Regional Disability Team – Patient Information Leaflet
The Regional Disability Team offers a range of services for people with long term neurological disabilities aged from 16 years onwards. It is based at Walkergate Park.
Resource library
Search our resources library for self help guides, patient information leaflets, mental health and wellbeing information that you may find useful.
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Regional Environmental Control Systems Service – Information Leaflet
This leaflet provides you with information about the Regional Environmental Control Systems Service. The Regional Environmental Control Systems Service assists people with physical disabilities to operate a wide range of equipment and/or appliances within their desired environment.
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Relaxation techniques
Audio files of relaxation techniques that can help relieve stress and gain a sense of well-being. Available in both male and female voices.
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Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) – Factsheet
A leaflet for anyone who wants to know more about rTMS (repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation), a treatment for depression. It looks at how rTMS works, why it is used, its effects and side effects, as well as alternative treatments.
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Research – Information for service users, carers and staff
Information on research and how it is used in Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear Trust. Research is a process to gain new knowledge. Research aims to improve services and benefit patients. Research results are used to influence future NHS practice.
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Resources for carers poster
A poster which lists a range of resources available to carers.
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Respond multi-agency mental health simulation training
Respond is a unique multi-agency simulation training package for professionals involved in mental health crisis care. By increasing collaboration and knowledge, it equips staff to respond quickly and appropriately to improve patient experience.
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REVISED Code of Practice: Mental Health Act 1983
Issued by the Department of Health a revised copy of the Mental Health Act 1983: Code of Practice
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Richardson Eating Disorder Intensive Day Service
The Richardson Eating Disorder Intensive Day Service is a specialist service based at Benfield House, Walkergate Park Hospital, which provides comprehensive assessment and treatment for eating disorders. The service is for men and women aged 18 and over living in the northern and southern part of the North East of England.
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Richardson Eating Disorder Service – Catering Guidelines
These guidelines are designed to give more information on what is encouraged during a stay on ward 31A, in order for the individual to meet the nutritional requirements and be able to manage eating in a more normal way.