Members
Members are local people, service users, carers and staff who collectively have a stake in the Foundation Trust. They can be involved at different levels. They give views on the Trust and its services and can elect and be elected as Governors. Members can also apply for vacant Non-Executive Director posts on the Board of Directors.
Council of Governors
Governors are individuals elected by the members nominated by our partner organisations. Governors advise on the strategic direction of the Trust and its services, appoint the Chair and Non-Executive Directors and approve the appointment of other members of the Board of Directors. The Council of Governors and the Board of Directors is chaired by the Chair of the Foundation Trust.
Board of Directors
Executive and Non-Executive Directors are appointed for their expertise to deliver strategy and run the day to day operations of the Trust. Directors are accountable for meeting national standards, performance targets and financial requirements. They will report to the members through the Council of Governors.
You can have as much or as little involvement as you want. Is it free to join and as a member you will receive information about our services and our plans. You will be invited to events and meetings during the year, asked for your views on how services should develop, be eligible to vote in elections for the Council of Governors, or stand for election yourself. It is really up to you how much involvement you have.
So far we recruited 4465, (2011-2012) members and look to grow that by 10% each year to 5455, (2014-2015).