Next steps<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div> Creating this strategy has followed a different process from the start. When speaking with system leaders, there was a sense that previous high level \u2018system\u2019 strategies tend to be ignored. This is because they are often non-specific, not built through engagement and ownership, and reflect a long list of national priorities, often framed as negatives.<\/p>\n We have tried to take a different approach by engaging continuously with our leaders, organisations, public and employees throughout the past 11 months. The work is not yet complete, but the interim strategy presented here is a good start.<\/p>\n The next phase is just as important. We want a live, clearly focused strategy that is developed and written through the results of that engagement. It needs to reflect what people and organisations are saying, and develop real ownership and desire to now co-design the solutions and innovative work that will lead to lasting change.<\/p>\n If we get this right, we will have a strong evidence base to guide how integration should develop over the next few years.<\/p>\n<\/div> This includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div> Your voice<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div> Your voice matters to us and we want to listen to what you have to say. We want to make it easy for you to get involved and give us your views. There are many opportunities to have your say and influence local health, care and wellbeing decisions. We want to be inspired by you, and empower you to help us improve health and care services for the better.<\/p>\n We want to help everyone live longer, happier and healthier lives. This work starts with people and communities in Dorset; putting people, patients and carers in the driving seat. Together, we can make things better.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n