A new Associate Non-Executive Director has been appointed to the Board of Gloucestershire Health...
Blog Archive
Regional Award for Gloucestershire Mental Health Team
The NHS in the South West is today (5 September) celebrating the remarkable achievements of staff...
Parents urged to protect their children against flu this autumn
As we enter the 2024-2025 flu season, the School Aged Immunisation team at Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust is reminding parents and carers of the importance of protecting their children against the virus by ensuring they have their flu vaccination.
Tackling Phobias
Did you know that our Talking Therapies service can treat a range of mental health problems,...
Know your Numbers Week: 2-8 September
The NHS in Gloucestershire is supporting Know Your Numbers Week, an annual campaign led by charity Blood Pressure UK, with a series of health check drop-in events where people can get their blood pressure checked.
Social Worker Shortlisted for National Award
An adult social worker based at Charlton Lane Hospital has been shortlisted in the annual Social...
West Cheltenham Pregnancy Support
If you live in West Cheltenham and are expecting a baby you can meet your midwifery, heath...
Health and Wellbeing College – Autumn 2024 prospectus
Gloucestershire Health and Wellbeing College (GHW College) delivers educational courses teaching people the skills, techniques and knowledge to make them experts in their own recovery from long-term physical and mental health conditions.
Community Mental Health Transformation Newsletter – August 2024
Since we shared our last update in March, there has been further progress on the Community Mental...
Recruitment for new Integrated Urgent Care Service
Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust and our partner IC24 are now recruiting GPs...
Annual General Meeting 2024
Our Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday 19 September 2024 from 5.00 until 6.30pm,...
Stroud Hospitals League of Friends Summer Ice Cream Event
Stroud Hospitals League of Friends hosted its annual Summer Ice Cream Event last Thursday (1 August), as a thank you to staff and volunteers.
Water Damage at Fairford Hospital
Significant water damage at Fairford Hospital means some clinical appointments will need to be...
New Director of Improvement and Partnership appointed
We are delighted to confirm the appointment of Rosanna James as our new Director of Improvement...
Students bring a splash of colour to Cirencester Hospital
The day room on Coln Ward at Cirencester Hospital was the place to be last Thursday (18 July), as dozens of staff and students gathered for the official unveiling of its fabulous new murals.
Notice of Election – Council of Governors
The Trust gives notice that it will hold elections to the Council of Governors of the...
New Chief Operating Officer for Trust
We are pleased to confirm the appointment of Sarah Branton as our new Chief Operating Officer....
Service users feel positive benefits of gardening
The therapeutic benefits of gardening have been on offer in the Forest of Dean thanks to the...
Update on Sales of Former Lydney and Dilke Hospitals
The opening of the new Forest of Dean Community Hospital means the former hospitals, Lydney and...
‘Hug in a Mug’ initiative on BBC Radio Gloucestershire
The Wellbeing Line is the Gloucestershire Staff Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub, offering confidential mental health and wellbeing support to anyone working in health and social care in Gloucestershire.
Armed Forces Week and Day 2024
This week we have been celebrating Armed Forces Week, and will be marking Armed Forces Day tomorrow (Saturday 29 June) – a national event to honour the Armed Forces community.
A look back at National Healthcare Estates and Facilities Day
Wednesday 19 June was National Healthcare Estates and Facilities Day – a time to recognise and celebrate the critical work of all E&F staff and their role in the provision of our healthcare services.
Health Checks for People with Serious Mental Illnesses (SMI)
If you are aged 18 or over and have been diagnosed with a serious mental illness such as bipolar...
Trust awarded Veteran Aware reaccreditation
We are delighted to announce that Gloucestershire Health and Care NHSFT has been reaccredited as a Veteran Aware Trust.
Exercise Medical Endeavour 2024
Exercise Medical Endeavour (formerly the South West NHS Military Challenge) took place at Okehampton Army Training Camp in Devon at the weekend (7-9 June).
