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The MPFT PodcastEsme’s story of anorexia and recoveryFor this episode, Peer Support Worker Lee Porter is joined by Esme, a service user of MPFT's Eating Disorders Service. Esme shares her journey through anorexia nervosa, reflecting on the challenges, turning points, and the daily choices that shape recovery. Together, they explore the complexities of the disease, the importance of seeking support, and the hope that comes with recovery.MPFT provides specialist Eating Disorders services for adults and children, offering both outpatient and inpatient care to support recovery.A transcript of this episode is available to download: https://www.mpft.nhs...
2025-11-2721 minThe MPFT Podcast0-19 Service: Together Against Bullying - a parent’s guideBullying can have a lasting impact on a child’s emotional well-being and development. In this episode, we explore what bullying looks like today — both in person and online — and how parents can recognize the signs early. We’ll share practical strategies for supporting your child, fostering resilience, and working with schools to create a safe environment. Whether your child is experiencing bullying or you want to prevent it, this conversation offers actionable advice and reassurance for every parent.A transcript of this episode is available to download: https://www.mpft.nhs.uk/application/files/33...
2025-11-1320 minThe MPFT PodcastSupporting the transition from children’s to adult mental health servicesThe move from childhood to adulthood can be a stressful time of change for all young people and their families. When a young person is experiencing mental health issues that transition from Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, or CAMHS for short, to adult mental health services can be particularly challenging. A new Transitional Care Team has been launched in Staffordshire by the Trust to support young people with navigating these complex changes.For this episode we're joined by Emma Brassington, who works in the Transitional Care Team as a Supporting Transition and Adulthood...
2025-11-0312 minThe MPFT PodcastMPFT Staff Wellbeing HubMaking time for our own wellbeing is hugely important. For this latest episode we're joined by Sarah Hodgkins, Team Leader of the MPFT Staff Wellbeing Hub to explore how the Hub supports people who work for the Trust.MPFT staff can visit the Staff Wellbeing Hub SharePoint site to make a referral or find out more - https://c9online.sharepoint.com/sites/MPFT-Team02/SWHMPFT/SitePages/Staff-Wellbeing-Hub.aspxA transcript of this episode is available to download: https://www.mpft.nhs.uk/application/files/1517/5801/5715/The_MPFT_Podcast_Episode_102_Transcript...
2025-09-1814 minThe MPFT PodcastRight care, right time, right place - Integrated Care Coordination for Urgent Care ServiceMost often the best place for a person to receive urgent care is in the community and, where possible in their own home. A core aim of the new NHS 10 Year Plan is to shift care from hospital to the community. The Integrated Care Coordination for Urgent Care Service, or ICC for short works to do just that.For this episode, we'll be talking about how the service works to coordinate the care a patient in urgent need receives in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent, with the aim ofavoiding hospital stay where possible.
2025-09-0114 minThe MPFT PodcastDr Gary Lamph – my journey to being selected for the National Institute for Health and Care Research’s Nursing Research Leadership ProgrammeFor this episode of The MPFT Podcast we're joined by Dr Gary Lamph, an Honorary Consultant Nurse (Mental Health) with MPFT and a Reader in Mental Health Nursing at Keele University, who has been selected for the National Institute for Health and Care Research’s (NIHR) Nursing Research Leadership Programme.Gary reflects on his impressive career, alongside his excitement at his new role which he hopes to use to inspire new people to get involved in research.If you'd like to learn more about how you can get involved in...
2025-08-1818 minThe MPFT PodcastHow reciprocal mentoring supports our journey towards equity for allReciprocal mentoring is a two way process where those paired together both gain as a mentoring pair through formal-and-informal group and one-to-one sessions. As part of MPFT’s journey to ensuring equity for all, members of the Trust Board took part in a reciprocal mentoring programme with colleagues from different ethnic minority backgroundsto hear about their experiences and gain a greater understanding of the challenges they face in their professional and personal lives. This episode of The MPFT Podcast features a conversation between Saky Kaur (Health Visitor) and Claire Bailey (Managing Director for Children and Fam...
2025-08-0419 minThe MPFT PodcastThe future of respiratory care with Victoria CampbellWelcome to this latest edition of The MPFT Podcast!For this episode, Naomi Martin from the MPFT communications team is joined by Victoria Campbell, or Vicky, who’s doing amazing work as a Respiratory Nurse Consultant and one of only a few national Respiratory Champions in the UK.She’s helping to change the game for people with lung conditions, not just in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Tent, but all across the country. Whether you’re living with a lung condition, a carer for someone with a lung condition, or just curious about how change happens in the NHS...
