South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

23/09/2025

💜This week, Chair of the Trust, Jane Bailey chaired a meeting of our Trust’s Board.

The Trust Board includes discussions on key issues and reflections based on the progress we’re making to improve mental health care for all our patients.

"One of the most powerful moments came when we heard directly from a service user... These stories are a powerful reminder of the importance of care that is person-centred, compassionate and effective, particularly across our community and step-down services." - Jane Bailey.

Read more: https://ow.ly/LPQC50X0LMM

17/09/2025

💜For World Patient Safety Day, we asked members of staff to share what patient safety means to them in their roles.

As a Trust, we believe that patient safety is everybody’s business and weaves through everything we do in clinical and non-clinical roles.

Read more here: https://ow.ly/LjMJ50WY1H1

Let us know in the comments what patient safety means to you 👇

16/09/2025

💜Hoarding isn’t just about clutter. What looks like clutter is often a person’s way of coping with trauma and distress.

Too often, the “solution” is a house clearance — but this doesn't address the root of the trauma, distress and shame.

At SLaM, in partnership with the Recovery College, we’re piloting Buried in Treasures — a CBT-based group in Brixton that’s already helping people find relief and community: https://ow.ly/6yKG50WWGOf

The impact has been so powerful that local authorities and housing providers are exploring ways to expand it. We’re proud to be leading change and hope to run another cohort soon. One participant told us:

"Many of my severe symptoms seem to have abated. I'm feeling more at ease, less ashamed and more compassionate for myself"

With compassion and community, recovery is possible ❤️

15/09/2025

The Seni Lewis Award is still open to nominations!

Find out more below, including how to nominate⬇️

14/09/2025

💜Movement as a tool of healing...

"Rehabilitation should be holistic and address not just the mind, but the body too...whether someone is in hospital or transitioning back into the community, we aim to make physical activity accessible, empowering, and sustainable." - Sofie Grabinski, Clinical Exercise Lead.

🔗Find out more about using movement as a tool for healing: https://ow.ly/XqSe50WVEAY

12/09/2025

💜Mindfulness based CBT is now offered at Croydon Talking Therapies.

If you live in Croydon, talk to your GP about whether this would be right for you, or find out how to self-refer here: https://ow.ly/fssz50WUAGK

12/09/2025

💜 Chair of the Trust Jane Bailey visited the OPTIMA team to celebrate their 10 year anniversary.

The OPTIMA service was established in 2015 to support people who have experienced frequent hospital admissions as a result of bipolar disorder.

🗣️"OPTIMA 's 10th Anniversary is a time to celebrate the work of all our team members, past and present, in providing much-needed bipolar-specific treatments to frequently admitted South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust service users." - Dr Karine Macritchie, Consultant Psychiatrist

🔗Read more about the OPTIMA team and the visit from Jane Bailey: https://ow.ly/oo5v50WUs9k

10/09/2025

💚For World Su***de Prevention Day 2025, Maudsley Learning sat down with their Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist, Greg Shields.

Greg has provided clinical expertise on many Maudsley Learning programmes that cover various mental health topics, including su***de prevention.

🔖Inspired from his original blog post, hear firsthand from Greg on how to seek help if you are having suicidal thoughts, and what you can do if you are worried about someone.

Sensitive Content Warning. Viewer discretion is advised.
📺 Watch the full video: https://ow.ly/JeTF50WUE7A
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10/09/2025

💜World Su***de Prevention Day

To mark World Su***de Prevention Day, the South East London Bereavement Service in partnership with South East London Mind, Mind in Bexley and SLaM held its 7th annual Conference and Service of Remembrance 🕯️

Did you miss the conference?
Watch now: https://ow.ly/XeF650WUCrV
Read more:https://ow.ly/1BuF50WUEpl

09/09/2025

💜Celebrating our volunteers- Kate Milligan's story

Today we are highlighting the incredible work of Kate Milligan, a volunteer who has been supporting the Occupational Therapy team for over a decade.

🖼️"My time in the textile department has focused on providing both technical and emotional support to facilitators and clients. By sharing lived experiences, listening without judgment, and relating to everyday challenges, we aim to create a safe space where people can express themselves creatively."

🔗Read more about Kate's story here: https://ow.ly/jSFB50WTPw6

08/09/2025

💜Do not forget to sign up for the World Su***de Prevention Day Conference taking place this Wednesday.

*Sensitive content warning: The conference will mention and discuss su***de, which may be distressing to some viewers.

Find out more below:

💜 Join us for the World Su***de Prevention Day Conference & Service of Remembrance

🧠 South London and Maudsley in collaboration with South East London Mind and Mind in Bexley, host this annual event to bring together professionals, advocates, and those with lived experience to:
🌟Explore impactful work in su***de prevention
🕯️Share personal journeys of loss and healing
👥Highlight the importance of compassionate, timely support for those bereaved by su***de

This conference supports the NHS Long Term Plan and the national ambition to ensure no one faces su***de bereavement alone.

📅 Be part of the conversation. Help shape a future of hope and support.
🔗 Register now: https://ow.ly/igJr50WC6FM
*Sensitive content warning: The conference will mention and discuss su***de, which may be distressing to some viewers.
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08/09/2025

💜📸Fantastic opportunity to get involved and explore the world of Photography at Bethlem Photo 2025 programme!

📷 Photo Bethlem 2025 📷
1 – 4 October 2025

Running alongside PhotoMonth Photography Exhibition 2025, Bethlem Photo 2025 is four days of photography focused programming including artist-led, guided photo walks and photo talks.

Throughout this time, the gallery’s walls will be increasingly populated with photos taken on the walks as well as other community sourced images that have inspired participants.

More information will be added to our website in due course.

Maudsley Charity South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust