Welcome to Secure and Specialist Learning Disability (SSpLD) division news
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Our stories
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Temporary closure of Byron Ward
20 December 2024
Because of staffing challenges that Byron Ward on the Hollins Park Site has experienced, the service has made a decision to ensure patient and staff safety is maintained by closing Byron Ward. This closure is a short-term measure. When staffing improves, Byron ward will reopen and continue the care of our patients on the ward, at the Hollins Park Site and continue the planning to move to Linden ward.
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Celebrating creativity and recovery: The Life Rooms at Ashworth Hospital
19 December 2024
The Life Rooms team at Ashworth Hospital has been engaging patients in the arts through two remarkable events: the unveiling of a mural in the Quad Garden and an inspiring Christmas Show.
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Learning Disabilities and Autism bulletin
17 December 2024
The latest Learning Disabilities & Autism bulletin is ready for you to view at https://www.evidentlybetter.org/learning-disability-autism/2024/12/17-december-2024-2/
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Learning Disabilities and Autism bulletin
6 December 2024
The latest Learning Disabilities & Autism bulletin is ready for you to view
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Harm Reduction Unit gets positive feedback
5 December 2024
Jess Phillips MP, the Minister for Stalking, recently visited the Harm Reduction Unit in Winsford in preparation for a series of changes to anti-stalking measures including further protections for victims.
