Get a glimpse behind the scenes of a large NHS mental health trust as the Chief Executive of Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust shines the light on important mental and physical health topics.
'In conversation with a CEO' sees Chris Oliver take the mic to interview some very important people - the hardworking teams of nurses, clinicians and colleagues looking after our communities here in Lancashire and South Cumbria.
Children's learning disability nursing - supporting the whole family
In this episode of In Conversation with a CEO, Chris talks to Alice, a learning disability nurse here at LSCft. Alice works with children with a learning disability in the local community, supporting the whole family through workshops, education, peer support and in the near future, family therapy. Learning disability nursing offers plenty of variety and multiple paths for progression - a career where two days are never the same! Find out more about our learning disability services and watch ...
27 Sept 2024
Oliver Soriano - Chief Nurse Officer
My vision about nursing and how care should be delivered should always be focused to what the patient needs’As part of East and South East Asian Heritage Month, Oliver Soriano shares his inspiring career journey, from training as a nurse in the Philippines to becoming Chief Nurse at LSCft. Oliver also discusses his approach to nursing and his vision for LSCft going forward. Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
9 Sept 2024
Suicide is everyone's business
In support of World Suicide Prevention Day, Chris is joined by Dr Raphael Ogbolu, the Trust's suicide prevention lead to talk about the role we all play in suicide prevention. In the episode, Raphael offers advice and guidance for talking to people about suicide, where you or someone you know can access help and also support for those who have been bereaved by suicide. If you are in mental health crisis there is help available, call our crisis line on 0800 953 0110. Keep in tou...
23 Aug 2024
GCSE and A-Level results day special
In this episode of In Conversation with CEO, Chris talks to Farzana Kauser, Head of Strategic Resourcing about the opportunities available to those who have just received their GCSE and A-Level results.In this podcast, we also hear from a range of guest speakers about their experiences of joining the NHS and the paths they took. Find out more about careers at LSCft on our website NHS Careers Hub North WestKeep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @We...
18 Jul 2024
Community Roots - peer lead support
In this episode of In Conversation with a CEO, Chris talks to Suzie, Service Development Manager for Community Roots. Community Roots is a non-clinical service which is peer lead providing help, support and courses to local communities to keep them mentally well and healthy.
Find out more about Community Roots and sign up to their courses on our website: https://www.communityroots.lscft.nhs.uk/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWhtUkJvblVLUWJNQkZDRnBjYmJfUk1IWmpVZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttZnVkUlYxSU9uSm5YN2std2RlOVZTanhXNzhnYUNhMU1WbF9DVzV6ckRQang1ci0zcmpWcWFBSUJNX2s0b0V1ZmpZbmthc1pGLUZwRTRZRFZUOVBWT1dKVHNnQ1lWWWRtQVE1MG56VFg4Z0cyYTFtMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.communityroots.lscft.nhs.uk%2F&v=IjUVT78k3Ns)
Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
6 Jun 2024
British Sign Language
The Trust is pledging to support the deaf community and the way they access our services as part of Deaf Awareness Week (Monday 6 May to Sunday 12 May).In this episode of In Conversation with a CEO, Chris Oliver is joined by Stacey, a deaf woman who opens up about her struggles accessing services and discusses the work she has already done within LSCft to help the deaf community.Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
6 Jun 2024
British Sign Language - Stacey
The Trust is pledging to support the deaf community and the way they access our services as part of Deaf Awareness Week (Monday 6 May to Sunday 12 May).
In this episode of In Conversation with a CEO, Chris Oliver is joined by Stacey, a deaf woman who opens up about her struggles accessing services and discusses the work she has already done within LSCft to help the deaf community.
Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
19 Apr 2024
Dr Gareth Thomas - Deputy Chief Medical Officer
In Series 2 episode 2, CEO Chris Oliver is joined by Dr Gareth Thomas who will soon be our new Chief Medical Officer.
Listen to Gareth talk about his career journey, sharing his experiences and how he supports our medical workforce.
Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
6 Feb 2024
Chasing the Stigma - Hub of Hope
Welcome to series 2 of In Conversation with a CEO! To kick off the new series, Chris is joined by Jake Mills, CEO of Chasing the Stigma, to talk about the Hub of Hope.
The Hub of Hope is an online directory of mental health support available near you. It's the first time services from across the NHS, community and private sector have been brought together in one place.
Hear more about the Hub of Hope and how Jake's experience with mental health made it a reality.
Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
5 Dec 2023
Caring for children with complex needs - Children's Complex Packages of Care Team
This episode contains discussion of end of life care for children.
Rebecca Higham, Children's Complex Packages of Care Team Leader, talks to Chris about a service which you may not have heard of before!
Children's Complex Packages of Care Team (CPOC) care for and support children with complex health needs to live at home and participate in normal day to day life.
Rebecca shares an insight into the incredible work they do and the impact on children, families and carers.
Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
5 Dec 2023
Caring for children with complex needs
This episode contains discussion of end of life care for children.Rebecca Higham, Children's Complex Packages of Care Team Leader, talks to Chris about a service which you may not have heard of before!Children's Complex Packages of Care Team (CPOC) care for and support children with complex health needs to live at home and participate in normal day to day life. Rebecca shares an insight into the incredible work they do and the impact on children, families and carers. Keep in touch w...
8 Nov 2023
Taking mental health support to ethnically and culturally diverse communities
In this episode, Chris talks to Shaesta, a CBT therapist about the work our Talking Therapies service have been undertaking to bring mental health support to communities who have historically been less likely to access psychological therapies.
Poor mental health does not discriminate by ethnicity, gender, age or ability – it can affect anyone at any time - we must provide mental health services that meet the needs of our diverse communities. Listen to the episode to find out how we are doing just that!
Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
1 Aug 2023
Internationally Educated Nurses and Healthcare Support Workers
In this episode, Chris talks to Becky, Senior Mental Health Nurse about the Trust's Internationally Educated Nurse project which sees the Trust welcome nurses and healthcare support workers from across the globe.
The pair delve into the recruitment process, the support and opportunities offered to those coming to the UK and the fantastic impact this cohort of nurses and healthcare support workers have had on our workforce and the care our service users receive.
If you'd like to find out more about joining LSCft visit our website: https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/recruitment
Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
28 Jun 2023
Preventing children from entering the criminal justice system
Episode four sees Chris interview Louise Hamer, Deputy Designated Nurse for safeguarding children and children in care.
The pair chatted about Louise’s innovative research project aimed at preventing children from entering the criminal justice system after seeing first-hand the violence some of our community's young people were being exposed to.
The Solutions trial, funded by the Youth Endowment Fund, is being delivered by our Liaison and Diversion team who work with hundreds of young people aged between 10 and 15 years, who come into police custody in Lancashire. It’s about showing them there is an alternative future available, one that is free from violence.
Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
24 May 2023
Borderline Personality Disorder
In this episode, Chris talks to Becky, a consultant clinical psychologist who specialises in Borderline Personality Disorder.
Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
11 Apr 2023
Autism Service
In this episode, Chris speaks to Joe Heathcote, a Community Nurse in our specialist Autism team to find out more about the service and the work they do.
Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
27 Feb 2023
Street Triage
This episode focuses on the work of our Street Triage Team and sees Chris interview Team Lead Tracey Corrigan about the service, one year on from its creation.
Keep in touch with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust on social media @WeAreLSCFT
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