Cygnet Hospital Sheffield

This means we looked for evidence that people’s care, treatment and support achieved good outcomes and promoted a good quality of life, based on best available evidence. At our last assessment we rated this key question good. At this assessment the rating has remained good.

Staff assessed the physical and mental health of all patients on admission. They developed robust individual care plans which were reviewed regularly through multidisciplinary discussion and updated when needed. Staff provided a range of therapeutic treatments and care for patients based on national guidance and best practice. The ward team had access to the full range of specialists required to meet the needs of patients on the ward at all times. Staff from different disciplines worked exceptionally well together as a team to benefit patients. Staff understood their roles and responsibilities under the Mental Health Act 1983 and the Mental Health Act Code of Practice and discharged these well. This meant young people’s outcomes were consistently better than expected compared to similar services. People’s feedback described it as exceptional and distinctive, including external professionals and young people.