Specialist Services MPFT NHS

✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 23 ✨

In June, Diane Goodwin (Head of Nursing in ALD and Clinical Team Lead), Alex Warner (Acute Liaison Nurse and CLDN) and Sharon Bath (CLDN) attended & spoke at University of Wolverhampton for their Celebration of Learning Disability Week 👏

#WellnessMPFT

✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 22 ✨

Festive throwback 🎄

Shingi, Equality Lead & First Team Service Lead for our Forensic Mental Health Services caught up with our Christmas elf at the ‘VD: REACHOUT Launch Event’ earlier this year💡

#WellnessMPFT

✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 19 ✨

Behind the scenes 📽️

In September, members of our Eating Disorders Service swapped the clinic for the camera as we filmed an “Introduction to Guided Self Help".

Keep a lookout for the full video.

➡️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel @ MPFTSpecialistServices

Here are this week's #CoreMessages 👇

There has never been a better time for us to come together and start playing as a team to end violence against women and girls.

All men can commit to making the world safer and more equal - that's #TheGoal.

orlo.uk/Ue94r

#TheGoal #WRD25

Did you know it's #MouthCancerActionMonth ⁉️

The Bentilee Dental team have decorated their noticeboard to help spread awareness 👄

Mouth cancer can often be spotted in its early stages by your dentist, so it's important to have regular dental check-ups 📆

#MouthAware

Every child deserves guidance, not just punishment.

We stand for young people in the criminal justice system - ensuring they get support, education, and second chances.

Because every young life matters.

#TheWhyBehindTheWhat #YouthJustice #SupportNotStigma #EveryChildCounts

Here are this week's #CoreMessages 👇

Here are this week's #CoreMessages 👇

Flu spreads quickly in schools and can sometimes cause serious illness.

That’s why the NHS offers the free nasal spray flu vaccine to all school-aged children.

It’s quick, safe, and usually given at school during the autumn term.

More info ➡️ orlo.uk/1QAcK

Here are this week's #CoreMessages 👇

Well done to all our winners and nominees at last night's MPFT Brilliant You Awards! 👏

#BrilliantYouMPFT #BrilliantYouAwards

It’s important to recognise the signs of stress and the effects it can have on our health.

Stress affects us all in different ways, so here is a reminder to slow down & reach out if you or someone you know needs support 💙

#StressAwarenessWeek 📆

Here are this week's #CoreMessages 👇

If you have a long-term health condition, the flu vaccine helps protect you from getting seriously ill.

Find out if you’re eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine and how to book ➡️ orlo.uk/cDxDK

Here are this week's #CoreMessages 👇

Flu can be very unpleasant for young children and sometimes cause serious illness.

If your child is 2 or 3, they can get a free NHS nasal spray flu vaccine.

👉 Book now at your GP surgery or a participating pharmacy in the NHS App.

More info ➡️ orlo.uk/pBD3w

Here are this week's #CoreMessages 👇

It's #InternationalStammeringAwarenessDay 👇

A stammer isn’t a weakness or a defect; it is a difference in the way some people speak.

How can you help?

👂 Listen with patience
⏸️ Pause - don't prompt or interrupt
💙 Encourage representation

Wishing all who celebrate a very happy #Diwali 🎊

Their session offered a powerful overview of how TIC principles are supporting both Service Users & staff - strengthening understanding and compassionate practice across the full Criminal Justice Pathway.

We’re proud to see our MPFT teams sharing their expertise on such an important national stage.

Day 2 at the Health & Justice Summit 2025 ⚖️

This morning, Dr Sarah Stacey, and Dr Lara Arsuffi delivered an insightful seminar exploring Trauma Informed Care (TIC) and how it’s being embedded across our Inclusion and Wellness Health & Justice services 💬

You can save on average £49 a week if you quit smoking this #Stoptober - track how much you save with the NHS Quit Smoking App 📱

We’re live at the 2025 Health & Justice Summit! ⚖️

Our stand shares real reflections from Trauma Informed Care (TIC) training, Care Opinion feedback, and the premiere of our new video showcasing how we support the full criminal justice pathway 💡

🎥 Watch it here: orlo.uk/FsKJe

Happy #AHPsDay 💙

A huge thank you to our amazing Allied Health Professionals who help our service users live healthier, happier lives 👏

October is #ADHDAwarenessMonth - a time to uplift neurodivergent voices, challenge stigma, and deepen our understanding.

📘 Dive into the 'Neuro-Verse', our toolkit designed to help professionals recognise, understand, and embrace neurodiversity: orlo.uk/DRxge

#ADHDAwareness #NeuroVerse

Dyslexia isn’t a flaw - it’s a different way of processing information 👇

When we introduce small but thoughtful changes (extra time, assistive tech, clearer formatting), we don’t just remove barriers - we unlock confidence and improve access 💬

#DyslexiaAwarenessWeek #DAW25 #RaiseTheVolume

You've done the hard bit, and now you get to see the benefits!

After 72 hours your pulse, breathing, and energy levels should be returning to normal, with your senses of taste and smell also improving.

Find out more about the health benefits of quitting smoking here: orlo.uk/RH67L

#Stoptober

"The staff were fantastic" 💬

This #FeedbackFriday we’re celebrating amazing feedback for our Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Diabetic Eye Screening service.

#VisionMatters #DESMPFT