Learning Who I’ve Always Been: Keith’s Neurodiversity Journey
Keith Sumner, a Trainer in our Learning and Development team, shares his diagnosis journey as part of Neurodiversity Celebration Week.
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Why early identification of young carers matters
For Young Carers Action Day, Cygnet Hospital Godden Green's Beata and Dr Dinoosh, highlight the importance of early identification of young carers.
How we took Langdale House from ‘Good’ to ‘Outstanding’
Home Manager Laura Davy reflects on the journey that led Langdale House to achieve an ‘Outstanding’ CQC rating, shaped by the commitment and compassion of the whole team.
“Alvaston Ward helped me create a better version of me.” – Kate’s Recovery Journey
In the blog, Kate shares how the consistent support at Cygnet Hospital Derby helped her to become a better version on herself.
Eating Disorders Awareness Week: Strengthening the Circle of Care
Olajumoke Adegoke, Hospital Manager at Cygnet Hospital Ealing, shares her reflections on this year’s Eating Disorders Awareness Week theme, “Community,” and how the hospital’s specialist team continues to innovate in personalised care.
How to balance work and study as an apprentice
For Apprenticeship Week, Max and Harry, Occupational Therapy apprentices at Cygnet Hospital Stevenage, share their top tips for juggling university study with a full‑time role.
How education and mental health go hand in hand
During Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week, Rachel Rix, Cygnet's Head of Education, reflects on how we create the conditions that allow every young person in our care to access education, and, most importantly, to feel that “This is My Place.”
Culture Day at Cygnet Hospital Wyke: embedding race equality, belonging and inclusion
During Race Equality Week, Matthew McKenzie, Cygnet PCREF Carer Lead reflects on a recent visit to Cygnet Hospital Wyke's Culture Day.
Listening to Women’s Voices in Forensic Care
Beth Harrison, Principal Forensic Psychologist at Cygnet Maple House, shares insights on attending a national collaboration event alongside a service user.
Social media and children’s mental health: what parents should know
As debate grows over a possible social media ban for children, Dr Erica De Lange explores the signs of social media addiction and how parents can offer meaningful support.
How DBT Helped Me Transform My Life – Qunoot’s Journey
From masking emotions as a child to finding hope and recovery through DBT, this is the inspiring journey of former service user Qunoot.
Transforming CAMHS Pathways: How Blended Intensive Support Is Improving Care for Young People
Medical Director Dr Sidhartha Hakim shares how Cygnet's new Adolescent Intensive Support model is transforming CAMHS care.