Cocoa's Pet as Therapy dog visits The Cedars in Exeter.

Cocoa's Pet as Therapy dog visits The Cedars in Exeter.

Cocoa's Pet as Therapy dog visits The Cedars in Exeter.

Cocoa's Pet as Therapy dog visits The Cedars in Exeter.

Meet Cocoa - a Jackchi who is full of beans! Cocoa's first
#PetsAsTherapy visit was to Coombehaven and Delderfield wards at The Cedars in #Exeter to support patient wellbeing. Next month Cocoa (and owner Sharon) will be visiting Beech, Haytor and Salus wards in #Torbay. #NHS #therapydog #wellbeing

Della Norris, Vocational Services Manager, Toby Buckland, celebrity gardener and Trevor Moir, Clinical Service Manager at the official ribbon-cutting to open our charity-funded polytunnels at New Leaf.

Two women play music at New Leaf at opening of new polytunnels.

New polytunnels at New Leaf.

New polytunnels at New Leaf officially opened by Toby Buckland.

A wonderful sunny celebration at our vocational rehabilitation service New Leaf to mark the opening of new polytunnels. We were proud to welcome Toby Buckland to officially open the growing space funded by our #charity Open Up: www.dpt.nhs.uk/news/toby-bu... #gardening #horticulture #mentalhealth

Colourful Easter flower arrangement made by patients on Meadow View ward in North Devon.

Colourful Easter flower arrangement made by patients on Meadow View ward in North Devon.

Colourful Easter flower arrangement made by patients on Meadow View ward in North Devon.

Colourful Easter flower arrangement made by patients on Meadow View ward in North Devon.

Colourful #flower arrangements to brighten up the #Easter weekend. Emma-Jane, #OccupationalTherapy Assistant on Meadow View ward in North #Devon, said: "Patients really enjoyed taking part in the activity and have expressed that it makes the ward feel warm, bright and colourful." #wellbeing #nhs

Pride of DPT logo

🌟 Nominations are now open for our Pride of DPT Staff #Awards. Staff, people who use our services, families, #carers, #volunteers and partners can all nominate. Celebrate those who go above and beyond. Nominations close at noon on Friday 24 April. www.dpt.nhs.uk/news/nominat... #NHSawards #NHS

Scamp the Pets As Therapy dog

Occuptional Therapist Rich and Scamp, the Pets As Therapy dog.

Will and his pet dog Scamp, the Pets As Therapy dog.

Occupational Therapist Rich, Scamp the Pets As Therapy dog and his owner Will.

Meet Scamp, the #PATdog! The team at The Brook, our #LearningDisability and #Autism unit in #Dawlish have welcomed Will, #Nursing Assistant and his dog Scamp. Rich, OT said: "They have brought calm, joyful companionship and a welcome breath of fresh air onto the ward." www.dpt.nhs.uk/news/will-an...

Alison and Claire from the Veterans Service at Devon Partnership NHS Trust

Staff from our Veterans Service attended a Veterans and Armed Forces event hosted by Templar Wellbeing. Senior Mental Health Practitioners Alison and Claire (pictured) and Assistant Practitioner Becky were in #NewtonAbbot to raise awareness of our Veterans Assessment Team and support from TALKWORKS.

Today is #UniversityMentalHealthDay. Poppy, a student at @exeter.ac.uk contacted TALKWORKS after realising the impact that #anxiety was having on her everyday life. She shares how cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helped her to feel more like herself again: www.talkworks.dpt.nhs.uk/support-for-...

The graphic shows a step-by-step guide of what happens after self-referring to TALKWORKS 1. Self-refer to TALKWORKS 2. Book an appointment with a therapist 3. Start your therapy journey

Today is #UniversityMentalHealthDay. Our TALKWORKS service can help students, age 18+, who are experiencing low mood, stress or anxiety. If you are finding things hard, you can find support: www.talkworks.dpt.nhs.uk/support-for-... #UMHD #MentalHealth #NHS

Five people walk away from the camera across a grass lawn towards trees. The TALKWORKS logo and number 0300 555 3344 appear.

