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This World Mental Health Day, Occupational Therapist Sofie Fowler is sharing her story. Sophie works with older adults in our Community Mental Health Team in Preston, helping to find practical solutions for older people, some with dementia, she helps to identify people’s goals to help them overcome physical, mental and social challenges.

“If it wasn’t for Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Trust, I wouldn’t be here.” Rachel Pearson works for us at Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Trust (LSCft).

Building work is underway on our brand-new specialist inpatient facility for adults with a learning disability in Preston.

Yesterday (Friday 4 October) we welcomed a number of visitors from NHS England and Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) including Chief Executive of NHS England, Amanda Pritchard along with other guests.

The voting is now open for our People’s Choice Award, with the winner being announced at our annual Time to Shine Awards in November.

The Trust's Annual Members Conference will be held on Thursday 17 October 2024 at Blackburn Cathedral.

Our 2024 governor elections are now open, representatives are being sought for the following areas, Blackburn with Darwen, South Cumbria and, staff constituency (medical).

Today (10 September) is World Suicide Prevention Day and this year’s theme is changing the narrative on suicide. By talking more openly about it, we can give people the chance to express how they feel and get the support they need. It could even save a life.

We are pleased to announce that three of our services have been shortlisted for the NHS Parliamentary Awards 2024. Change Talks has been shortlisted for the Excellence in Healthcare Award, Pennine Specialist Perinatal Community Mental Health Team has also been shorted for Excellence in Healthcare and our Initial Response Service is in the running for the Future NHS Award.

As summer comes to an end, the anticipation of a new school year can bring a mix of excitement and anxiety for both parents and children. While it’s normal to feel a little nervous about the unknown, there are ways to make the transition smoother and less stressful. Here are some top tips from Sam Tyrer, the founder of Change Talks to help parents and children ease back to school anxiety and to start the year off on the right foot.

On Wednesday (28 August), we had the pleasure of welcoming Claire Murdoch CBE, National Mental Health Director for NHS England to Whalley to officially open our Woodview unit.

Results season can be a stressful time for young people, especially if they are left feeling disappointed or confused with what their next steps could be.