Carers Week – taking care of you
Did you know? In Gloucestershire, there are approximately 52,000[i] unpaid carers who look after a...
Time to Talk – Men’s Health Week 10 -16 June 2024
Men’s Health week aims to encourage men to talk, share their stories and access services,...
Princess Royal Officially Opens Hospital
Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal has performed the official opening of the Forest of Dean...
New Electronic Consent Form for School-Age Immunisations
The School Age Immunisation Service (SAIS) is introducing a new way for parents and carers to consent to their children’s school-age vaccinations.
New Non-Executive Directors for Trust
Two new Non-Executive Directors have been appointed to the Board of Gloucestershire Health and...
Trust to continue delivery of national immunisation programme
Our School Age Immunisation Service (SAIS) is delighted to be continuing delivery of the national school-based immunisation programme in Gloucestershire.
Integrated Urgent Care Service for Gloucestershire
NHS Gloucestershire has today announced that Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust...
Mental Health Awareness Week – the power of moving
This week (13-19 May) is Mental Health Awareness Week. Since 2001, the Mental Health Foundation has been leading #MHAW to unite the UK in achieving good mental health.
Forest of Dean MIIU – Update on Service Move
Our Minor Injury and Illness Unit at Lydney Hospital remains open. However, the service will move...
International Nurses’ Day 2024
International Nurses' Day is celebrated around the world on 12 May - the anniversary of Florence...
Ben’s marathon fundraiser for Beat
Ben Gibson was admitted to Gloucestershire Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) in October 2022, following a clinical diagnosis of depression.
Community Mental Health Survey 2024
We want to know what mental health care is like for young people. You may be sent a letter...
Heart Failure Awareness Week 2024
Heart Failure Awareness Week, held every year in May, is an opportunity for us to shine a light on heart failure and to raise awareness about our fantastic Heart Failure Service at GHC. Led by the British Society for Heart Failure (BSH), the campaign aims to raise awareness of the importance of recognising heart failure symptoms early, getting an accurate diagnosis and receiving optimal treatment.
New Director of Nursing, Therapies and Quality for Trust
Following a national recruitment campaign, we have appointed Nicola Hazle as our new Director of...
Farewell Celebration for Trust Chair, Ingrid
Colleagues, former colleagues, partners, volunteers, Experts by Experience and family members...
Dementia Action Week – May 13-19
Colleagues will be out and about across Gloucestershire in May helping people to understand how to...
Using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to Manage Stress
Not feeling like yourself right now? Maybe you’re feeling irritable, worried, scared, struggling...
Community Mental Health Transformation Newsletter – March 2024
Since we shared our last update in January, there has been further progress on the Community...
Grants Totalling £300k For Projects to Support Mental Health
The Community Mental Health Transformation (CMHT) programme, led by Gloucestershire Health and...
Twiddle mitts bring a splash of colour to Windrush Ward
Patients and colleagues at Cirencester Hospital were thrilled and very grateful to receive these fabulous twiddle mitts from talented knitter Margaret in Bradley Stoke, Bristol.
Countryfile star opens ‘fantastic’ new cabin and workshop
Our therapeutic allotment at Montpellier received a special visit on Friday from farmer and BBC TV presenter Adam Henson, who dropped in to officially open the site’s newly-constructed cabin and workshop.
A look back at Nutrition and Hydration Week 2024
Last week was Nutrition and Hydration Week (11-17 March) – an annual campaign which focuses on the links between our health and what we eat and drink.
New Chair Selected for Trust
A new Chair has been selected for Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust. Graham...
Today is International Long COVID Awareness Day
Today (15 March) is International Long COVID Awareness Day. Now in its second year, the campaign aims to raise awareness of the symptoms of Long COVID, and the NHS support available to those suffering from the condition.
Gloucestershire Health and Wellbeing College Summer Courses
Our Gloucestershire Health and Wellbeing College team has released details of their summer courses...
