Posted by Devon Partnership Trust in News, Recovery and wellbeing on 30th May, 2022
As part of Devon Wellbeing Hub, colleagues working in healthcare, social care and the police across Devon are able to sign up to take part in a free Mindfulness Course run by the University of Exeter through the AccEPT Clinic. The course launched in October 2021, with many colleagues signing up...
Posted by Devon Partnership Trust in News, Recovery and wellbeing on 25th May, 2022
Over the last couple of months, colleagues and patients in Franklyn Hospital have happily received a number of distinguished guests. In March a range of small visitors were welcomed from Axe Valley Park, including rabbits, tortoises and Chinese water dragons. Followed by a visit from Patrick, the miniature Shetland pony, from the...
Posted by Devon Partnership Trust in News, Recovery and wellbeing on 16th May, 2022
May is National Walking Month. Walking is not only a great way to improve our physical health but our mental wellbeing too. Being out in nature can help clear the mind and make us feel refreshed. With the lighter evenings and brighter weather, it’s the perfect time to get out...
Posted by Devon Partnership Trust in Mental health, News, Recovery and wellbeing on 13th May, 2022
Dementia Action Week is run every year by the Alzheimer's Society to encourage people across the UK to 'act on Dementia'. Research conducted by the society shows that the biggest barrier to people getting a dementia diagnosis is the misconception that memory loss is a natural sign of ageing. It...
Posted by Devon Partnership Trust in Mental health, News, Recovery and wellbeing on 13th May, 2022
Over the last two years the effects of COVID-19 have had a significant impact on older people. Due to lockdowns and social isolation, many were unable to spend time with loved ones and engage in social activities. Most of us will feel lonely in some point of our lives, but this...