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Providing high quality, safe care for Specialist Services across England. We are part of Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, #MPFT 💙

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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 21/03/2026
Neurodiversity is particularly important to recognise within the criminal justice system. Research shows that between 60–90% of young people in custody have a learning difficulty… continues in comments #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #HealthAndJustice #InclusiveCare #Inclusion #Wellness #MPFT #NHS
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Around 700,000 people in the UK are autistic, each with their own strengths, experiences and support needs. By improving understanding & adapting services, we can help ensure autistic people feel respected, understood and supported. #AutismAcceptance #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #Wellness #MPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Around 1 in 10 people in the UK are dyslexic, which can affect reading, writing and processing information. With the right support, understanding and accessible communication, people with dyslexia can thrive in everyday life. #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #Dyslexia #Inclusion #Wellness #MPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Around 1 in 7 people in the UK are neurodivergent, meaning they may think, learn or process information differently. We recognise the importance of creating services that support different ways of thinking and communicating. #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #Inclusion #Wellness #Neurodiversity #MPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 23 ✨ In June, Diane Goodwin (Head of Nursing in ALD and Clinical Team Lead), Alex Warner (Acute Liaison Nurse and CLDN) and Sharon Bath (CLDN) attended & spoke at University of Wolverhampton for their Celebration of Learning Disability Week 👏 #WellnessMPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 22 ✨ Festive throwback 🎄 Shingi, Equality Lead & First Team Service Lead for our Forensic Mental Health Services caught up with our Christmas elf at the ‘VD: REACHOUT Launch Event’ earlier this year💡 #WellnessMPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 19 ✨ Behind the scenes 📽️ In September, members of our Eating Disorders Service swapped the clinic for the camera as we filmed an “Introduction to Guided Self Help". Keep a lookout for the full video. ➡️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel @ MPFTSpecialistServices
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 18 ✨ Our fantastic MPFT Meir Primary Care Centre dental team have decorated their noticeboard for #Christmas 🎄 #WellnessMPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 17 ✨ This year, trainers from The National Autistic Society, supported by MPFT, have been providing 'Neurodiversity in Health & Justice Services' training. Yesterday, the last session of 2025 was held in Nottingham - we look forward to next year's sessions. #WellnessMPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 15 ✨ Our MPFT Adult Eating Disorders (AED) service attended the CMHT transformation event in January - celebrating many successes & achievements, including AED 👏 #WellnessMPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 12 ✨ In September, our Children & Young People’s Health & Justice service held an event to launch the ‘Neuro-verse’ 💡 ➡️ Find more information about the 'Neuro-Verse', additional content and materials at: orlo.uk/T4ZMG
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 11 ✨ In February we launched our ‘WeTalk’ sessions - aimed at introducing colleagues to services they may have less knowledge about. The sessions have attracted over 670 attendees, reflecting excellent staff engagement in professional learning & service development 💡
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 9 ✨ On 21st March, two of our Adult Learning Disability service PCNs attended the British Journal of Nursing Awards. They were awarded the Bronze Award - the first time that Learning Disability Nursing has been recognised at these awards! #WellnessMPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 8 ✨ Our 8 Care team were invited to create an abstract for the annual Diabetes Conference in June, receiving a prize-winning entry & an invitation to present 👏 #WellnessMPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 4 ✨ Our Health & Justice projects 'Voices for Change' & 'Keys to Employment' were shortlisted and our RECONNECT team won the 'Addressing Inequalities' award at the Positive Practise in Mental Health Awards in June at @stokecityfc.bsky.social🏆 #WellnessMPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 3 ✨ In the New Year, our Cross Street Clinic in Burton was just one of several Dental Surgeries to be refurbished 🦷 #WellnessMPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