2025-07-2820 minThe MPFT Podcast0-19 Service: Infant Mental Health and WellbeingIn this latest episode with our 0-19 Service, Caroline, Kristy and Laura talk about Infant Mental Health and Wellbeing.Good infant mental health enables infants to feel safe and secure and it establishes the foundations for children’s ongoing social and emotional development.If you would like to talk to a Health Visitor please callthe Hub on 0808 178 0611 or text 07520 615 722. Our Hub is open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm but not bank holidays.A transcript of this episode is available to download.Links & Info:Families Health and Wellbeing Service 0-19 Health Visi...
2025-06-2010 minThe MPFT PodcastOpening of MPFT's new mental health crisis care facilityWelcome to this latest edition of the new look MPFT Podcast!For this episode we're focusing on the opening of our new mental health crisis care facility at St George's Hospital in Stafford.Mark Fletcher from the MPFT communications team is joined on this chat by Shelley Evans, MPFT Service Lead for Mental Health Urgent Care Services in South Staffordshire.Operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the specialised facility will offer urgent assessment and support to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis who have come into contact with emergency services.
2025-06-0609 minThe MPFT PodcastBecoming an MPFT GovernorWe’re back with another edition of the new look MPFT Podcast and for this episode we’re focusing on the brilliant work of our Governors.Governors are volunteer representatives who play a crucial role in the governance of NHS Foundation Trusts such as MPFT, and serve as an invaluable link between our members, the public, our Board and the wider Trust.Our Chair Jackie Small sat down with our Lead Governor Alan Jasper to talk about the role of Governor, the difference it makes and the value of volu...
2025-05-2708 minThe MPFT PodcastCelebrating our CQC 'Good' rating for adult acute mental health wardsWe’ve relaunched the MPFT Podcast and have a fresh new look!As well as being able to listen to episodes via your podcast channel of choice, you can now also view episodes through our YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/@mpftnhs For this episode we’re celebrating our ‘Good’ rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) for our adult acute mental health wards and psychiatric intensive care unit, which provide specialised support and treatment for people with severe mental health needs.We’re joined by Emma...
2025-05-0916 minThe MPFT Podcast0-19 Service: Baby BluesIn this latest MPFT Podcast episode with the Families' Health and Wellbeing 0-19 Service, we hear from Health Visitors Caroline, Kristy and Carolyn talking about Baby Blues - a common experience for many new parents in the first few weeks after giving birth resulting in low mood and tearfulness.
A transcript of this episode is available to download.
To speak to a Health Visitor please call 0808 178 0611
Links & info:
Families Health and Wellbeing Service 0-19 Health Visiting and School Nursing (mpft.nhs.uk)
For Free and Confidential Talking...
2024-11-1107 minThe MPFT PodcastHealth and social care working better together to support mental health inpatientsJoint working can often be key to providing comprehensive and effective mental health care to people in need. The Social Care In-Reach team works closely with health colleagues and external agencies to ensure holistic care for patients, and their unique position allows them to bridge gaps between medical treatment, social support, and community resources.
Charlie Thorpe and Naomi Babbs talk about how the service, provided by MPFT in partnership with Staffordshire County Council is making a difference.
A transcript of this episode is available to download.
2024-10-2812 minThe MPFT Podcast0-19 Service: AsthmaIn this latest MPFT Podcast episode with the Families' Health and Wellbeing 0-19 Service, Caroline talks to Sadie, a children’s respiratory consultant nurse about asthma. The episode covers what asthma is, the symptoms, how it is treated, the importance of Personal Asthma Action Plans and ‘Count it out’ methods.
A transcript of this episode is available to download.
Links & info:
Families Health and Wellbeing Service 0-19 Health Visiting and School Nursing (mpft.nhs.uk)
Downloadable ‘Count it Out’ chart - PowerPoint
Presentation (staffsstokeics.org.uk)
Children and young people's asthma fact sheet - Transformation...
2024-10-1614 minThe MPFT PodcastMental Health Support Team (South Staffordshire)In this episode of the podcast we hear from Leanne Borley and Jordan Perrins. Both of them work for the Mental Health Support Team in South Staffordshire. The team work closely with identified mental health leads within schools supporting children and young people with emerging, mild, or moderate mental health difficulties that may be affecting their day to day life.
Jordan talks about the mental health difficulties he experienced as a young person, and the work he now does supporting children in South Staffordshire.
Follow the team on social media:
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2024-05-1015 minThe MPFT Podcast0-19 Service: 5 Ways to WellbeingIn this episode Kristy, Carolyn and Caroline talk about 5
Ways to Wellbeing.
