Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

05/01/2026

There has been a power cut this afternoon (5 January) at two of our buildings on London Road in Derby: the Derby Resource Centre and Dovedale day hospital. Engineers from the National Grid have now fixed the problem but, to be safe, we have moved or rescheduled many of tomorrow’s clinics at the two buildings.

If you were due to come to the Derby Resource Centre or Dovedale day hospital tomorrow (6 January), please expect a call, email or text message about possible changes to your appointment. If you have not been contacted by 9.30am tomorrow morning, please phone your care team - they will be able to advise if there is any change to your appointment.

01/01/2026

We would like to wish our colleagues, partners, those in our care and their families, friends and carers a very Happy New Year. We hope 2026 is filled with good health, happiness and new opportunities.

We would also like to say a huge thank you to every colleague who is working across our services today. Thank you for ensuring the delivery of safe and high-quality care, as well as supporting those in our care to have a special start to 2026 ✨

25/12/2025

We would like to wish our colleagues, partners, those in our care and their families, friends and carers a very Merry Christmas! May this festive season be filled with joy, warmth, laughter, and cherished moments that create lasting memories 🎄

We would also like to say a huge thank you to every colleague who is working today. Thank you for ensuring the delivery of safe and high-quality care, as well as supporting those in our care to have a special day too 💙

24/12/2025

Christmas isn't magical for everyone 😔Sound familiar?

If you need mental health support this festive period, you don't need to figure it out alone. There is loads of support and guidance available for you, right now.

Swipe through the images to find out more 👇

22/12/2025

Christmas is often portrayed as a season filled with joyful family gatherings, hearty warm meals, and lovely gifts. However, the holidays can be challenging for many individuals – just last Christmas Day, the Samaritans helpline received around 800 calls for help.

There are lots of ways to reach out in Derby and Derbyshire if you need someone to talk to, even at Christmas, including drop-in centres, safe havens open every night of the week, and a 24/7 local helpline.

Find the right support for you here - https://bit.ly/gethelpinderbyshire

22/12/2025

Derbyshire has been recognised as an exemplary system for achieving the Section 136 principle of the national Right Care Right Person programme.

Right Care Right Person aims to improve access to mental health support via the most appropriate agency and prevent unwarranted Police involvement in mental health care.

We were thrilled to welcome visitors from the Royal College of Emergency Medicine, the Northern Ireland Mental Health Trust and Police Service of Northern Ireland, who came to see our Section 136 pathway in operation.

This national recognition reflects positively on our partnership work, and the local commitment to improving practice and care.

Well done to everyone involved!

15/12/2025

The British Medical Association (BMA) recently announced that resident doctors will be taking part in industrial action from 7am on 17 December until 7am on 22 December.

The BMA have confirmed today that the industrial action will continue to go ahead as planned, after its members voted in an online poll over the weekend.

Scroll to find out what the industrial action means to you ⬇️

15/12/2025

Derbyshire Healthcare would like to extend best wishes to our Jewish friends, partners, colleagues, and those in our care, as the celebration of Hanukkah begins.

May the lights of Menorah candles fill up your homes. Hanukkah Sameach to you and your families.

11/12/2025

As Christmas nears, the League of Friends at Derbyshire Healthcare is preparing donations for patients using its mental health, learning disabilities, and children’s services.

Find out more: https://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/about-us/latest-news/local-charity-spreads-christmas-cheer-donations-inpatients-ahead-christmas

11/12/2025

Christmas can be stressful for families affected by eating disorders due to food pressures and frequent gatherings, making anxiety and overwhelm common during this season.

There are several strategies that may help alleviate anxiety. Find out more guidance provided by our CAMHS Eating Disorders specialist nurses on our website: https://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/about-us/latest-news/managing-christmas-eating-disorder

08/12/2025

Samantha, Adrian and Dusty the Dalek were on the BBC Derby breakfast show this morning talking to host Becky Measures about their amazing fundraising efforts for our charitable fund.

Listen back on BBC Sounds – the first part of the interview starts at around 01:21:40…

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002mx3s

Learn more about our charitable fund here:

https://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/get-involved/make-donation

In the TV series Doctor Who, the Daleks are often portrayed as The Doctor’s great enemy. But in Derbyshire, a Dalek named Dusty is bucking the trend – by raising money for local NHS mental health services.

Dusty is the creation of Samantha and Adrian Kennedy, from Oakwood, who travel to events up and down the country, entertaining people for free and raising money for our Trust charitable fund.

In the last year, Samantha, Adrian and Dusty have raised over £430, which goes towards activities and equipment for Derbyshire Healthcare patients that can’t be provided through NHS funding.

James Sabin, Director of Finance at Derbyshire Healthcare, said: “We’re very grateful to Adrian and Samantha, and to everyone who chooses to raise money for our Trust charitable fund. These contributions can make a huge difference to people’s wellbeing – so, if you’ve received good care from one of our teams, please consider our charitable fund next time you’re looking for a good cause to donate to.”

You can read Samantha and Adrian's full story here - https://bit.ly/4pbbSi1

Or to learn more about Dusty, search for the group set up by Samantha and Adrian’s friends, ‘Daleks of Somerset’, on Facebook.

05/12/2025

📣Candidates from Derby City East and Derby City West needed!

Shape the future of mental health, learning disabilities and children’s health services: become a Derbyshire Healthcare governor!

We are looking for members of the public to stand in upcoming elections, to represent the area where they live on the Trust’s Council of Governors.

Are you passionate about the future of mental health, learning disabilities, children’s health and specialist addictions services in your area? Do you want to make a real difference in your community? Then please consider standing as a governor for Derbyshire Healthcare. We have vacant seats in six areas:

✅Amber Valley
✅Bolsover and North East Derbyshire
✅Derby City East
✅Derby City West
✅Erewash
✅High Peak and Derbyshire Dales.

Governors play an important role in influencing key decisions and ensuring our services reflect the needs and priorities of the people we serve. You don’t need specialist knowledge – just a commitment to improving services and a desire to be involved. It’s a rewarding opportunity to develop new skills, meet like-minded people, and be part of something truly meaningful. Whether you are someone who uses our services, a carer or local resident, your voice matters. Nominations are now open.

➡️To find out more, visit the Derbyshire Healthcare website:
https://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/governor

➡️To submit your nomination, visit:
https://secure.cesvotes.com/V3-3-0/dhft2026/en/home?bbp=119781&x=-1

➡️Or email ftnominationenquiries@cesvotes.com. Or telephone: 020 8889 9203.

The deadline for nominations is 5pm on 9 December 2025