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Disco fever takes over in Wakefield
To help celebrate this year’s Learning Disability Week, which ran from 18-24 June, a special summer disco was held by for people who use local learning disability services. The summer disco run by Bipinz Muzik (Dr Bipin Upadhyay), Bipinz Angelz (Pam Miller, Naomi Carter, Jacky …
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Calling all Barnsley people: Nominate your Local NHS Hero
NHS Heroes is an exciting new recognition scheme designed to celebrate the extraordinary work that staff in the NHS carry out every day. The NHS in Barnsley encourages you to nominate your local hero before nominations close Friday 8th September. As we mark the 64th …
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No going back for Calderdale quitter
A Calderdale man has turned his life and health around after quitting a 30-a-day habit, with help from staff at South West Yorkshire Partnership Teaching NHS Foundation Trust. Osmani, from Halifax, had his last cigarette on 4 June 2012, ahead of Ramadan, an important fixture …
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Local NHS Trust recognised for its “real respect” for people
South West Yorkshire Partnership Teaching NHS Foundation Trust has retained its status as an employer which invests in its staff, after successful reaccreditation to the Investors in People (IiP) standard. Following assessments this year, the Trust has been reaccredited and commended in a number of …
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An afternoon on the tiles
Local people in Kirklees are getting into the Olympic spirit by taking part in a different kind of games tournament. On Wednesday 8th August, people from the Chinese community in Kirklees (who use local NHS services) will compete in a Mah-Jong tournament. Mah-Jong is a …
Local people with dementia share in the spirit of London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games
On Thursday 2nd August, local people with dementia and their carers were invited to get active and get involved in the spirit of London 2012 by taking part in a jabadao event. Jabadao encourages movement and activity through the use of props and music in …
Get involved with the Wakefield heptathlon games and take part in a 10k walk
Local people are invited to get active and get involved in 2012 by taking part in one of the final events in the Wakefield heptathlon games – a 10k walk at Nostell Priory and parkland on Friday 10th August at 10.30am. The walk is open …
Barnsley NHS equipment service shortlisted at national awards for efficiency and cost saving
The Barnsley community equipment service, which is part of South West Yorkshire Partnership Teaching NHS Foundation Trust, is celebrating after being shortlisted in a prestigious national award scheme – recognising the service provided for Barnsley residents. The service provides health and social equipment in Barnsley …
Olympic success for NHS Trust in Wakefield
South West Yorkshire Partnership Teaching NHS Foundation Trust has been recognised at national level for inspiring a healthier, fitter workforce. NHS Chief Executive David Nicholson challenged the NHS to use the inspirational power of the Olympics to get NHS employees actively engaged in sport or …
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Olympic success for NHS Trust in Kirklees
South West Yorkshire Partnership Teaching NHS Foundation Trust has been recognised at national level for inspiring a healthier, fitter workforce. NHS Chief Executive David Nicholson challenged the NHS to use the inspirational power of the Olympics to get NHS employees actively engaged in sport or …
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