In the latest episode of the Changing Lives podcast, we travelled to Cygnet Sherwood Lodge to learn more about art psychotherapy from our staff and service users.

Social Care Superpower

Aug 15th, 2023 18m 39s

In this episode of the Changing Lives podcast, we're joined by six member of our social care staff as part of the Social Care Superpower campaign.They discussed what they consider to be the best things about their jobs and what skills and attri

Embracing diversity with Cygnet's Multicultural Network

Jul 26th, 2022 45m 21s

Cygnet’s Multicultural Network is a vibrant forum that plays an instrumental role in providing a credible and unified voice for Minority Ethnic staff. In this episode of the Changing Lives podcast, we visit Cygnet Hospital Taunton to chat with

Nurturing our community together

Jun 28th, 2022 31m 54s

In this episode we visit Cygnet Brunel, a service providing neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative rehabilitation for men with mental health difficulties and acquired brain injuries.We caught up with Hospital Manager, Stephanie Coxon and the st

Induction with a difference

Jan 4th, 2022 23m 50s

A great employee induction can make all the difference between new joiners enjoying a long, successful career at an organisation or leaving before their probation period is complete.In this episode of the Changing Lives podcast, Specialist Trai

Inspiring self recovery: a sunrise of good feeling

Dec 17th, 2021 34m 46s

In this episode we’re at Gledholt Mews talking with resident Peter Adu about Duzy Arts – a social enterprise he has launched to support individuals living in mental health services. We also chat to Service Manager, Enrique Jose Chacoris, and so

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Joining Cygnet as an international doctor

Nov 29th, 2021 39m 16s

In this episode we learn about Cygnet’s international doctor programme. There is a lot to consider when relocating from one country to another for work. So, what’s it like to be an international doctor? What are the challenges and opportunities

Co-producing the Evergreen Cafe

Nov 10th, 2021 22m 2s

In this episode of Changing Lives we visit The Fields in Sheffield, a residential service for adults with learning disabilities. We spoke with the staff team and resident Michael about their new Evergreen Cafe, which was born out of the People'

Creating a sense of belonging in teams

Aug 18th, 2021 20m 42s

Creating a sense of belonging is really important, especially in a new service like Joyce Parker Hospital. In this episode of the Changing Lives Podcast, Stacey chats about belonging with Louise and Rachael who work together at Joyce Parker Hos

Finding the resilience within

Aug 17th, 2021 24m 14s

It’s been tough for the last year, and more, for everyone. The pandemic has challenged every walk of life. And, when it comes to mental health, resilience has been tested more than ever. Not just for patients/service users but for the people wh

Getting through the tough times with inspirational colleagues

Aug 2nd, 2021 20m 18s

In Episode 2 of Changing Lives, our podcast for the staff at Cygnet Health Care, we take some time out with Barry, Phoebe, and Rosie at Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke to celebrate inspirational colleagues during the pandemic, and how to get through t

Keep caring and carry on during the pandemic

Jul 28th, 2021 17m 14s

In Episode 1 of Changing Lives, our podcast for the staff of Cygnet Health Care, Adrian and Nita get together for a brew and a chat.Adrian Ashurst is a Specialist Trainer, and Nita Roper is Hospital Director at Sherwood House. They have both be

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