✨ #12DaysOfWellness - Day 2 ✨ In January, our Cheshire Health & Justice service held a staff engagement session focussing on Voices for Change - aiming to enhance accessibility across our services, identify barriers & reduce inequalities for service users 👏 #WellnessMPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
✨ 12 days of Wellness ✨ What a year it’s been for Wellness! We will be looking back and sharing some of our 2025 highlights leading up to Christmas Day - from launching new services to winning awards, there’s been a lot to celebrate 👏 Let the countdown begin! #12DaysOfWellness #WellnessMPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
🎉 Happy 2nd birthday, #Wellness! 🎉 It’s been another full year, and we want to take this opportunity to thank our incredible colleagues who make Wellness great every single day 👏 #WellnessMatters #WellnessMPFT 💙
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
🦷 A quick check could make all the difference. Spot anything-unusual: ulcers, red/white patches, lumps lasting over 3 weeks? Early detection saves lives. Don’t wait - get checked. #MouthCancerActionMonth #MouthAware
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
There has never been a better time for us to come together and start playing as a team to end violence against women and girls. All men can commit to making the world safer and more equal - that's #TheGoal. orlo.uk/Ue94r #TheGoal #WRD25
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Every child deserves guidance, not just punishment. We stand for young people in the criminal justice system - ensuring they get support, education, and second chances. Because every young life matters. #TheWhyBehindTheWhat #YouthJustice #SupportNotStigma #EveryChildCounts
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Did you know it's #MouthCancerActionMonth ⁉️ The Bentilee Dental team have decorated their noticeboard to help spread awareness 👄 Mouth cancer can often be spotted in its early stages by your dentist, so it's important to have regular dental check-ups 📆 #MouthAware
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
This November is #MouthCancerActionMonth 👄 If you see an ulcer, patch or lump lasting more than 3 weeks — don’t wait. Get checked. Together we can spot it early and save lives. #MouthAware
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Flu spreads quickly in schools and can sometimes cause serious illness. That’s why the NHS offers the free nasal spray flu vaccine to all school-aged children. It’s quick, safe, and usually given at school during the autumn term. More info ➡️ orlo.uk/1QAcK
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
October saw the launch of the 'Neuro‑Verse', our new MPFT animation and toolkit created in partnership with the Stoke-on-Trent & Staffordshire Violence Reduction Alliance. 💬 We want to highlight some of the feedback you shared with us. Find more information about the 'Neuro-Verse': orlo.uk/ZZneH
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
It’s important to recognise the signs of stress and the effects it can have on our health. Stress affects us all in different ways, so here is a reminder to slow down & reach out if you or someone you know needs support 💙 #StressAwarenessWeek 📆
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
If you have a long-term health condition, the flu vaccine helps protect you from getting seriously ill. Find out if you’re eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine and how to book ➡️ orlo.uk/cDxDK
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
Flu can be very unpleasant for young children and sometimes cause serious illness. If your child is 2 or 3, they can get a free NHS nasal spray flu vaccine. 👉 Book now at your GP surgery or a participating pharmacy in the NHS App. More info ➡️ orlo.uk/pBD3w
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
It's #InternationalStammeringAwarenessDay 👇 A stammer isn’t a weakness or a defect; it is a difference in the way some people speak. How can you help? 👂 Listen with patience ⏸️ Pause - don't prompt or interrupt 💙 Encourage representation
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
Wishing all who celebrate a very happy #Diwali 🎊
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
You can save on average £49 a week if you quit smoking this #Stoptober - track how much you save with the NHS Quit Smoking App 📱
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Specialist Services MPFT NHS @specialistservices.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
We’re live at the 2025 Health & Justice Summit! ⚖️ Our stand shares real reflections from Trauma Informed Care (TIC) training, Care Opinion feedback, and the premiere of our new video showcasing how we support the full criminal justice pathway 💡 🎥 Watch it here: orlo.uk/FsKJe
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Happy #AHPsDay 💙 A huge thank you to our amazing Allied Health Professionals who help our service users live healthier, happier lives 👏
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