Our mental health is important and evidence suggests there are ways that we can look after it which can help to improve our mental health and wellbeing. Trying these things could help you feel more positive, cope
better with life’s up and downs, and get the most out of life.
These 5 Ways to Wellbeing are simple things that we can all try to fit into our everyday lives and give ourselves a boost.
Read tips on improving your mental wellbeing (Mi...
2024-05-0810 minThe MPFT PodcastNHS Staff Survey Results 2023March is when the NHS Staff Survey results are published, and we are delighted to announce MPFT scorded above average in all nine of the key elements of the 2023 NHS Staff Survey, surpassing our previous year's results despite another difficult year for NHS services.
In this episode we are joined by two colleagues from our Organisational Development Team (Lisa Whitehouse and Abbie Charlesworth) who discuss the highlights in our results, and also the importance of the survey results in shaping and improving the health and social care services we provide.
A transcript of the episode...
2024-03-0715 minThe MPFT PodcastWhite Ribbon AccreditationOur Safeguarding Team offer an introduction to the White Ribbon campaign, and discuss the recent announcement of MPFT becoming White Ribbon accredited.
Website links:
White Ribbon UK
Rape Crisis England & Wales
Refuge
A transcript of this episode is available from our website.
2023-11-2210 minThe MPFT PodcastBlack History Month 2023To mark Black History Month 2023 we present a discussion between Jack McKinnell (Senior Peer Support Worker from the East Staffordshire Mental Health Support Team), Chanette Barnard (Director and Training Lead at Empower My Voice), and Simeon (a teacher at the Knowledge Room DE).
2023-10-2423 minThe MPFT PodcastEnable: supported employment servicesUnemployment rates are often high for people with mental health issues and the road to a new job can feel overwhelming.
Within Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin, MPFT is working with specialist mental health employment support service Enable to support people to find work suited to their interests and skills. We chat with Neil Woodhouse, an Early Intervention Support Worker with MPFT, and Matt Morris, Senior Employment Specialist with Enable to explore this further.
A transcript of this episode is available to download.
2023-10-2322 minThe MPFT PodcastSupporting the mental health of people sleeping rough and homelessMike Cooper and Jade Clarke are MPFT Mental Health Nurses who work with local authorities, housing associations, and voluntary and community organisations in Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin to offer mental health support to people who are sleeping rough or experiencing homelessness.
They talk about the support they provide to some of the most vulnerable people in society, what motivates them, and the difference it is making.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2023-10-0915 minThe MPFT PodcastFreedom to Speak Up GuardiansSpeaking up to raise a concern about anything that gets in the way of good patient care is vital in ensuring lessons are learned and services can continuously improve.
To mark Speak Up Month, which takes place throughout October each year, we chat with Kath Chambers, one of MPFT’s Freedom to Speak Up Guardians about the role and process of speaking up, and why she’s so committed to ensuring this is business as usual across the NHS.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2023-10-0418 minThe MPFT PodcastA Fantastic Place to Work: putting people at the heart of what we do with Jo ProbynJo Probyn (Head of Forensics) talks about her experience of being invited to 10 Downing Street to attend the 'NHS Heroes' event as part of the NHS75 celebrations. She also discusses her career path that led to her current role as Head of Forensics, and her receipt of "The Fantastic Place to Work Award" at our recent Staff Awards Ceremony.
A transcript of this episode is available to download.
2023-09-2520 minThe MPFT PodcastExploring the career of an Occupational Therapist at MPFTIn this podcast episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Beth Barnett, an Occupational Therapist at MPFT.
Listen to Beth open up about her career journey, and share the driving force behind her choice to become an Occupational Therapist, and highlight her favourite aspects of the role.
If you would like to join our award-winning trust as an Occupational Therapist, check out our latest vacancies on our website.
A transcript of this episode is available download.
2023-09-1914 minThe MPFT PodcastRecondition the NationIn this episode we chat with two of our staff about the work that they have been doing to keep inpatients active during a hospital stay to support with their recovery.
The fun, inventive approaches that they and others across the Trust have taken to support our patients has led to MPFT being one of just a handful of NHS trusts in the Midlands to receive the Recondition the Nation Platinum Award.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2023-08-3014 minThe MPFT Podcast0-19 Service: Breastfeeding and Returning to WorkJoin Carol and Stacey in this episode of the Parents Podcast
Series where they talk about breastfeeding when returning to work.
It can be a daunting prospect thinking about returning to
work while breastfeeding. Carol and Stacey discuss your rights as a breastfeeding employee and top tips on how to practically manage your return.
