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In preparation for the opening of our newly refurbished in-patient acute ward at Royal Preston Hospital in February, the Skylark team are hosting two events, welcoming staff, the community and carers to come and have a look around and ask questions.

We are encouraging staff, service users and the public to speak up and ask for support this ‘Blue Monday’.

You may be aware that union there is upcoming industrial action affecting NHS colleagues due to take place on the following dates:

Explore, imagine and share tales of living with mental health challenges, in the past and today.

It is estimated that almost 15 per cent of adults across Lancashire still smoke. With the cost of living rises, stopping smoking could increase the amount of money available and also improve your health.

Our Blackburn with Darwen Community Mental Health Teams is trying to ensure none of their service users are without a present on Christmas morning with the help of their ‘Giving Tree’.

As Lancashire and South Cumbria’s NHS services report significant and increasing pressure, we are urging members of public to use NHS 111 Online to ensure they are signposted to the correct service for them. Accessing the right care at the right time means the NHS can be there for people who need us most this winter.

Minnie, a specially trained miniature Shitzhu therapy dog, is delivering the gift of joy to patients at The Harbour in Blackpool this Christmas.

We are urging people to reach out if they are struggling with their mental health this festive period.

A dedicated team who help those with severe mental health conditions find work are celebrating after scooping a prestigious award at The 2022 Employment Related Services Association (ERSA) Awards.

We welcome Oliver Soriano as Director of Nursing and Quality for The Bay.

We launched our Hidden Talents programme with an inclusive event held at Preston North End.