October is #ADHDAwarenessMonth - a time to uplift neurodivergent voices, challenge stigma, and deepen our understanding. 📘 Dive into the 'Neuro-Verse', our toolkit designed to help professionals recognise, understand, and embrace neurodiversity: orlo.uk/DRxge #ADHDAwareness #NeuroVerse
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
Dyslexia isn’t a flaw - it’s a different way of processing information 👇 When we introduce small but thoughtful changes (extra time, assistive tech, clearer formatting), we don’t just remove barriers - we unlock confidence and improve access 💬 #DyslexiaAwarenessWeek #DAW25 #RaiseTheVolume
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
You've done the hard bit, and now you get to see the benefits! After 72 hours your pulse, breathing, and energy levels should be returning to normal, with your senses of taste and smell also improving. Find out more about the health benefits of quitting smoking here: orlo.uk/RH67L #Stoptober
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
"The staff were fantastic" 💬 This #FeedbackFriday we’re celebrating amazing feedback for our Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Diabetic Eye Screening service. #VisionMatters #DESMPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
There are SO many great reasons to quit this #Stoptober - and we are here for you every step of the way 🙌 🔗 Find out more and get support from: orlo.uk/C5h4D
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
#Stoptober starts today! You are doing the best thing you can for your health by quitting - and you don't need to do it alone. There are plenty of ways to get support, but the best way to get started is to get your free Personal Quit Plan 👉 orlo.uk/d8KaP
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
A big thank you to our past, present, and future NHS colleagues this #BlackHistoryMonth. Join us as we celebrate our leaders, caregivers, colleagues, and friends. Happy Black History Month! #BHM2025
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
"I'm extremely proud to work with such a brilliant team" 🌟 Hear more from our fantastic MPFT Staffordshire & Shropshire Diabetic Eye Screening team about the amazing work they do ⬇️ orlo.uk/RzkOY #VisionMatters #DESMPFT #NationalEyeHealthWeek
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Diabetic Eye Screening Overview v1.0
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
👋 Have you met Jack yet? Jack is the star of our brand-new Neuro-Verse animation, to help professionals recognise and better understand neurodivergence in children & young people. 🎥 Watch the video here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=1S3I...
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Understand Jack: A Lesson in Neurodivergence
YouTube video by MPFT Specialist Services
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
👁 If you have diabetes, make sure to attend both your Diabetic Eye Screening and a regular eye exam with an optician - each one plays a unique role in protecting your vision. Get in touch: ☎️ 0300 303 0887 📧 diabeticeye@mpft.nhs.uk #VisionMatters #DESMPFT #NationalEyeHealthWeek
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
✨ Last Friday, MPFT officially launched Neuro-Verse! ✨ In collaboration with the Violence Reduction Alliance, we’ve created a new animation & resources to help professionals spot the signs of neurodivergence in children and young people & raise awareness in schools, health, and community settings.
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
👁 If you’ve got diabetes, don’t skip your OCT scan when invited - it’s a critical step that can protect your vision. 🔗 orlo.uk/OfMKt ☎️ 0300 303 0887 📧 diabeticeye@mpft.nhs.uk #VisionMatters #DESMPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
Do you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes? Can’t get to the GP during the week? 🏟️ Our Saturday clinics make it easy to get your annual review done - on your schedule! If you saw us and didn’t get a chance to stop by, we’d still love to help: 📞 0300 123 4302 📧 diabetes8care@mpft.nhs.uk #8CareMPFT
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Physiotherapist to join our Shropshire Community Learning Disability Team 👇 🔵 Band 7 🔵 Shrewsbury 🔵 Closing date: 19th October 2025 Find out more and apply today: orlo.uk/izq5Z #NHSJobs #NHSCareers #NHSOpportunities
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
Anyone with a diagnosis of #diabetes from the age of 12 is eligible for Diabetic Eye Screening 💭 Early detection of diabetic retinopathy can save your vision. Schedule your appointment - or check if you're due 👇 ☎️ 0300 303 0887 📧 diabeticeye@mpft.nhs.uk #DESMPFT #NationalEyeHealthWeek
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Wellness @wellnessmpft.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Yesterday members of our Eating Disorders Service swapped the clinic for the camera as we filmed an “Introduction to Guided Self Help”. Helping to make our services more accessible and approachable. #EatingDisorders #GuidedSelfHelp #TeamMPFT #Wellness #Collaboration #BehindTheScenes
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