Introducing The Cygnet Journal
We are proud to introduce the first edition of The Cygnet Journal which showcases some of our research, Quality Improvement projects and innovation, as well as opinion pieces and experience articles.
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Cygnet Hospital Taunton staff complete One Million Step Challenge
A team of health care staff and patients from Cygnet Hospital Taunton have completed a one million step challenge to highlight the importance of keeping fit and active for the benefit of our mental health.
The Orchards hosts annual Summer Party
The Orchards, our residential service in Thorrington, Essex recently held its annual summer party. They joined by staff, residents and loved ones from Ducks Halt and a number of other Cygnet Social Care services in the East of England to enjoy the summer festivities.
Mural transforms communal lounge at Cygnet Views
The lounge at Cygnet Views, in Matlock. has been completely transformed after a local artist teamed up with service users to gain inspiration and create a stunning mural.
Cygnet staff complete 64 mile charity bike ride
Two Cygnet staff have cycled the entire length of the Basingstoke Canal to raise money for Sport in Mind, the national charity which aims to improve mental health through sport.
Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge raises over £750 for local charity
Well done to the four Cygnet staff who last weekend successfully completed the Yorkshire Three Peak Challenge walk. The challenging 24 mile circular route in the Yorkshire Dales includes the peaks of Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough and was undertaken to raise money for Footprints Conductive Education Centre.
Support worker from Cherry Tree House completes skydive in memory of his partner
A Support Worker at a residential care service in Nottinghamshire has completed a skydive in memory of his partner who died after suffering with a chronic long condition.
2025 Cygnet Calendar Competition Winners Announced!
Here are the Winners and Special Mentions pieces of artwork chosen for the 2025 Cygnet Calendar Competition.
Cygnet colleagues raise £2,000 for Samaritans
Cygnet colleagues have raised more than £2,000 for the Samaritans by taking on the Great North Run after being inspired by the story of a Newcastle resident who almost ended his life in 2023.
Cygnet Hospital Beckton unveils new Social Hub
Cygnet Hospital Beckton has become our latest inpatient service to have a space transformed into a homely ‘social hub’ as part of a unique collaboration between service users, former patients and staff.
Clive takes on Scafell Pike challenge for autism charity
Clive Summerbell, a member of the maintenance team at Cygnet Wast Hills, has recently completed an epic challenge to raise money for a charity that helps people with autism.
Ben’s fundraising challenge for Mind
Well done to Ben, a service user at Vincent Court, who has taken on an epic swimming challenge and has raised over £500 for Mind, the mental health charity.