The team on Oak Ward at the Redwoods Centre in Shrewsbury has been shortlisted for a national award. The hospital avoidance programme, which began as a pilot scheme in March 2016 has continued to grow and develop and has been recognised in the inaugural National Older People’s Mental Health and Dementia Awards.
In its first inspection by the Care Quality Commission, Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust received a Good rating overall and wards for older people with mental health problems were rated as outstanding in the effective domain.
Karen Fidgett is a Patient Environment Lead at Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. She has been shortlisted in the Staffordshire Dignity in Care Awards for providing a voice for those who find it difficult to speak for themselves and being a real advocate for people who use the Trust’s services.
Steve Martin is a Unit Manager/Matron at St George’s Hospital in Stafford and manages two inpatient wards for adults with acute mental illness. He has been shortlisted for a prestigious, national Health Education England, Healthcare, Education And Training (HEAT) Award.
People who come into contact with the police, courts or probation often need extra support to help turn their lives around and stay out of prison. This new Liaison and Diversion Service operating across Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin will identify the health and care needs of vulnerable people who come into contact with the criminal justice system and find appropriate services to support those needs.
Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner Emma Busby and her colleagues in the OASIS team have been recognised for their work in developing a successful service for people with osteoarthritis.
The ‘Hats off to Shoesbury’ exhibition will be taking place at the Participate Contemporary Artspace, Riverside Shopping Centre, Raven Meadows, Shrewsbury from Tuesday 25 June to Saturday 13 July 2019.
Working with one of our partner artist groups the Arts for Health team at Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust has created a new exhibition space at The Redwoods Centre in Shrewsbury.
Jan’s husband Dave was diagnosed with early onset dementia when he was just 54. Things built up to the point where he wasn’t able to function at work and something had to be done.