Further information is available through your Health Visiting Team: call them on 0808 178 0611 or visit the service website.
The NHS website has information about breastfeeding and returning to work.
Read about UNICEF's Baby Friendly Initiative.
A...
2023-07-0408 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Green SpacesIn this episode of our podcast, we hear from Nicola Ball (Specialist Nurse Practitioner) who works in CAMHS, Lichfield.
Nicola talks about the therapeutic benefits of being outside in green spaces, and the development of a garden for children and young people at Holly Lodge in Lichfield.
Read about the work for MPFT's Green Team on our website, and follow them on Twitter.
A transcript of this episode is available.
2023-06-2311 minThe MPFT Podcast0-19 Service: Take Action Today, Put Them AwayIn this episode Carol and Caroline talk about reducing the risks of accidental poisoning in children.
From kitchen cleaner to medicines and things lurking in your garden shed, keeping them away from children is so important. We all wish we had eyes in the back of our heads but being more aware of where we store things in our homes should help us to reduce those risks.
You can find more useful information on the MPFT website, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents website, and the Child Accident Prevention Trust website.
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2023-06-0510 minThe MPFT Podcast0-19 Service: 5 Minute MindfulnessMindfulness is about being aware of the present moment, sensations and thoughts. Becoming more aware of the present moment can help us enjoy the world around us more and understand ourselves a little better.
In this episode, health visitor Carol shares how mindfulness can be enjoyed in every day experiences and invites you to join her on a short guided meditation concentrating on your breathing, to help you focus on the here and now.
Information about mindfulness on the NHS website.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2023-05-1207 minThe MPFT Podcast0-19 Service: Guided Meditation for SleepSleep is so important, but busy thoughts can whizz around our heads, making it difficult to settle.
Join Health Visitor Carol as she invites you to follow a guided meditation to help quiet your mind in readiness for sleep.
She uses a visualisation technique where you will imagine walking along a beautiful beach, keying into your senses, before finding a comfortable spot to rest, relax and sleep.
Advice on the NHS website for those suffering from sleep problems.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2023-05-1008 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Community Foundation GrantsIn this latest episode of The MPFT Podcast we hear from Leanne Macpherson (Head of programmes at the Community Foundation for Staffordshire).
Leanne describes the Community Foundation's role in approving grant applications to organisations seeking to provide community-based projects that help support people in Staffordshire with mental health illness. This work is part of the Community Mental Health Transformation programme in Staffordshire.
You can learn more about the Community Foundation and their work online.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2023-04-2609 minThe MPFT Podcast0-19 Service: Shake Off the StressJoin Carol (a health visitor within the 0-19 service) as she talks you through a physical activity to help shake off feelings of tension or stress from the body.
This can be a useful technique to share with children; they too might benefit from shaking off feelings of tension or worry. Or you could decide to do this activity together with your child just for the fun of it!
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2023-04-2505 minThe MPFT Podcast0-19 Service: Babies Cry, You Can Cope.In this episode Health Visitors Carol and Caroline talk about crying babies and the ICON messages that help people who care for babies cope with crying.
Babies start to cry more from about 2 weeks old and starts to get less each week after 8 weeks old and whether there is a reason or not it can be frustrating, upsetting and extremely stressful. They share advice to help with crying and what to do when the crying gets too much.
The ICON website
The ICON Crying Plan template
Baby Sling Safety
2023-04-2011 minThe MPFT PodcastWhose ShoesIn this episode of The MPFT Podcast, Lyse Edwards (Head of Operations for the Children and Families Care Group) talks with Gill Phillips (developer of Whose Shoes, a game for co-production) and Rachel Crook (one of the Professional Lead Nurses in the Care Group) about the Whose Shoes Game, and how the Care Group are hoping to use it to shape services.
They share details of two upcoming workshops where Whose Shoes will be in use:
to help develop perinatal services on Wednesday 3 May
to explore how we better join up care for children and young...
2023-04-1136 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Serious Mental IllnessIn this latest episode we hear about the collaborative work being undertaken by Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust, and colleagues from Primary Care (GP Practices) across Staffordshire. Their work is helping those people suffering from Serious Mental Illness (SMI) deal with both their mental and physical health problems.
A transcript of this episode is available on our website.
2023-04-0612 minThe MPFT PodcastCelebrating becoming a University NHS TrustWe are celebrating gaining University Trust status from Keele University.
From Tuesday 4 April 2023, we will be known as Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust.
We will continue to use MPFT, for short, as this is widely used and well recognised.
The award is in recognition of our contribution to research and education over a number of years. We play an active part in training the next generation of health and care professionals, as well as improving services offered locally and nationally through our research programmes.
