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Local suicide prevention planning in England: an independent progress report
- Authors:
- CHADWICK Tom, OWENS Christabel, MORRISSEY Jacqui
- Publishers:
- Samaritans, University of Exeter
- Publication year:
- 2019
- Pagination:
- 97
- Place of publication:
- Ewell
This report, from Samaritans and the University of Exeter, looks at the breadth and depth of suicide prevention planning within and across local authorities in England. Specifically, the research looked at the current state of local multi-agency suicide prevention action plans, the actions contained in local plans, and the successes and challenges in suicide prevention experienced by local authorities. The findings are drawn from survey research and qualitative interviews with local suicide prevention leads, and qualitative analysis of local suicide prevention plans. The report covers actions featured in local plans according to the seven priorities: reducing the risk of suicide in key high-risk groups; improving mental health in specific groups; reducing access to the means of suicide; information and support to those bereaved or affected by suicide; support to the media; support research, data collection and monitoring; and reducing rates of self harm. The research found that almost all local authority areas have established an action plan and multi-agency suicide prevention group. There is also a commitment to collaborative working at local level. However, the research found that some areas are further ahead than others, and that local areas would benefit from collaborating with neighbouring authorities where good practice could be shared, or economies of scale savings made. In addition, over three-quarters of local authorities said they would welcome additional support nationally to improve their suicide prevention activities. (Edited publisher abstract)
The Aylesbury story - development of new work and daytime opportunities for people with mental health problems in Aylesbury Vale
- Authors:
- DALEY Mike, et al
- Journal article citation:
- A Life in the Day, 4(2), May 2000, pp.6-15.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Describes the successful transformation of an outdated industrial therapy unit into a range of services that meet the diverse needs of individuals in an economically mixed locality. Looks at the planning process, the importance of partnership working and the lessons learned.
Discharge from an acute psychiatric ward
- Author:
- MOORE Christina
- Journal article citation:
- Nursing Times, 28.1.98, 1998, pp.56-59.
- Publisher:
- Nursing Times
Examines the findings from a study by the Sainsbury Centre for Mental Health which asks whether discharge is planned to support improvement in symptoms and prevent future admissions.
Doris Walsh: response; compliance as at September 1997
- Author:
- COVENTRY HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST
- Publisher:
- Coventry Health Care NHS Trust
- Publication year:
- 1997
- Pagination:
- 30p.
- Place of publication:
- Coventry
Response from Coventry Healthcare NHS Trust to the recommendations made in the report of the independent inquiry into the treatment and care of Doris Walsh, who had a long history of mental health problems, which lead indirectly to the accidental deaths of two of her neighbours. Outlines areas of compliance with the recommendations and timescales for implementation.
A joint agency agreement for mental health services and a joint strategy for mental health in Liverpool
- Authors:
- LIVERPOOL. Social Services Directorate, LIVERPOOL HEALTH AUTHORITY
- Publisher:
- Liverpool. Social Services Directorate/Liverpool Health Authority
- Publication year:
- 1997
- Pagination:
- 50p.,tables.
- Place of publication:
- Liverpool
Sets out a joint agency agreement for mental health services in Liverpool.
Mentally disordered offenders: improving services
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health. Social Services Inspectorate
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health. Social Services Inspectorate
- Publication year:
- 1996
- Pagination:
- 2p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Letter accompanying a report on the SSI project on mentally disordered offenders.
Improving mental health services in Wales: child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS) strategy
- Author:
- WALES. National Assembly
- Publisher:
- Wales. National Assembly
- Publication year:
- 2001
- Pagination:
- 75p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Cardiff
Exposition of the all Wales strategy which should be seen as a ten year programme aimed at establishing a high quality and effective service for child and adolescent mental health services across Wales. The approach takes account of other initiatives to tackle social exclusion and the strategy is also compatible with government measures to raise and monitor standards in services through mechanisms in clinical governance and initiatives that include best value. Contents include: the aims, objectives and principles of this strategy; the nature and scale of the problem; the strategic plan for CAMHS in Wales; delivering the plan for Wales; the roles of the major sectors of care in delivering the plan; the agenda for change; effectiveness; research; personal and workforce planning; financial resources to implement the strategy.
Issues in the management of clients with the dual diagnosis of learning disability and mental illness
- Author:
- BARLOW C.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Learning Disabilities for Nursing Health and Social Care, 3(3), 1999, pp.159-162.
The dual diagnosis of learning disability and mental illness represents a significant challenge to health and social care practitioners and their existing practices. Currently this group has its service delivery undermined by inter-agency wrangling over responsibility for management and resource allocation. The key to resolving these problems lies in effective multi-agency collaboration. This paper examines the taxing problems of assessment, planning and intervention in this arena. It will offer examples of good practice from the Area Child Protection Committee model.
Mentally disordered offenders: improving services
- Author:
- ROBBINS Diana
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health. Social Services Inspectorate
- Publication year:
- 1996
- Pagination:
- 50p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Report summarising the findings of a project undertaken by a team of SSI Inspectors and NHSE colleagues in 7 local authorities in England. The project aimed to monitor progress on the development of a multi agency approach to services for mentally disordered offenders. Includes sections on: developing a plan; working together; joint commissioning; arranging care management; designing and providing services; and training.