Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, children's, learning disability and substance misuse services. Feed monitored 9am-5pm Mon-Fri
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From 1 July 2026, the only way to contact the Derbyshire Mental Health Helpline will be by calling 111 and then selecting the βmental healthβ option (option 2). The helplineβs 0800 number will be switched off on this date.
Learn more: derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uβ¦
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It's Carers Week and there are a whole host of activities planned across Derbyshire π
π Derbyshire Carerβs Association - bit.ly/derbyshirecarers
π Derbyshire County Council - bit.ly/dcountycouncil
πDerby City Council - bit.ly/dcitycouncil
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Charlotte Devlin, an Occupational Therapy Assistant in Chesterfield, has been recognised by a service user for the positive impact sheβs made on their experience with the Trustβs service.
Read more on the Trust's website: derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uβ¦
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It's Volunteers' Week!! π
We want to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to our own incredible volunteers, including our Governors, League of Friends and EQUAL forum.
Your kindness, commitment and support make a meaningful difference across our services!
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Congratulations to Selina Ullah who is a finalist in the βWoman of the Yearβ category at this yearβs British Asian Womenβs Awards
To support Selina, complete the online form and select 'Woman of the Year' or call 01332 623700 if needed:
surveymonkey.com/r/The3rdBri⦠- closing 14 July
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We now provide specialist Older People's Mental Health and Adult Neurodevelopmental Services across the whole of Derbyshire.
If you are a patient within these services, there will be no changes to the care you receive, and you will be looked after by the same members of staff.
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Don't forget to head down to Pride Park tomorrow to find out more about dementia support and guidance π
Join us at the Dementia Hub β a free event for anyone affected by dementia, including those with a diagnosis, carers, or anyone wanting to learn more.
Tuesday 2 June, 10am-4pm at Pride Park Stadium, Derby.
No booking required.
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Today (29 May) marks one year since patients and colleagues moved into the Carsington Unit β a 54-bedroom adult acute mental health inpatient unit for working-age adults, based at Kingsway Hospital in Derby.
A massive thank you to everybody who supported the move and openingπ
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Join us at the Dementia Hub β a free event for anyone affected by dementia, including those with a diagnosis, carers, or anyone wanting to learn more.
Tuesday 2 June, 10am-4pm at Pride Park Stadium, Derby.
No booking required.
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We wanted to say a huge and heartfelt thank you to everyone at Derbyshire Healthcare who is working this bank holiday.
We are incredibly grateful for everything you do to keep our services running and our communities cared for.
Thank you.
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Struggling with your mental health this bank holiday?
There are lots of support services available near you to help with your mental healthπππβ€οΈ
The graphics below can help you or a loved one find the the support you need.
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Joe Thompson, Associate Director of Physical Health and Quality at the Trust, has been recognised by the Royal College of Psychiatrists, and awarded the Culture of Care Leadership Recognition Award.
Read more about how this has been achieved: derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uβ¦
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Madalaine Ellis, Assistant Psychologist, has been shortlisted in the National Learning Disabilities and Autism Awards for making a significant, tangible impact very early in her career to support autistic people.
Read more: derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uβ¦
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As we celebrate International HR Day, weβd like to thank our People Services teams, who work tirelessly to ensure our workplaces are not just productive but also places where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to their fullest potential.
β¨Thank youβ¨
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We are thrilled to share that Hayley Lawrence, Senior Clinical Nurse Educator at Derbyshire Healthcare, is a finalist in the British Forces in Business Awards.
Good luck Hayley! We are so proud of you!
Read the full story here - bit.ly/3PwB0Dd
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The League of Friends Summer Fayre is set to return on Saturday 4 July from 1pm - 4pm at Kingsway.
All the money raised is reinvested back into patient care across the county.
More information: derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uβ¦
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Weβve had some telephone issues this morning, but our phones are now working. If you tried to call one of our teams this morning and were not able to get through, please try again. Please note you may not be able to leave a voicemail message. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.
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Mental Health Helpline service update β planned power outage on Sat 16 May (7amβ11am).
Calls will continue to be answered, but it may be more difficult to keep calls in a queue. You may hear an βengagedβ tone if weβre very busy.
More information: derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uβ¦
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Trying to call our switchboard or the Kedleston Unit, Cherry Tree Close, Cubley Court, Albany House or Tissington House? Please dial 01332 224692. This temporary number will connect you to our switchboard team, who can then direct your call. Learn more: derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uβ¦
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We're pleased to say that this issue is resolved and our phone lines are working as normal. Sorry for any inconvenience you've experienced overnight as a result of this issue.
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