Get urgent help in a mental health crisis
If you need urgent help, call us on +44 (0) 1534 445290.
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Hospital-based mental health care
Our hospital-based, inpatient service provides short-term and intermediate mental health care as part of a joined-up system.
To make sure your care is well coordinated we work closely with:
- Community Mental Health Teams
- GPs
- the General Hospital
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CAMHS
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Learning disabilities
- social care
- charities
- other local services
Our wards provide safe and supportive care during times of mental health need.
Our team
When you're admitted, our team will carry out a full assessment to understand your mental, physical, and social needs.
This team includes
- doctors
- nurses
- psychologists
- occupational therapists
- other specialists
Together, we design a personalised care plan and review it regularly with you, and your carers if appropriate.
Adult care
Orchard Ward supports adults who need inpatient mental health care. The team provides assessment, treatment, and recovery support in a safe and respectful setting.
Learn more about Orchard Ward and the support we provide there.
Older adult care
Cedar Ward provides care for older adults who require inpatient mental health care in a calm and comfortable setting. The ward focuses on dignity, wellbeing, and helping patients stay as independent as possible.
Learn more about Cedar Ward and the support we provide there.
Short stay assessment
Beech Ward offers admission for assessment and support with memory difficulties. Staff work closely with patients and their families to understand their needs and plan the next steps in care. Patients can step down into one of the intermediate care beds should a longer period of treatment be required.
Learn more about Beech Ward and the support we provide there.