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Trust launches new tool to make mental health information more accessible

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust has introduced a new accessibility toolbar to make its online information easier to read, translate and navigate for patients, carers and families across Kent and Medway.

Digital team to develop their own app to support patient wellbeing

Our Digital team and clinical colleagues recently won the Health Innovation Kent Surrey Sussex Hackathon, where frontline NHS teams had the chance to design real-world digital health solutions.

Disability inclusion recognised with highest accreditations

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust has achieved Level 3 Disability Confident Leader status, the highest level in the UK Government’s Disability Confident scheme.

Outbreak of Meningitis B in East Kent

There is currently an outbreak of meningococcal disease (MenB) in Kent with 29 identified cases and unfortunately 2 deaths.

Liaison psychiatry innovation delivers faster mental health care in Kent and Medway EDs

Patients presenting to emergency departments in Kent and Medway are now being seen faster for mental health assessment, following changes to liaison psychiatry services.

Interim Chief People Officer appointed to Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Ali Layne Smith has been appointed Interim Chief People Officer for Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust, following the planned retirement of Sandra Goatley, who steps down on 10 April after 10 years with the trust.

One Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust for everyone

For the first time, everyone in Kent and Medway will now be supported by one local NHS mental health trust, marking a new chapter in care.

Mental health patients find calm with reptile therapy in Kent and Medway

Geckos, bearded dragons, tortoises and snakes have become an unexpected part of care at Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust, where a new reptile assisted therapy programme has been running on its hospital wards in Maidstone.

Embedding occupational therapy in GP practices is cutting demand and building patient trust

A 45% reduction in GP appointments and a 57% drop in emergency department visits have been achieved after Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust integrated an occupational therapist into primary care multidisciplinary teams supporting a group of 10 local GP surgeries.

Generous donation to support young people at Kent and Medway Adolescent Hospital

Young people receiving care at Kent and Medway Adolescent Hospital are benefiting from a generous donation to mark the launch of a newly integrated mental health service across Kent and Medway.