News
Investors in People Accreditation
We are pleased to announce that Regency Lodge Blackpool has retained its Investors in People status for another 3 years. Credit goes to Su Jolley Training & Development Lead and all staff for their hard work in attaining this award.
( posted Monday 1st December 2008)
Regency Lodge Heswall. New Manager
Our Low Secure Unit at Regency Lodge Heswall has recently seen a change in Management. From October 2009 Mr Alex Rugen has replaced Dr Jenny Shaw as Hospital Manager. Alex was previously Head of Nursing/Deputy Manager at Regency Lodge Blackpool. We wish them both success in their new roles.
( posted Tuesday 26th January 2010)
Care Quality Commission Inspections
Regency Lodge Blackpool has again successfully completed its annual self assessment by The Care Quality Commission for the third consecutive year.
In November 2009, Regency Lodge Heswall had a successful statutory inspection by the Care Quality Commission with no requirements or recommendations being made.
Assessment and inspection information relating to both hospitals can be found at the Care Quality Commission website under 'Independent Healthcare'. Reports from the Mental Health Act Commission can also be found here.
( posted Wednesday 27th January 2010)
Assessment and Qualifications Alliance (AQA) Awards
Both hospitals have accredited assessors on-site for the AQA award scheme. Patients are able to complete chosen vocational study and have their efforts recognised by certification.
Regency Lodge Blackpool have been in this position for a number of years under the leadership of Jon Chadwick, Vocational and Life Skills Coordinator. Chris Abraham, Activities Assistant at Regency Lodge Heswall has recently completed his training and hopes to emulate the AQA achievements at Blackpool.
Vocational areas covered include outdoor living, cooking, basic living skills, vehicle maintenance, catering and hospitality, horticulture and furniture manufacture.
In addition to the AQA scheme, a number of patients from both hospitals have been recognised at the recent Koestler Awards both regionally and nationally. Representatives from the Koestler Trust attended Blackpool recently for a prestigious awards ceremony which acknowledged the high level of achievement by our patients.
( posted Thursday 22nd April 2010)
New Members to the Interprofessional Team at Regency Lodge Hospital Heswall
A warm welcome is extended to two new team members;
Irene Leonard has joined the team in her role as Occupational Therapist. Irene brings to the team her extensive experience and will take a lead role in coordinating therapeutic activity.
Tim Brooks has also joined the team as Clinical Psychologist. Tim's direct patient contact will form a significant part of patient assessment and treatment.
( posted Thursday 22nd April 2010)