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Focusing on falls in Barnsley – supporting Falls Awareness Day 2026
Today (25 September), our teams came together with local partner organisations in Barnsley to host an informative event marking national Falls Awareness Day 2026. A range of supportive services joined forces at Barnsley Market Hall to raise awareness of falls and provide support to visitors. …
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Trust brings Hope to the UK’s biggest poetry and performance festival
This weekend, the Trust’s research and development team are sharing the story of their inspiring poetry project, The Hope Collective, at the UK’s biggest poetry and performance festival hosted by the BBC. As part of the BBC Contains Strong Language Festival’s 10th anniversary celebrations, the …
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Celebrating 10 years of our volunteer service
This September marks a significant milestone as the Trust’s volunteer service celebrates its 10th anniversary. Ten years ago, volunteering across the Trust looked very different. Dedicated volunteers were making valuable contributions within individual services, but activity was often managed separately across departments. The volunteer service …
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Cheswold Park Hospital hosts successful Physical Health Fair
Patients and staff at Cheswold Park Hospital came together on 10 September for a successful Physical Health Fair, promoting healthy lifestyles and increasing awareness of important physical health topics. Organised by the hospital’s Occupational Therapy Team, the event featured a range of interactive stalls and …
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Newton Lodge Art Recovery and Creativity group receive commended award at Koestler Awards 2026
Congratulations to the Art Recovery and Creativity group at Newton Lodge who recently received a commended award from judges at the Koestler Awards 2026. The group submitted a piece of art they have been working on into the awards, inspired by this year’s themed category…‘Roots’. …
Trust continues collaboration with Italian public healthcare system, ASL Gallura
Earlier this year, we once again welcomed guests from ASL Gallura, a public healthcare organisation based in Italy. The third productive meeting took place at the Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre in Halifax, as part of the regular teaching sessions delivered by Calderdale Core …
Closure of Papyrus Prevention of Young Suicide
Suicide prevention charity Papyrus Prevention of Young Suicide has entered administration. Its services, including HopeLine247, are no longer operating. Alternative help and support Helplines • Samaritans (24/7 phone support): Call 116 123 • Shout (24/7 text support): Text SHOUT to 85258 • NHS 111 (24/7 …
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Going for gold: catering managers Daniel French and Jake Fawcett go for NHS Chef of the Year 2026
Congratulations to our catering managers Daniel French and Jake Fawcett who booked their place in the finals of the NHS Chef of the Year 2026 competition. Our talented duo were back again representing the Trust, after their first ever experience of the competition last year. …
Trust achieves Triangle of Care Star 2 Accreditation
We have successfully been awarded Triangle of Care (ToC) Star 2 Accreditation by Carers Trust. This accreditation reflects our continued commitment to listening to carers, involving them in decision-making, and ensuring their voices help shape services across the Trust. Following a comprehensive submission process and …
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Connecting with nature and people: Trust Porter Phil Bates shares his poem inspired by his role
It’s always nice to hear about working for our Trust, and the various roles we have, can inspire creativity in our colleagues. Trust Porter Phil Bates shared a lovely poem inspired whilst carrying out his daily duties and connecting with various colleagues from the sites …