and fitness activities.
Read moreEnhancing 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.
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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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 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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The transformation of the Dementia Care Unit
The ward required extensive redevelopment to meet the complex needs of its 24 residents.
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Harnessing technology for inclusive support
Staff wanted a way to introduce more interactive, technology-driven activities.
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.
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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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.
Read moreAll case studies (pdf)
View these case studies as pdf documents (September 2025) instead.
- Case Study - Advancing Cardiac Rehabilitation Through Research And Social Prescribing
- Case Study - Enhancing Cancer Care - Scalp Cooling At Broadford Hospital
- Case Study - Harnessing Technology For Inclusive Support
- Case Study - Sports Inclusion Training For Staff
- Case Study - Technology That Transforms Workforce Training
- Case Study - Bringing Play To The Children’s Ward At Raigmore Hospital
- Case Study - Supporting Staff Wellbeing Through Yoga
- Case Study - Investing In Insight - Funding Project Evaluation
- Case Study - Enhancing Sensory Activity At The Isobel Rhind Centre
- Case Study - The Transformation Of The Dementia Care Unit