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Enjoying a neurodiverse Christmas
As someone with a neurodiversity, such as Autism or ADHD, holidays and festive periods can be overwhelming and an unwelcome change to routine. Many autistic adults or children may need some extra support or time to prepare or may have sensory needs that mean they might struggle with things such as decorations. A few small […]
Read moreSovereign Health Care gives a healthy donation of £15,000 to Care Trust
Bradford-based cash plan provider Sovereign Health Care has donated £15,000 to Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust, and their charity Better Lives, to support the work of the Trust to develop both staff and services to enhance patient care. The donation will go towards supporting staff training and providing equipment to improve care for Trust […]
Read moreCare Trust charity spreads festive cheer across mental health facilities
Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust’s charity, Better Lives, are spreading festive cheer across wards in mental health facilities this month by supplying over 200 gifts to patients not well enough to be home. Being in hospital at any time of the year can be difficult, but particularly over the festive season. Helping to get […]
Read moreTrust charity gives thanks to local community for their support
Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust’s charity, Better Lives, has a lot to be thankful for this Christmas following the support of the local community and businesses over the year to raise vital funds for the work of the Care Trust and to enhance patient care. Better Lives is the charitable arm of the Care […]
Read moreCare Trust therapist says positive experiences as babies lay foundation for future mental health and wellbeing
We often think that all new babies can do is wee, poo, feed, sleep and cry. We now know that babies are really amazing, and they are capable of so much more. Over the last few years researchers have discovered that babies are born ready to relate. They need relationships, learn and develop through them, […]
Read moreCommunity benefits from Care Trust innovation projects
People from Bradford, Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven are benefitting from innovative projects that have been funded through Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust’s iCare innovation development programme, created by staff to enhance patient care. The iCare programme aims to help staff make innovative ideas, with growth prospects, happen and support them to create value and […]
Read moreText Chat Health service for confidential NHS advice and support
Parents, children and young people across Bradford District and Craven now have a simple, easy way to get in touch with a health visitor, breastfeeding support or a school nurse by texting them using the secure ‘Chat Health’ service. Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust’s Community Children’s service has introduced three Chat Health lines. Developed […]
Read moreCare Trust encourages local community to be healthy this winter during Self Care Week
In Self-Care Week (13-19 November), Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust is sharing tips and advice to improve overall physical and mental health, and a sense of wellbeing this winter for the local community. People are being encouraged to manage minor ailments at home and choose healthy options such as eating well and keeping active. […]
Read moreFree mouth cancer checks in Bradford and Keighley
With early diagnosis boosting the chances of beating mouth cancer from 50 to 90 per cent, local people across Bradford, Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven are being asked to check their mouths and seek advice during Mouth Cancer Action Month, 1 to 30 November 2023. Nadiya Suida Clinical Director with the Care Trust’s Community Dental Service […]
Read moreCare Trust staff win at the Helpforce Champions Awards 2023
Catherine Jowitt, Head of Charity and Volunteering at Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust and the Trust’s Volunteer to Career Programme were both winners at the prestigious Helpforce Champions Awards 2023. The awards provide national recognition of the fantastic contribution to volunteering in the health and care sector. They are also a chance to shine […]
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