Existing PPGs
If you’re already a member of a PPG, there are a range of resources available to support your work, and tips and ideas on how to do more and get more members. Visit the following pages for more information:
National Association for Patient Participation
Visit the National Association for Patient Participation (NAPP) website for more help and support on getting the most out of your PPG. NAPP is the umbrella organisation for Patient Participation Groups (PPGs) within primary care and has well over 400 members.
Communications toolkit
A communications toolkit is being produced as a practical resource to help PPGs in their work to engage with the local community, publicise their successes and act as an ambassador for PPGs.
The pack provides ideas, advice and practical tips to help PPGs in communicating with the wider community, and examples of how other PPGs have gone about recruiting new members, planning and delivering local initiatives, supporting other local PPGs and working with their PCT or Local Involvement Network. The toolkit also includes a range of template resources to aid your communications activity, including a press release, website and newsletter copy.
Check back here, or register to receive our campaign updates to be alerted when the toolkit is available.
Making a Difference Fund
The Making a Difference fund has been launched by the Growing Patient Participation campaign, to support initiatives undertaken by Patient Participation Groups (PPGs). A total fund of £20,000 is available, and PPGs can bid for up to £4,000 to fund a new initiative or support the continuation of valuable existing activities. (This is not an annual event.)
Register for Updates
The Growing Patient Participation campaign produces a regular update, providing campaign news, useful tips on running a PPG, and examples of the great work being carried out by groups across the country. Simply provide us with your email address to receive these updates.
Case studies
Visit our case studies pages to read about the great work being undertaken by PPGs across the country.