In this episode, we will hear...
2023-04-0408 min
The MPFT Podcast0-19 Service: Bed sharing or co-sleeping with babyIn this episode Health Visitors Caroline and Leanne talk about bed sharing or co-sleeping with baby. They share evidence-based advice so that parents can make informed decisions about their choices, but also highlight when it is considered dangerous.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
Website Links:
The Families Health and Wellbeing Service 0-19
The Lullaby Trust
Baby Sleep Info Source
UNICEF: Caring for your baby at night and when sleeping
A guide to buying safer sleep essentials
2023-03-1707 minThe MPFT Podcast0-19 Service: The Dangers of Button BatteriesIn episode 63 of The MPFT Podcast, Carol and Caroline (both Health Visitors with the Families Health and Wellbeing Service 0-19) talk about the dangers of button batteries. They share great advice and information about why they are dangerous, what parents and carers can do to keep their children safe, and what action to take if a button battery is swallowed. Finally they encourage you to do a button battery hunt in your own home.
Further information about button battery safety can be found on the Child Accident Prevention Trust and Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents...
2023-02-2209 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Service User and Carer InvolvementIn this episode of The MPFT Podcast, we hear from service uses and carers discuss why involvement is important and how it has benefitted them.
Anyone wishing to get involved with the Community Mental Health Transformation can email mh-transformation@mpft.nhs.uk or telephone 07972 661 246.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2023-02-1720 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise Organisation Co-deliveryIn this episode of The MPFT Podcast, we hear Lisa Healings from VAST and Garry Jones from Support Staffordshire, discussing how Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations are working to co-deliver the Community Mental Health Transformation.
Meet our Provider Partners (MPFT's Youtube channel)
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2023-01-2512 minThe MPFT PodcastProject SynergyIn this episode of The MPFT Podcast we hear from Chris Sands (Chief Financial Officer) and Alex Brett (Chief People Officer) describing Project Synergy: what it is, and why it came into being.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2023-01-2011 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Older AdultsIn this episode of The MPFT Podcast, we hear Matt Evans, Dr Angela Smith, Nicola Mayo, and Karen Wareham discussing the work taking place for older adults as part of the Community Mental Health Transformation.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2022-12-2217 minThe MPFT PodcastEverything I wanted to know about Recruitment and Retention in the NHS, but was afraid to askIn this episode of The MPFT Podcast we hear from Neil Carr (Chief Executive) discussing the recruitment and retention difficulties facing the whole of the NHS, and what MPFT in particular is doing to solve these problems.
A transcript of the episode is available for download.
2022-12-1915 minThe MPFT PodcastStaying Well Service: what to expect from an appointmentIn this episode of The MPFT Podcast we hear from Charlotte Woodcock (Operational Lead for the Staying Well Service). Charlotte describes what the process and appointments will be like for anyone referred into the service.
You can find more information about the Staying Well Service on our website.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2022-12-1817 minThe MPFT PodcastSafewardsSafewards is a national model of care implemented on all of our inpatient mental health wards. This episode features Steve Martin (Associate Chief Nurse) and Gary Firkins (Escalation Management Intervention Service Lead) discussing the principles behind Safewards, how it is deployed in practice, and the positive effects it has.
A transcript of the episode is available from our website.
2022-12-0818 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: InvolvementIn this episode of The MPFT Podcast, we hear from Fiona Moore, Kirstyn Marshall and Veronica Emlyn. They discuss Involvement and the important role it plays within the Community Mental Health Transformation.
Anyone wishing to get involved with the Community Mental Health Transformation can email mh-transformation@mpft.nhs.uk or telephone 07972 661 246.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2022-11-1817 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Looking back and looking aheadIn this episode of The MPFT Podcast, we hear from Angie Upton, Dr Sarah Lunt, and Jane Munton-Davies. They discuss what Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust have achieved in the first year of the Community Mental Health Transformation and what we’re hoping to achieve in year 2.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2022-11-1116 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Young AdultsIn this episode of The MPFT Podcast, we hear from Deborah Hargreaves and Michaela Kemp discussing the work taking place for young adults as part of the community mental health transformation.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2022-10-1911 minThe MPFT PodcastAn introduction to the Staying Well ServiceMark Fletcher is joined by two members of the Staying Well Service to discuss why the service is in place, who it can serve, and what those people referred into the service can expect.
A transcript of this episode is available from our website.
