The programme for 2026-2027 is now open for applications from teams seeking quality improvement and implementation support.
Joining criteria
The programme is open for applications from NHS boards, health and social care partnership teams and general practice. Teams should be willing to apply quality improvement methodology and work towards improving services by committing to one or more of the programme aims.
GP practices and third sector organisations may also join the programme. This must be in collaboration with your local health and social care partnership or NHS board.
Teams must fulfil the following criteria:
- Be able to identify a project team. This should include a project coordinator and clinical/professional lead.
- Have organisational support to participate in the programme. This includes support from the relevant executive sponsor and alignment to strategic organisational priorities.
- Key members of the team must be able to dedicate sufficient time to deliver a quality improvement project over the 12-month duration of the programme. This will include attending a mixture of sessions with our improvement team and time to work on the project within your team.
Teams that have previously participated in the Focus on Frailty programme are welcome to apply to continue their improvement work.
Applications
Applications to join the Focus on Frailty programme will be accepted until close of play Friday 13 March.
Interested teams should complete this application form. By using this form, you will be leaving our website. You will be using services provided by Microsoft who act as a data processor on behalf of NHS Scotland. Further information can be found within the Microsoft privacy notice, terms of use and use of cookies.
Please note there is no additional funding from Healthcare Improvement Scotland available to support participation in this improvement programme.
Teams can request a word document of the application form by emailing his.frailty@nhs.scot
Register for programme information sessions
Virtual information sessions are available to ask any questions about the programme.
Register to join one of these sessions below:
- Monday 16 February 2026, 1pm – 1.45pm: Register now
- Monday 9 March 2026, 12pm –12.45pm: Register now
Selection process
Our panel will assess all applications. All applicants will be notified of the outcome in the week beginning 6 April 2026.
Successful teams will be expected to attend an online welcome session on Monday 20 April 2026, 1-3pm. We would recommend you hold time in your diary to attend.
Further information
Email us at his.frailty@nhs.scot if you have any questions about the Focus on Frailty programme.