On admission, the multidisciplinary team comprising medical, psychological, nursing, occupational health and physiotherapy staff assess the patient, and with the full involvement of their family and carers draw up a plan of care, including at this point the outline criteria for discharge.
Assessments include the identification of social needs, the recognition of strengths as well as any problems, and encourage realistic goals. The focus of care and treatment maintains safety through effective risk assessment and management alongside ensuring that the patient's physical, psychological and social needs are met.
We provide a full range of evidence based one-to-one interventions based on ongoing assessment, with risk assessment and management at all times, including the following:
- Physical treatments including medication
- Psychotherapeutic approaches
- Psychosocial interventions specifically aimed at promoting social inclusion
- Physical activities
- Social activities within the unit and linking with local recreational and rehabilitation services