2022-09-2308 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Primary Care NetworksIn this episode of The MPFT Podcast, we hear from Dr Murray Campbell and Dr Waheed Abbasi discussing Primary Care Networks and the changes happening within primary care to support the community mental health transformation.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2022-09-0810 minThe MPFT PodcastNorth Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Musculoskeletal ServiceIn this episode Kay Stevenson and Karen Dawson discuss the work that has taken place to complete Phase 1 of the integration of musculoskeletal services in Staffordshire.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2022-08-1514 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Digital TransformationIn this episode of The MPFT Podcast we hear from Martyn Perry and David Hewitt discussing how digital systems are helping deliver the Community Mental Health Transformation programme, and how those changes benefit local populations.
A transcript of this episode is available for download.
2022-07-2223 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Community Mental Health Fund for AdultsIn this episode Lisa Williams, Rachel Wooliscroft, Leanne MacPherson and Ben Hollands discuss the Community Mental Health Fund for Adults in Staffordshire. They consider how the fund will benefit service users and information about the eligibility criteria.
More information about the fund can be found on the Community Foundation website.
A transcript of this episode is available from our website.
2022-07-1510 min
The MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Focus on Health Inequalities and Population HealthIn this episode Mark Fletcher, Rachel Wooliscroft and Ben Hollands discuss population health inequalities, how they have impacted on mental health in the past, and what the Community Mental Health Transformation will do to reduce their impact in the future.
A transcript of this episode is available from our website.
2022-06-1613 minThe MPFT PodcastInvolving Service Users in the Development of Recruitment TrainingHelen Klich (Involvement Team Facilitator) is joined by Judithe Best to discuss her involvement in the development of Trust interview and recruitment training. Judithe is a Service User, and her experience of our services, along with her professional experience working in recruitment, have allowed her to make a significant contribution to improving our recruitment processes.
This episode is part of our annual Service User & Carer Celebration Day.
A transcript of this episode is available from our website.
2022-04-1312 minThe MPFT PodcastProfessional Nurse AdvocatesSteve Martin (Associate Chief Nurse) is joined by Dawn Beech (Clinical lead with Newcastle District Nursing Teams) and Rachel Quarrie (Discharge Liaison Nurse) discuss the recently created role of the Professional Nurse Associate.
A transcript of this episode is available from our website.
2022-03-3110 minThe MPFT PodcastThe Integration of Health and Care: through the eyes and experience of a patient representativeIn this episode we hear from Mike Brooks. Mike is a user of the Rheumatology Service at Haywood Hospital, and is also a Physical Health Peer Support Worker. Mike has been working as a patient representative on the integration of musculoskeletal services across Staffordshire.
A transcript of this episode is available from our website.
2022-01-2816 minThe MPFT PodcastFreedom to Speak Up - in the Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin Care GroupCathy Riley (Managing Director of the Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin Care Group), Sarah Oliver (Clinical Matron, for Adult Inpatients) and Kath Chambers (Freedom to Speak Up Guardian) discuss how the recent case of a whistleblower led to an effort that has embedded a culture of 'speaking up' across the Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin Care Group.
A transcript of this episode is available from our website.
2022-01-2607 minThe MPFT PodcastImplementing the Digital StrategySteve Martin, Dr Matt Tovey and Martyn Perry discuss the implementation of the Trust's Digital Strategy. They talk about how the strategy will benefit staff and service users, reliability of systems, training and up-skilling of staff, and data quality.
You can read the Digital Strategy on our website.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-12-2026 minThe MPFT PodcastSpecialist Care Group: Kieran DohertyIn this episode we hear from Kieran Doherty, Head of Quality and Governance for Inclusion. Kieran describes his role and his experiences of the pandemic.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-12-1422 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation (Staffordshire): Focus on Neighbourhoods and Integrated Neighbourhood TeamsIn this episode we will be focusing on the new Integrated Neighbourhood Teams as part of the transformation of community mental health services in South Staffordshire.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-12-0108 minThe MPFT PodcastReflections on Leadership: Thinking about Equality and InclusionIn this episode Jenny Harvey (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team) is joined by Danny Haynes (Head of inclusion) and Taj Singh (Head of Operations for inclusion) to discuss how leaders in the Trust can approach the subject of equality and inclusion.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-11-2928 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation (Staffordshire): Mental Health PractitionersIn this episode we will be focusing on the Mental Health Practitioners which have been embedded in Primary Care Networks as part of the transformation of community mental health services in South Staffordshire.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-10-2516 minThe MPFT PodcastFreedom to Speak Up MonthOctober is Freedom to Speak Up Month. In this episode we highlight the work the Trust is doing to foster a culture in which staff feel free and able to speak up and raise concerns.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-10-0613 minThe MPFT PodcastSpecialist Care Group: Rob AbellIn this episode we hear from Rob Abell, manager of the Performance Development Team. Rob describes his role and his experiences of the pandemic.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-10-0412 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation (Staffordshire): Dynamic Purchasing SystemIn this episode we will be focusing on the Dynamic Purchasing System which is part of the transformation of community mental health services in South Staffordshire.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-09-2009 minThe MPFT PodcastBig SOOTHE Week: Men's Mental HealthPaul Jackson (Project Lead for the Wellbeing and Recovery College) is joined by Will Estall (a British Army Veteran) as they discuss their own mental health. They come along very different life journeys to this point, with Will having served in Afghanistan and Paul having worked as an author and Illustrator in the automotive industry. They start with some of the key reasons that may prevent men from feeling comfortable with openly discussing these subjects, then on to the traumas and events they have encountered, through to some of the life tools they have used for coping and living...
