Health checks are an increasingly accepted way of identifying how your organisation really works and whilst primarily aimed at smaller organisations they can be used as a starting point for larger organisations.
A health check for your organisation is like an MOT for your car. It enables you to look at all the different elements within your organisation and to check that they are working properly and running smoothly. Like an MOT an annual health check makes sure your organisation is firing on all cylinders.
Carrying out a health check will enable your trustees to identify how your organisation really works; what is working well and what areas may need further support so that the organisation can function more effectively.
Changing legislation, policies, procedures and guidance can result in the need to update documentation and practices. Through regular monitoring and evaluating you can ensure your organisation is in good health.
We have designed a Health Check Tool, attached here for organisations to help you assess what your organisation is doing well and any areas for improvement. We also offer in-person support to take you through the Health Check, which can be useful as we can often advise on how to deal with any areas of the health check where you may need additional support. Our team is available to discuss how best to support your group’s development.
Organisation Health Check Feedback
Feedback from groups who we have recently undertaken Health Checks with includes:
“It’s good practice to complete a health check to see as an organisation how you are doing and how you can make it better.”
“Don’t mess about go to VODA for advice and get things right first time.”
“Easy to understand, weren’t made to feel we were awful if we had something missing from our paperwork.”
Get in Touch
If you have any queries, or would like support undertaking your own Organisation Health Check, get in touch with VODA’s Core Services Team on 0191 643 2626 or development@voda.org.uk.
