​Monthly Update from the Director of Health and Care Integration
Louise Taylor, Director of Health and Social Care Integration has announced that she will be retiring in December. Following her retirement on December 18th, Professor Sakthi Karunanithi, Director of Public Health for Lancashire County Council will take on the role of Director of Health and Care Integration. The handover process has commenced to ensure a smooth transition.

Progress and Updates on Key Workstreams The Lancashire Place Partnership has made significant strides across its three priority workstreams:

• Enhanced Care in the Community (ECC),
• Integrated Working (IW), and
• Creating Healthy Communities (CHyC).

Notable achievements include the successful reduction of hospital stays without medical need and the implementation of new working models in various areas.

Here are some highlights in December's Our News newsletter:
* Remember the NW Shop when buying your Christmas gifts
* Enter ERA's prize draw to win a home security bundle over £200
* We're proud to introduce our new partnership with Phonely, working together to keep you protected from scams
 * Making your lists and checking them twice... cybersecurity with Avast
* SimpliSafe offer advice on keeping your home secure this Christmas, and how to have fun at the same time
* LockLatch share recipes for festive homemade dog treats - don't forget to check out their PetLatch product!
* The Master Locksmiths Association (MLA) help us stay safe over the festive period
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