2021-09-1733 minThe MPFT PodcastBig SOOTHE Week: Reflections from the Front LineRichard Bagnall, from the Staff Psychological Wellbeing Hub, is joined by members of the team to share and reflect on their different roles and experiences during the pandemic. Some of their reflections include how it impacted upon them, their roles and their families.
2021-09-1630 minThe MPFT PodcastBig SOOTHE Week: An Episode from a Prison in YorkshireIn this episode we join Avril Culley, Kayleigh Riley and Laura Hughes from the Inclusion Yorkshire Prisons Teams. They’ll be discussing their experience of working through the pandemic in various prison settings, the challenges they had to deal with, and insights they have gained.
2021-09-1517 minThe MPFT PodcastBig SOOTHE Week: What are Schwartz Rounds?Katy Montgomery and Carolyn Gavin join us from the Trust’s Schwartz Steering Group to discuss their experience of Schwartz Rounds, their plan to help launch, and their hopes around the benefits it can bring to both clinical and non-clinical staff throughout the Trust. Members of staff are invited to join a live Q&A with Carolyn and Alison Bussey to be held on Thursday 16 September at 11:30.
2021-09-1406 minThe MPFT PodcastBig SOOTHE Week: A Kindness ConversationLyse Edwards (Head of Operations for the Children and Families Care Group) in conversation with Dr Bob Klaber (Consultant General Paediatrician and Director of Strategy, Research and Innovation at Imperial College) talk about the importance of kindness in the workplace.
2021-09-1324 minThe MPFT PodcastSpecialist Care Group: Nicola ForsterIn this episode we hear from Nicola Forster, Team Leader of Children's Community Offender Health Team. Nicola describes her role and her experiences of the pandemic.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-08-1706 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation in Shropshire, Telford & WrekinWe've had several episodes about Community Mental Health Transformation in Staffordshire, but that process is a national one, and in this episode we discuss what the process will mean for community mental health services in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-08-1216 minThe MPFT PodcastSpecialist Care Group: Madeleine Dunhill-PoolIn this episode we hear from Madeleine Dunhill-Pool, Speech and Language Therapist in the Community Learning Disability Team for Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin. Madeleine describes her role and her experiences of the pandemic.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-07-2613 minThe MPFT PodcastContinuous Improvement: Clinical and Practice NetworkIn this episode Helen Payne and Celine Grundy discuss the Clinical and Practice Network within our Trust.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-07-2315 minThe MPFT PodcastSpecialist Care Group: Matt WoolrichIn this episode we hear from Matt Woolrich, People Business Partner for the Care Group. Matt describes his role and his experiences of the pandemic.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-07-2009 minThe MPFT PodcastDigital Strategy ConsultationFor this episode we discuss the launch of the Trust's ambitious five-year Digital Strategy that will enable MPFT to remain at the forefront of the digital healthcare revolution. We'll be touching on the significant engagement work that's taken place to shape the strategy, what's in it, and the difference it will make to those working in, and receiving, the various services we provide.
