Elysium Healthcare

04/09/2025

The team at Felbrigg House, an Elysium service which supports people who have a learning disability and autism, are hugely experienced in supporting individuals with complex health needs positively, proactively and safely. We spoke with Deputy Manager Aimee Hughes to find out more about the service, and her team’s approach to care.

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27/08/2025

Throughout August we’ve been exploring just how important food and good nutrition is for everyone across Elysium – the people we support and colleagues. It impacts potentially all aspects of our day-to-day lives including our mental well-being as well as our physical health.

To bring our month-long food journey to a close, we share again this wonderful poem – part of our Care in Focus series and written by a person supported at Reene House. Among all of the aspects of care it celebrates, ‘wholesome food’ as prepared by the service’s chef gets a special mention.

One resident at Reene House who writes poetry, has written one which celebrates the care and support they received from the team.

26/08/2025

We’re delighted to announce that Jacobs Neurological Centre has been rated ‘Good’ in all inspected areas by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

The report highlights the team’s commitment to individualised care, noting that: “People told us they felt involved in their planning of their care, and staff knew their individual preferences.

People confirmed they received the care in a way they chose, and there was regular support from health and social care professionals.”
One person shared: “Staff understand what I need 100%. They know me very well and know exactly what I need.” Leadership at Jacobs was also praised for their integrity, openness, and honesty.

This recognition is a testament to the dedication and compassion of the entire team.

22/08/2025

In our latest, and hugely inspiring Care in Focus film, a young person supported at Cotswold Spa Hospital takes us on a tour of the specialist in-patient eating disorder service.

During her tour she shows us around the service, telling us about her experiences of daily life at the hospital, including how much she enjoys attending school there.

She also tells us about her routines, her activities and what every-day life looks like for her at the service. Finally, she shares her ambitions for the future and what she finds inspiring.

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20/08/2025

We’re pleased to share that Elysium’s Rhodes Wood Hospital, a CYPMHS specialist service in Hatfield, has been graded as ‘good’ across all areas by regulator the CQC.

The hospital’s CYPMHS wards were inspected in the areas of ‘safe’ and ‘well-lead’ in its latest inspection earlier this month and both were rated Good, joining all other areas of inspection which also hold the same grading.

Inspectors noted the proactive learning culture at Rhodes Wood, along with its effective systems, processes and practices.

A huge well done to the team at Rhodes Wood Hospital for their dedication and hard work.

Elysium Healthcare is proud to share that Rhodes Wood Hospital has been rated Good by the CQC in all areas.

19/08/2025

The second annual Elysium North-West 5-a-Side Football Tournament was a resounding success with teams coming from across the region for a day of friendly competition, goals and fantastic skills.

Hosted at Victoria Gardens, there was talent, team spirit and lots of sunshine on show. Among the competitors lacing up their boots were women service users from four different North West Elysium hospitals, along with players and supporters from Gateway Recovery Centre, St Mary’s Hospital, The Spinney, Victoria Gardens, Crossley Place and Arbury Court.

There was footwork and flair a-plenty with the winners in the women’s tournament from Arbury Court. And in the men’s competition, a free-flowing side from The Spinney took home the trophy.

The tournament is a testament not only to teamwork but also to the powerfully positive effects of outdoor activity. This was a day of shared laughter, confidence building and the joy of togetherness.

Well done to everyone involved!

15/08/2025

Throughout August, we’re considering nutrition and its vital links to overall health – both mental and physical.

Earlier this year we spoke with Elysium’s Group Hotel Services Manager George De Battista, about his team’s innovative educational best practice days his team experience and the role they play in benefiting the people we support.

In this short blog, he shares how making sure people’s nutrition and meals not only meet their physical health needs, but are also enjoyable, is a key focus for his team.

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13/08/2025

Our Care in Focus films all share the same purpose, to hear the voices of those we support, and their families and loved ones.

In this short film, we hear from a young woman who shares her experience of the care and support at Bromley Road and also from her mother, who explains the difference it has made to her daughter’s life.

11/08/2025

Throughout August we’re exploring healthy eating and healthy living.

Elysium is committed to the nutritional wellbeing of the people we support and we’re continually looking for ways to encourage healthier eating habits and to help service users engage with cooking.

At The Limes, they’ve found a way to do this while also raising awareness of physical health. Here, Louise Hamilton, Hospital Director at The Limes, explains how the service’s innovative ‘Fakeaway’ sessions are helping people eat more healthily and gain skills for the future.

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08/08/2025

The importance of being active, spending time in the community around you and doing the things you enjoy is explored in today’s Care in Focus film.

In it we hear from a person supported at The Copse about his hopes, his interests and how he is supported to do the things he enjoys.

07/08/2025

Elysium Operational Graduate Hannah Eden-Donaghue is currently on the second rotation of the Elysium Graduate Programme. She tells us about one of the projects she has undertaken as part of the programme, one that focuses on healthy eating.

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06/08/2025

Wellbeing in the workplace is essential. In busy environments such as health and care services, it can be easy for colleagues to forget their own hydration and nutritional needs.

We spoke with Kate Hall, a Specialist Dietitian working with the team at Thornford Park. She shares the role of the British Dietetic Association’s Work Ready programme in helping those providing care make sure they look after themselves, to help them optimally look after others.

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