Friends of Insch Hospital & Community SCIO
- Autumn Update November 13, 2024
- Spring update April 10, 2024
- BENNACHIE COMMUNITY ACTION PLAN March 6, 2024
- AGM – 20th March 2024 March 6, 2024
- December News December 19, 2023
Insch War Memorial Hospital
Insch Hospital is situated in the centre of the town in its own grounds, with an adjoining purpose built Health Centre, which was built in 1979. The Hospital was built as a result of a desire by the people of Insch to erect a memorial for those who gave their lives in the 1914-18 war.
In 1919, the local town council met with the parish councils of the surrounding areas, and it was agreed that a War Memorial Hospital should be built. In total £7500 was raised, with the bulk of this donated by public subscription and the building site was gifted. The original hospital was opened in August 1922, with provision for giving medical, surgical and maternity services, comprising of eight general beds, three maternity beds and an operating theatre.
Over the years, the building has been adjusted and accommodation increased to meet the changing needs and services required by the local community. The people of Insch and district have continued to take an interest in the Hospital, even after it was given over to the Health Board in 1948.
In 1972, a day room was added to the original building with funds again raised by the local community. The Friends of Insch Hospital and Community contributed funds to build another extension in 1993.
About Us
The Friends of Insch Hospital and Community are a small Scottish charity based in the village of Insch in central Aberdeenshire. The Friends was set up in 1989 following a campaign against proposed closure of the local hospital's maternity unit but has gone on to tackle much wider issues.
The Friends have been a very active group over the years supporting both in-patients of the Insch War Memorial Hospital as well as numerous activities in the local community. Since the hospital was closed in March 2020 at the start of the COVID pandemic, we have worked tirelessly to get the hospital reopened
Recent Causes
Co-op Community Scheme Funding
Thanks to the Co-op Community Scheme at Insch Co-op and the generosity of it's wonderful customers, we were delighted to receive the sum of £2319.54 for our Community Wellness Out and About Project.
Our plan to spend some of the money on two sustainable benches is under way and we are seeking planning permission for sites at Whitehall View and Gordon Terrace, as voted for by our Facebook friends. The benefits of exercise and fresh air are well known, and as we continue our road to recovery from the pandemic and lockdowns the importance of connecting with others cannot be underestimated for our general health, and well-being.
We hope our benches will give people the opportunity to say ‘hello’ whilst taking in some of the lovely views around Insch. That wee chat may also just brighten someone's day
Collected: £2319.54
Upcoming Events
cycling without age scotland - insch chapter
the friends of insch hospital have secured a grant towards the cost of a trishaw for the village in order to bring cycling without age to insch. the rest of the costs will be covered by funds from the strawberry fair.
we are looking for volunteers to train as "pilots", "co-pilots", administrators and committee members (a new committee has been formed for cycling without age - insch).
attend our open evening on the 25th november at the bennachie leisure centre, or get in touch if interested.
The Cycling Without Age scheme offers seniors and less-mobile individuals the chance to reconnect with their communities and experience the outdoors through volunteer-piloted trishaw rides, promoting social inclusion, improved mental well-being, and intergenerational bonding.
donations
Funeral Collection
£700.00
Donated
Funeral Collection
£2354.37
Donated
executory
£200.00
Donated
executory
£11,547.14
Donated