The consultation document (and summary) can be found on our website.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-07-1925 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: RehabilitationIn this episode we will be focusing on the Rehabilitation Pathway which is part of the transformation of community mental health services in South Staffordshire.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-07-1613 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Eating DisordersIn this episode we're focusing on how the Community Mental Health Transformation in Staffordshire will enhance the care and support provided to those with an eating disorder.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-07-0911 minThe MPFT PodcastDigital WorkflowsSteve Martin and Matt Tovey return for another episode showcasing new digital initiatives within the Trust. In this episode they discuss the concept of Digital Workflows and how they can help improve efficiency and patient care.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-07-0722 minThe MPFT PodcastSpecialist Care Group: Phoebe TripneyIn this episode we hear from Phoebe Tripney, Advanced Speech and Language Therapist. Phoebe describes her role and her experiences of the pandemic.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-07-0506 minThe MPFT PodcastIntegration of adult community musculoskeletal servicesIn this episode, we're focusing on the hard work that's taking place in North Staffordshire to integrate a range of community services in order to improve the care provided to patients with musculoskeletal disease.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-07-0219 minThe MPFT PodcastSpecialist Care Group: Andy HintonIn this episode we hear from Andy Hinton, Recovery Worker for Inclusion, Isle of Wight. Andy describes his role and his experiences of the pandemic.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-06-2808 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Population HealthPopulation Health is a concept that has become increasingly prevalent in recent years with respect to health and social care. In this episode we explore what it means for the Staffordshire Community Mental Health Transformation.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-06-2513 minThe MPFT PodcastSpecialist Care Group: Mel WatsonIn this episode we hear from Mel Watson, Head of Operations for the Specialist Care Group. Mel describes her role within the Care Group and her experiences of the pandemic.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-06-1811 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Co-delivering the Community Mental Health Transformation in South StaffordshireIn this episode we focus on co-delivering the community mental health transformation in South Staffordshire, along with the role of the voluntary and community sector and local authorities.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-06-1128 minThe MPFT PodcastA Virtual OASISThe Musculoskeletal Services Team share their experiences of taking a group programme for the management of lower limb osteoarthritis (OA), the Osteoarthritis Self-management and Independent-living Support (OASIS) group, from a face to face setting into the virtual world during the COVID-19 pandemic.
They discuss their role in the transition, what they have achieved, as well as the challenges that were faced.
The aim is to give you an insight into the process they went through and potential pitfalls to avoid, and also a patients perspective on the work and outcome of the project.
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2021-06-081h 01The MPFT PodcastSpecialist Care Group: Katie BeestonIn this episode we hear from Katie Beeston, Head of Business Development for the Specialist Care Group. Katie describes her role in the Care Group, her experiences of the pandemic, and her thoughts on the future.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-06-0408 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Focus on Primary Care NetworksThe NHS Long Term Plan stresses the need for community mental health services to be delivered with the newly created Primary Care Networks, building on the wider partnership working that is currently taking place across Staffordshire to meet the health and care needs of local communities. In this episode, we'll explore what a Primary Care Network (PCN) is, and talk to our guests about the role they and primary care will play in how these important services will be delivered.
A transcript of the episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-05-2818 minThe MPFT PodcastSpecialist Care Group: Danny HamesIn this episode we hear from Danny Hames, Head of Inclusion. Danny talks about the impact of the pandemic on Inclusion services and his vision for the future.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
Find out more about Inclusion services https://www.inclusion.org
2021-05-2517 minThe MPFT PodcastSpecialist Care Group: Jonathan PlattIn this episode we hear from Jonathan Platt, Senior Financial Business Partner of the Specialist Care Group. Jonathan describes his experiences of the pandemic.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-05-1810 minThe MPFT PodcastCommunity Mental Health Transformation: Personality DisordersIn this episode we'll explore the work that is taking place as part of the Community Mental Health Transformation in South Staffordshire to support people living with a Personality Disorder.
A transcript of the episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-05-1412 minThe MPFT PodcastSpecialist Care Group: Carolyn GavinIn this episode we hear from Carolyn Gavin, Clinical and Care Director for the Specialist Care Group. Carolyn describes her experiences of the pandemic.
A transcript of this episode is available by clicking this link.
2021-05-1007 minThe MPFT PodcastIntroduction to Community Mental Health TransformationIn this episode we will provide an introduction to Community Mental Health Transformation, why this hugely ambitious piece of work is so important, how health and care organisations are working in new and exciting ways with the voluntary and community sector locally, and what this will mean for you as the transformation is rolled out over the course of the next few years.
A transcript of the episode is available through this link.
2021-04-3041 minThe MPFT PodcastDigital Transformation ProjectsIn this episode we hear from Steve Martin and Matt Tovey as they discuss some of the Trust's new and transforming digital systems and services.
A transcript of the episode is available here.
2021-04-1426 minThe MPFT PodcastHoward KingIn our second episode we hear from Howard King, Managing Director of the Specialist Care Group, talking about his role, how he has dealt with the pandemic, and plans for the future.
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2021-04-0710 minThe MPFT PodcastThe Difficulties of Working From HomeIn this episode Kay (a school nurse) and Ruth (a clinical psychologist) discuss the difficulties of working from home during the coronavirus pandemic and what coping strategies they have.
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