News articles
Milestone moment as life-saving coronavirus vaccinations begin at the Trust
Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccinations began this week at the Trust, following national approval for the Trust to become a ‘hospital hub’ vaccination site. This milestone moment will aim to see all Trust staff vaccinated over the coming weeks to keep them safe and well and enable …
Our members’ council elections – Dylan’s story
Nominations to stand for election to our members’ council opened on Monday 11 January. Dylan Degman is an ex-service user, carer, and current volunteer for our Trust. He has been involved in many projects across the Trust, working to improve our services and gain service …
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Creative mosaic shares Wakefield’s history on Priestley ward
Staff and service users on the Priestley ward have worked together to create a large mosaic to represent the history of Wakefield. Taking a year to complete, the theme of the mosaic is inspired by the Wakefield district and is in honour of Joseph Priestley …
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Trust debuts mental health guide to help you to ‘choose well’
The Trust has launched a new guide to help people in Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield to ‘choose well’ when looking after their mental health and wellbeing. Based on the national NHS ‘choose well’ campaign – which historically focuses on physical health only – the …
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Could you be our new non-executive director?
We’re looking for a non-executive director who has senior level experience in human resources, workforce development or organisational development, and/or has a clinical background, to join our Board in guiding our workforce to deliver the highest quality care for local people. Find out more, including …
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Cutting edge police and mental health project launches to help those in need in Wakefield
Specially trained police officers have joined forces with our mental health colleagues in a cutting-edge project to try and stop those in need from spiraling into crisis and potentially crime. Dedicated officers from a new Wakefield police team are now working hand in hand with …
Cakes for our NHS heroes
Local baker Rinkle’s Sprinkles (@RinklesSprinkles on Instagram & Facebook) wanted to express their gratitude to the NHS for all that they have done this year and who better than our older people’s inpatient wards Crofton & Poplars. They had heard about the challenges that the …
Our tribute to colleague Kalli Mantala-Bozos
It is with heavy hearts that we have said goodbye to one of our colleagues, Kalli Mantala-Bozos, who passed away following a prolonged battle with Covid-19. Kalli had dedicated her life and career to helping people and supporting them with their mental health and wellbeing. …
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Wakefield COVID-19 antibody research trial
Wakefield has been selected to take part in an antibody research trial in the global efforts to find a way to prevent COVID-19. This is an opportunity for those living in the Wakefield District to take part in a research trial in November. Please get …
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Specialist care home role sees improved care for Barnsley residents
Care home residents in Barnsley reaching the end of life are receiving more personalised care with the help of a new specialist role aimed at meeting their preferences and wishes. The advanced specialist practitioner post, funded by Macmillan Cancer Support and hosted by South West …
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