This week is #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek. Eating disorders can affect any person, at any age. TALKWORKS can help people experiencing bulimia or binge eating disorder. If you are struggling or are worried about someone you love, you are not alone: www.talkworks.dpt.nhs.uk/emotional-ea... #EDAW #NHS

News Ester interviewed on radio about her work with the Specialist team for early psychosis (STEP)

Ester Van Kempen, Senior Community #MentalHealth Practitioner with our Specialist Team for Early #Psychosis (STEP), took to the airwaves to talk about how the team offer support, in an interview on #Exeter's community radio station Access All Aerials: www.dpt.nhs.uk/news/ester-i...

Grace Parker, Registered Mental Health Nurse

Grace says #apprenticeships gave her the confidence, skills and real‑world experience she needed to become a Registered #MentalHealth #Nurse, all while earning a full wage and avoiding #student debt. Read her #apprenticeship story: www.dpt.nhs.uk/news/nationa... #NAW2026 #NationalApprenticeshipWeek

Regular movement is good for your wellbeing Image of five people demonstrating different forms of exercise

Being physically active just once or twice a week can lower the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes or a stroke A person is also pictured skipping

It can help to calm your mind so that you can get a better night's sleep A person is pictured exercising

It can also help to reduce stress and improve productivity levels A person is pictured playing football

Being physically active helps us to feel better on the inside and the outside. Whether it's running in the local park or simply taking the stairs instead of the lift, regular movement is good for us in so many different ways. Learn more on our TALKWORKS site: www.talkworks.dpt.nhs.uk/blog/benefit...

Opportunity! This newly configured Principal Clinical/Counselling #Psychologist role will provide clinical input and leadership to our ward in Barnstaple, North #Devon. You will help develop trauma informed care and support others in psychologically informed practice: www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jo...

Woman at picnic bench holding a hot drink. The TALKWORKS logo and phone number 0300 555 3344 appear alongside the Devon Partnership NHS Trust logo.

Have a chat over a cuppa this #BrewMonday. Reach out to a friend or loved one and find out how they're really doing. #MentalHealth support is available from our TALKWORKS service. They accept self-referrals, find out more: www.talkworks.dpt.nhs.uk/how-we-can-h... #NHS @samaritans.bsky.social

A group of four people taking part in the Exeter Inflatable 5K for for Open Up charity.

A runner taking part in the Great West Run 2025 for Open Up charity.

Members of the Children and Family Health Devon team taking part in the Exeter Inflatable 5K for for Open Up charity.

Looking for a fun, inspiring way to get active in 2026 while supporting local mental #wellbeing services? From bouncing over obstacles to chasing that finish‑line feeling, our #charity Open Up has an exciting line‑up of events to get involved in: www.openup.org.uk/ways-to-supp... #NHS #running

Last chance to sign up! We are looking for people aged 16-25 with and without #EatingDisorders to participate in #research project, the #STORYstudy. For more information please visit phidl-redcap.kcl.ac.uk/surveys/?s=F... or email our Research Team on dpt.researchadmin@nhs.net. #TakePartInResearch

Blue graphic with the words Have you experienced sexual assault? Contact Devon and Cornwall Sexual Assault Referral Centre on 0300 303 4626 or visit www.sarchelp.co.uk #16DaysOfAction

16 Days of Action blue and white graphic: Domestic abuse and sexual violence

Healthcare professionals care about anything that is affecting your wellbeing. They are trained so that they can listen, understand and help you to access specialist support. It's okay to talk to them about domestic abuse or sexual violence: victimcare-dc.org #16daysofaction

Patrick the Pony stands in the reception area of Langdon Hospital in Dawlish.

Our staff and patients had a lovely time with Patrick The Pony when he visited Langdon Hospital in Dawlish this week. A big thank you to Patrick for taking time out of his busy schedule to join us!

