Press Releases

A former mental health patient who is now working as an Expert by Experience (EbyE) is encouraging men to seek support when they are struggling and to talk openly about their mental health.

Cygnet Hospital Colchester has been awarded the Health Care Service of the Year award with judges praising the ‘exceptional standard of care’ being delivered at the service.

A team of mental health workers from a Bury-based hospital scooped a national award for their work supporting those hospitalised with mental health needs after patients described how staff helped turn their lives around.

A Huddersfield service which supports adults with learning disabilities has been awarded the Social Care Service of the Year award with judges praising the “warmth, love and happiness” found within the walls of the home.

A patient at a mental health hospital in Gloucester is supporting her recovery through a weekly coffee morning initiative, alongside the continued training of her assistance dog.

A Llandovery care service has won a national award after touching the hearts of one family who said staff gave their loved one “the best years of his life.”

Staff and residents at a social care service in Leeds hosted a Pride party to celebrate diversity and inclusion.

Staff and individuals supported at a mental health hospital in Maidstone showed a rainbow of support as they enjoyed a Pride-themed fun day.

A resident from a social care service in Cinderford has shared what is important to him, the activities he enjoys and the message he would like people to hear during Learning Disabilities Awareness Week.

Clynsaer, in Llandovery, Carmarthenshire is a Cygnet Social Care specialist residential service, supporting adults with learning disabilities. As part of Learning Disabilities Awareness Week, residents Gary Cushen and Helen Brooks shared their thoughts on independence, inclusion, pride and what this week means to them.