Mental Health Act Rights: Are You Informed?
In our most recent White Paper survey, we explored the level of informedness people have regarding their rights under the Mental Health Act 1983. Similar to last year’s findings, only 40% of respondents were familiar with their rights under the Act, while 60% reported having limited or little understanding of its provisions. These figures show […]
Adverse Childhood Experiences: Impact and Insights
Childhood has a profound impact on who we become as adults-our physical and mental health, relationships, and the way we navigate the world. The love and support we receive during these early and fragile years can make all the difference. But not everyone gets that start in life. Are we truly aware of what adverse […]
The Impact of Acute Mental Health Episodes on Families and Caregivers
For far too long, people of all ages facing mental health challenges have been met with stigma and left feeling isolated, with mental and physical health often treated separately. This disconnect affects not only the person struggling but also their entire family. Parents, siblings, and children frequently bear the emotional weight of seeing a loved […]
Communication Challenges Between Commissioners and Care Providers
For case commissioners in the UK healthcare system, the role is as challenging as it is impactful. Managing budget constraints, working within fragmented services, and building transparent communication with care providers are just a part of the challenges commissioners face. This has a considerable impact and shapes how commissioners address the evolving needs of community […]
How The PACE Model Empowers People Affected by Trauma
Adverse childhood experiences can deeply influence people’s physical and mental well-being, often shaping how people grow, develop and navigate life. In most cases, people with a history of a significant degree of trauma or abuse require an increased level of therapeutic care. This is particularly important for autistic children and young people, as well as […]
Reducing Restrictive Interventions
All health and social care organisations, including those in the public and private sectors, need to encourage measures that reduce the use of restrictive practices. When such practices are necessary as a last resort to prevent harm to a person or others, they must be guided by people’s human rights. This should be at the centre of any decision and before taking any action.
The Occupational Therapy Approach
Occupational therapy empowers people to find meaning and independence in everyday activities, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and well-being. It plays a key role in addressing various health and care needs across the UK. By focusing on prevention and early intervention, occupational therapy practitioners support people in managing their health and reduce reliance on […]
The Rapidly Growing Waiting Lists for Autism and ADHD Assessments
Access to care and support shouldn’t be a waiting game – everyone deserves the chance to flourish without unnecessary delays. Every child deserves to grow up in a loving and nurturing environment, where they feel safe and unconditionally supported to thrive. Today, there are around 1.2 million autistic people in England, and up to 2.2 […]
How Do You Practice Compassionate Care?
Compassionate care involves the way we talk, listen to and interact with the people we support. It’s approaching people with understanding and empathy, with an intention to comprehend and embrace their experiences. Being a carer is an inner calling, an inborn passion to help people make positive changes in their lives. Only through this can […]
The Strengths of People with ADHD
October marks ADHD Awareness Month—a time to celebrate the unique strengths that come with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. ADHD brings creativity, innovation, and a remarkable ability to think outside the box. Many people with ADHD are problem-solvers, visionaries, and masters of multitasking, using their dynamic minds to approach life from fresh and exciting perspectives. Let’s […]
