Celebratory Gin & Fizz evening at Connell Court Care Home in Southport hits all the right notes

A Gin & Fizz evening held at Connell Court Care Home in Southport to celebrate being under new ownership hit all the right notes.

A pianist was playing to entertain guests as they arrived at the welcoming venue on Weld Road near Birkdale Village.

Residents, their families, visitors and staff members were delighted to enjoy:- 'An Evening of New Beginnings' with great music, drinks and delicious food.

The event was held to mark Connell Court becoming part of the Crestview Care family, with the new owners already investing to make improvements to the facilities on offer.

Some of the owners were at the Gin & Fizz night to catch up with guests.

It was an opportunity for people keen to learn more about what Connell Court has to offer, as they were invited to come in, chat with staff members and have a look around the home.

Anyone who missed it is welcome to get in touch with the team at Connell Court who would be happy to provide them with more details.

Connell Court Home Manager Anna Harvey said:- "It was a really positive event. Everyone who came had a great time, including:- our residents and their families. We were happy to see some former members of staff who came back to celebrate with us. The new owners were very impressed with how well it went, and they enjoyed being able to meet and chat with everyone who was there. It was a really lovely atmosphere, helped by Stuart, our pianist for the evening. We always talk about the 'Connell Court family' and it's not a cliche, it's very true. We always get to know our residents, and their children, their grandchildren, the people who are close to them. It was good for all the family members to be able to come in and meet other families, who are going through similar experiences to them. Next week we are looking forward to putting up our Christmas decorations! They always look good and it gives a lovely festive feeling to the home. When the new owners came in, they made a pledge to invest and improve the facilities here, and they have been hard at work ever since. They have already begun the process of renovating the entire 1st floor of the building. We are excited to see all the improvements happening. We have some spaces available at Connell Court. If anyone would like to come and have a look around, or would like to know more information, please get in touch, we'd be happy to speak with you."

Established in 1976, the purpose built 37 bedroom residential care home has a longstanding excellent reputation for delivering high quality person-centred care.

Staff at Connell Court encourage residents to live the life they want to lead, with shared living / dining areas that provide opportunities to interact with a tight-knit community, whilst also encouraging independence and interests, through the numerous activities they organise, as well as specific medical support.

The original Connell Court team has long been dedicated to the well-being of its residents, and together with Crestview Care will ensure that each resident feels valued, respected, and nurtured in a safe, home-like environment.

Crestview Care was established by a team of highly experienced care and housing specialists alongside family-orientated investors. Their collective expertise and values have shaped a person-centred approach that supports creating strong relationships between residents and staff and delivering a high standard of care.

In addition to raising care standards, Crestview is eager to engage with the local community and increase its involvement in local activities. This is a key focus for the team as they believe that care extends beyond the walls of the home.

Local Trust Celebrates Double Win at Royal College of Psychiatrists Awards
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CHESHIRE and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (CWP) is celebrating after winning 2 prestigious accolades at this year's Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCPsych) Awards, which recognise excellence in mental health care.

Mental health Intensive Support team were awarded the Psychiatric Team of the Year for Quality Improvement for supporting the Single Point of access function across rehabiliaiton services and the Psychiatric Team of the Year for Outstanding Commitment to Sustainability/Green Care.

The judges praised the Rehabilitation team for their innovative use of quality improvement methods and data to optimise services. Their focus on seamless transitions and strength-based assessments were recognised for significantly enhancing the pathway for patients.

For MhIST, the judges highlighted the team's efforts to provide an effective, patient-centred alternative to inpatient care for people with complex mental health needs. By emphasising prevention and collaboration with the local Integrated Care Board, the team has created a sustainable and dynamic community rehabilitation service.

CWP Director of Medical workforce and Consultant Psychiatrist, Dr Amrith Shetty, said:- "I am immensely proud of the teams for winning not one, but 2 awards from the Royal College of Psychiatrists.This recognition highlights the importance of investing in people with complex needs through person-centred care to enhance their quality of life, whilst also demonstrating value for money. By using quality improvement methods and data, we can create preventative and sustainable services that better support people's needs."

This double recognition underscores CWP's commitment to delivering high quality, innovative, and sustainable mental health services for the communities it serves.

For more information about CWP's award-winning services, visit:- CWP.MHS.UK.