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Recovery and Wellbeing Colleges welcome delegation of guests from Hong Kong
The visit, held on Thursday 22 January 2026, was organised by the internationally recognised programme ImROC (Implementing Recovery through Organisational Change) that supports mental health systems to embed recovery oriented practice. As part of ImROC’s international recovery learning exchanges, our Recovery and Wellbeing Colleges hosted …
Trust matron represents Wales at indoor hockey world cup
Jacob Agoro works for the Trust as a matron at one of our inpatient wards and has achieved a major sporting milestone by being selected for the Wales Masters over 45s squad at the indoor hockey world cup. The tournament takes place in Nottingham from …
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Inspiring the next generation at Barnsley’s Nursing Careers Day
On Monday 8 December, the Trust proudly hosted a Nursing Careers Day, welcoming 30 year 9 students from Barnsley Academy for an exciting and interactive experience. The event, held at Kendray Hospital in Barnsley, was designed to showcase nursing as a rewarding and dynamic profession. …
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Trust psychotherapist turns Balint Society president
A consultant medical psychotherapist at the Trust has been elected as president of The Balint Society. The Balint Society helps patient-focussed professionals reflect on their work and gain a greater understanding of the relationship between doctor and patient. Chris Douglas, who works from Folly Hall …
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Mental Health Museum gets festive for Christmas
The Mental Health Museum and Creative Minds spread the festive spirit at Fieldhead this week with a Christmas-themed craft session for colleagues and service users. The free workshop on Tuesday 16 December saw visitors embrace creativity, producing artworks, cards, snow-globes and frames in a relaxing, …
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Our services during industrial action by resident doctors in December
Resident doctors will be taking part in strike action from 7am on Wednesday 17 December to 7am on Monday 22 December. The care and safety of people who use our services is our highest priority, and it is important that people continue to use our …
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Trust celebrates registered nurse degree apprentices at special event
We recently held an event to celebrate the achievements of staff taking part in a registered nurse degree apprenticeship programme in partnership with The Open University. The event was opened by the Trust’s lead for non-medical education and training, Margaret Bedford. She welcomed current apprentices …
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Changes to Wakefield CAMHS
On 10th of December the new telephone number for Child and adolescent mental health service (CAMHS) Single Point of Access (SPA) in Wakefield will be changing. From this date please call 01924 316200 for help with queries and referrals. Changes to online referrals There has …
This Winter, Your NHS Is Closer Than You Think
This winter, the NHS is encouraging people get the right care, in the right place, at the right time and to keep emergency services free for those who need them most. Whether you’re managing a long-term condition, caring for a loved one, or simply need …
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Barnsley smoking rates fall to record low as community effort drives quit success
Barnsley has recorded its lowest smoking prevalence since current records began, with the proportion of adults who smoke falling from 14.1% last year to 12.5% this year, according to the latest NHS England figures. The reduction places Barnsley as the second lowest smoking prevalence area …