Archive for the “Self care” category
Newton lodge transforms lives for the better
Our services at Newton Lodge support patients battling depression, schizophrenia and other mental health diseases to help them live happy, normal and independent lives.
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Using telehealth in her home helps Mary keep an eye on things
Breast cancer and heart problems devastated Mary. But a simple piece of telehealth equipment in her home that keeps an eye on blood pressure, weight and general health means Mary now sees fewer health professionals and has greater confidence.
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Using telehealth equipment gave Alan confidence to monitor his condition
A heart attack and pneumonia took Alan to hospital and he now lives with heart failure and the anxiety this caused. Since he has had telehealth equipment he has the confidence to monitor his condition. Alan is reassured that the care navigators will contact him …
Trevor has got his independence and had medication reviewed
Trevor has brittle bones and he’s also experienced anxiety and depression as well as a nasty bout of bronchitis. He’s a very independent person but needed a lot of visits from health professionals for pain management. Our service has helped Trevor get his independence back …
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The nurses always had time for me and gave me encouragement
A heart attack forced Anne to stop work and her diabetes got out of control, leading to her being registered as blind. Anne lost interest in daily activities and then she received a call from care navigation.
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The impact of ADHD on my life and how I am recovering
From a young age Steven was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). In this video, he explains how the condition has affected his life and how our services have helped him cope.
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I now have the information to self-care and manage my condition
Heart failure and atrial fibrillation saw David lose interest in life and he spiralled into depression. David now has telehealth equipment in his house so that the care navigation service can monitor his health and wellbeing every day. He learnt about depression and now feels …
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How the Newhaven facility is helping me recover to live a better life
Dean has been suffering from schizophrenia and also has learning disabilities. In this short video, Dean explains how the Newhaven hospital helped him with his recovery.
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Coping with depression with the help of the recovery college
Jane’s depression meant she suffered from anxiety, low mood and paranoia. The pathways scheme at the recovery college in Kirklees has helped Jane improve her mental well-being.
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Care navigation helped me get support
Arthritis and asthma were hard enough to live with but then a diagnosis of angina also added to Kathleen’s health problems and the deterioration in her quality of life. Continued help and advice have meant that Kathleen’s quality of life has improved greatly.
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