Dudley Strategy for Tackling Health Inequalities 2010-15

2. VISION STATEMENTThe mission statement of Dudley Health and Well-being Partnership:„‟We will work together to improve the health and well-being of thepopulation of Dudley and reduce the gap in health inequalities toimprove life expectancy and health outcomes for all by 2015‟‟.Our vision for our services as a Dudley Health and Well-being Partnership is that wewill:1. Listen to the needs of our local population and promote good health and wellbeingfor all through effective commissioning for health improvement.2. Meet the health and social care needs of our most vulnerable residents.3. Recognise the diversity of local needs and empower individuals andcommunities to take responsibility for their health and well-being by targetingresources effectively.4. Ensure that the citizens of Dudley receive quality local services that will protectand care for the vulnerable and those at risk from harm.5. Improve the health of all children and the life chances of looked after childrenand care-leavers as a result of stronger partnership working.6. Promote enhanced citizenship and improve the ordinary life experiences ofolder people.7. Improve mental health and well-being and actively promote independence andsocial inclusion.8. Encourage and support innovation in developing better services for Dudleypeople through developing and supporting our workforce.18