As an NHS Foundation Trust, we are able to develop services to suit the needs of our local community. We still follow NHS quality standards, performance ratings, and inspection systems. We will also continue to provide services free, based on need and not ability to pay.
But through our membership and Council of Governors we are more accountable to staff, patients and local people. These groups work with our Board of Directors to aid planning and decision-making.
What does it mean to be a member?
Our members care about the services we provide, how we are performing and our future plans. Your views will help us create a brighter future for all healthcare and experience.
Who can become a Foundation Trust member?
Membership is open to anyone who is 16 years old or over. The three membership constituencies are:
Patients
Those who are patients or have been a patient of the Trust at anytime in the past, regardless their home address. Carers are also eligible to apply as a patient member.
Public
Individuals who live within the public membership area.
Staff
- Employees who are on permanent or fixed term contract of at least 12 months.
- Trust volunteers
- Other individuals providing services to the Trust. You can apply as staff members by emailing the Foundation Trust Membership Office.
What can I do as a member?
As a member, you can:
Make a difference
Attend listening sessions to provide feedback on our services. Sessions are currently via Zoom call.
Get involved
Help us improve our hospitals by taking part in activities. For example, our Patient-Led Assessments of the Care Environment (PLACE).
Have a voice
Stand for election as a Public or Patient Governor to represent our members’ views and needs.
Vote in the annual elections for the Council of Governors.
Stay in the know
- Receive information on Trust performance
- Take part in forums, focus groups etc.
- Attend events such as Medicine for Members lectures
- Read hospital insights and staff stories
- Find out about research, treatments and developments.
Benefits
Access Health Service Discounts (opens in a new tab), usually only offered to NHS employees.
Sign up
We need your support to help improve our hospitals and local communities.
Sign up (opens in a new tab) today if you are 16+ and a patient, carer or a local member of the public, to become a CUH Foundation Trust member!
Contact us
If you would like to know more, contact the Membership Office by email or on 01223 256256.
Write to the NHS Foundation Trust Membership Office:
Box 146
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Cambridge Biomedical Campus
Hills Road
Cambridge
CB2 0QQ