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Invisible disabilities: Conversation on ADHD and Autism

Posted by Devon Partnership Trust in CAMHS, News on 30th October, 2023

In their latest piece on invisible disabilities, the Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) Equality Champions hear from Toby, a parent who is ADHD and autistic. Their daughter is also ADHD and autistic. Toby is gender nonconforming and uses the pronouns they/he. In a conversation with CFHD Participation Worker, Robin...

Santa-inspired Abseil this December: Supporting the DPT Charity

Posted by Devon Partnership Trust in Charity, News on 30th October, 2023

Santa-inspired Abseil this December: Supporting the DPT Charity

Embrace the holiday spirit, much like Santa himself, this December by participating in the DPT Charity's exciting abseiling event. Join us on Saturday 2 December, as we come together to support the vital services of our organisation. In collaboration with Haven Bank Outdoor Education Centre in Exeter, you will have the...

Shark swim raises funds for our charity

Posted by Devon Partnership Trust in Charity, News on 24th October, 2023

Shark swim raises funds for our charity

Erin Foster, Trainee Nurse, and Zoe Fischer, Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor, both based at Franklyn Hospital in Exeter, have successfully completed their challenge to raise £200 for the DPT Charity. In September, they fearlessly swam with sharks at the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth. Zoe said: "The shark experience went really well!...

Spotlight On - Complex Psychotherapy Interventions Team

Posted by Devon Partnership Trust in News on 23rd October, 2023

Spotlight On - Complex Psychotherapy Interventions Team

We spoke to Ross Stephenson, Principal Adult Psychotherapist in the Psychotherapy Team within the Personality Disorder Service (also known as the Complex Psychotherapy Interventions (CPI) Team). He told us about the purpose of the team, their current priorities and what motivates them. What is the main purpose of your team? And what...

Raising awareness of sexual safety

Posted by Devon Partnership Trust in News on 23rd October, 2023

Raising awareness of sexual safety

Our organisation is committed to providing the highest quality care for patients, their families, and carers, and supporting those in our care to feel safe and free from harm, harassment and abuse, including sexual safety and wellbeing. Sexual safety is defined as feeling protected from any unwelcome sexual behaviour and feeling...