09 February 2022
Aaron hopes to ‘Build the Future’ with technology
Tech-savvy Aaron is the first Software development apprentice to have navigated his way into our IT team and work alongside an innovative team of software and web developers.
08 February 2022
International nurses pass their OSCEs
18 January 2022
Changes to visiting and inpatient leave arrangements across Kent and Medway mental health services from 18 January 2022
Changes to visiting and inpatient leave arrangements across Kent and Medway mental health services from 18th January 2022
06 January 2022
Changes to visiting and inpatient leave arrangements across Kent and Medway mental health services from 6th January 2022
Due to the rise of COVID-19 infections we will be temporarily restricting visiting and inpatient leave on our wards to protect the safety of our patients, their loved ones and our staff.
23 December 2021
People urged to use NHS 111 online for urgent but not-life-threatening medical needs
NHS 111 online makes it easier for patients to get the treatment they need in the right place.
Don’t give the gift of flu or COVID this festive season
With Christmas approaching, it’s important that you give the best gift you can this year and that is to help protect your loved ones, and the NHS from becoming overwhelmed during the festive period.
Pharmacists can help people to self-care and manage their own health
Local pharmacists are experts in medicines who can help you and your family with minor health concerns.
Donna Hayward-Sussex appointed as Chief Operating Officer at Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust
Donna will join the Trust in March 2022, from her current role as Service Director at South London and Maudsley Foundation Trust.
18 December 2021
Local charity donates toiletries to Jasmine ward
A local charity has kindly donated toiletries to our patients on Jasmine ward.
Music therapist, Cathy Richards
We caught up with Cathy, one of our registered music therapists, who shared some good news with us about a book she and fellow KMPT colleagues contributed to. Living Well with Dementia through Music is a resource book aimed at providers of activities and care staff.
17 December 2021
Putting yourself first
Prioritising your mental health and wellbeing is a must, so be kind to yourself and check out the many resources on offer to help you.
16 December 2021
Celebrating the gift of kindness
Sending a big thank you to the children at the Gordon Children’s Academy in Strood for your kindness.
10 December 2021
Joint Carers Conference – we need you!
KMPT are partnering with Kent Community NHS Foundation Trust (KCHFT) to hold our first joint Carers Conference to celebrate Carers Week (7 - 12 June 2022).
08 December 2021
Help us refresh our KMPT Carers Charter
We are looking for friends, families and carers who are interested in supporting the development of a new carers charter, ensuring we work together in partnership to deliver the best possible care for all.
27 November 2021
Kent and Medway Clinical Commissioning Group’s Governing Body has given the go ahead for a new, purpose-built mental health facility in Maidstone for older adults across the area.
22 November 2021
Garden of Hope revealed tonight by BBC on The One Show at 7pm!
18 November 2021
Andy Cruickshank appointed as Chief Nurse at Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust
Andy will join the Trust early next year, from his current role as Director of Nursing at East London Foundation Trust.
16 November 2021
Please don’t abuse our staff – it’s not in a day’s work
Open letter from all Kent and Medway health CEOs, AO, MDs and chair