NHS Staff Survey purple and white infographic with speech bubbles and the words 'We each have a voice that counts', 'We want to hear from you', 'Your voice matters'

The #NHSStaffSurvey is a great opportunity to have your say and help improve staff experience across the NHS. It only takes 15 minutes to complete and your responses are anonymous and confidential. Your unique survey invite link will be emailed to you. #YourVoiceMatters #NHS

On #ArmisticeDay, we not only remember who served in the #ArmedForces and those who gave their lives. We also continue to support individuals through our #Veterans Service.

Find out who we help, how we help and how to contact us: www.dpt.nhs.uk/service-deta... #RemembranceDay

This week we are celebrating #OccupationalTherapy Week. #OccupationalTherapists are integral members of our teams, playing a crucial role in improving the lives of people living with physical, mental, developmental or emotional challenges: www.dpt.nhs.uk/occupational... #OTWeek2025 #OTWeek #OT #NHS

L-R: Sunflowers and pumpkins growing well. Some of the lovely flowers from the garden. Lettuces before the caterpillars started eating them. Foods grown, picked and used in the cooking group.

Patients and staff at Russell Clinic in #Exeter have grown vegetables and flowers to support #healing and #recovery. Some produce is now used in group cooking sessions, making meals more nutritious. Read how #therapeutic #horticulture is helping transform care: www.dpt.nhs.uk/news/growing... #NHS

Letter for Tomorrow leaflets

Letter of Hope leaflets

The Letter of Hope and the Letter for Tomorrow have been written by adults and young people and people with learning disabilities from #Devon, who wish to offer help and hope to those who are thinking about #suicide: www.dpt.nhs.uk/letter-of-hope and www.dpt.nhs.uk/letter-for-t... #WSPD2025 #WSPD

Proudly supporting Torbay Baton of Hope Tour 2025, 30 September 2025. #BringHope2TheBay

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. Members of staff from different services across our organisation will come together to show support for the Baton of Hope when it arrives in #Torbay on 30 September.
Read more about the #suicideprevention initiative: www.dpt.nhs.uk/news/devon-p... #WSPD #WSPD2025

Proudly supporting Torbay Baton of Hope tour 2025 30th September #BringHope2TheBay

Our #TALKWORKS service will join colleagues from across our organisation at a stand for this year's #BatonOfHope tour. The tour will be coming to #Torbay on Tues 30 Sept, starting in #Torquay and going through both #Paignton and #Brixham: www.talkworks.dpt.nhs.uk/blog/baton-o... #suicideprevention

Student nurses and an NHS staff member in a hospital corridor.

Results day reminder - you are more than a grade. Your future is full of possibilities, and today is just one step on your journey. We offer varied opportunities such as #apprenticeships, #volunteering and excellent #training. Visit our Careers Hub: www.dpt.nhs.uk/careers-hub #GCSEResultsDay #NHS

Devon Partnership NHS Trust jobs website screengrab

Wishing all the best to those receiving exam #results today. There are many opportunities within the #NHS. Discover pathways with us on our new #jobs site and start your healthcare journey today: www.dpt.nhs.uk/join-us #ResultsDay25 #ResultsDay #ALevelResultsDay #TLevelResultsDay #BTEC #WeAreTheNHS

TALKWORKS stand with coloured banners at the Mid Devon Show. Two people sit behind a table.

Our #TALKWORKS team had a fantastic day at the Mid #Devon Show recently. Staff and volunteers enjoyed meeting the local community and sharing information about Devon's Talking Therapies Service: www.talkworks.dpt.nhs.uk #NHS #mentalhealthsupport #depression #anxiety #talkingtherapy #mentalhealth

Resident doctor strike. You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed, please continue to come forward for the care you need.

Our services, including our urgent and emergency services, are all working during the industrial action by resident doctors. If you have an appointment with us, please attend it as usual unless you have been notified otherwise. Call 111 for urgent #MentalHealth support: 111.nhs.uk

Gayle Githens-Mazer

Congratulations to Gayle Githens-Mazer, Clinical Lead for Research Delivery, who has been selected for the
@nihr.bsky.social Senior Research Leader Programme to support nurses and allied health professionals to develop their #research leadership skills: www.dpt.nhs.uk/news/gayle-g...