Introducing The Cygnet Journal
We are proud to introduce the first edition of The Cygnet Journal which showcases some of our research, Quality Improvement projects and innovation, as well as opinion pieces and experience articles.
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Cygnet Hospital Taunton staff complete One Million Step Challenge
A team of health care staff and patients from Cygnet Hospital Taunton have completed a one million step challenge to highlight the importance of keeping fit and active for the benefit of our mental health.
Chris wins Community and Collaboration Award at the National Lived Experience Awards 2024
Congratulations to Chris, a service user at Cygnet Oaks in Barnsley, who has won the Community and Collaboration Award at this year’s National Lived Experience Awards.
The Orchards hosts annual Summer Party
The Orchards, our residential service in Thorrington, Essex recently held its annual summer party. They joined by staff, residents and loved ones from Ducks Halt and a number of other Cygnet Social Care services in the East of England to enjoy the summer festivities.
Fairways celebrate ‘Excellent’ PAMMS Audit
The team at Fairways are celebrating after the social care service achieved an ‘Excellent’ rating from the recent PAMMS audit which was conducted by Suffolk County Council.
Mural transforms communal lounge at Cygnet Views
The lounge at Cygnet Views, in Matlock. has been completely transformed after a local artist teamed up with service users to gain inspiration and create a stunning mural.
Cygnet staff complete 64 mile charity bike ride
Two Cygnet staff have cycled the entire length of the Basingstoke Canal to raise money for Sport in Mind, the national charity which aims to improve mental health through sport.
Congratulations to our Annual Psychiatrists Awards 2024 winners
We are delighted to announce the winners of Cygnet’s Annual Psychiatrists Awards 2024, who were named in a virtual ceremony following our Annual Psychiatrists Conference on Wednesday 18th September.
Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge raises over £750 for local charity
Well done to the four Cygnet staff who last weekend successfully completed the Yorkshire Three Peak Challenge walk. The challenging 24 mile circular route in the Yorkshire Dales includes the peaks of Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough and was undertaken to raise money for Footprints Conductive Education Centre.
Support worker from Cherry Tree House completes skydive in memory of his partner
A Support Worker at a residential care service in Nottinghamshire has completed a skydive in memory of his partner who died after suffering with a chronic long condition.
2025 Cygnet Calendar Competition Winners Announced!
Here are the Winners and Special Mentions pieces of artwork chosen for the 2025 Cygnet Calendar Competition.
Cygnet colleagues raise £2,000 for Samaritans
Cygnet colleagues have raised more than £2,000 for the Samaritans by taking on the Great North Run after being inspired by the story of a Newcastle resident who almost ended his life in 2023.