Nottinghamshire Healthcare, the county’s leading integrated healthcare provider, welcomed Dr Rachel Perkins to officially open its Recovery Education Centre at a special event held today.
The centre, which opened its doors to students in May, provides a range of courses to help people with experience of mental health challenges to develop their skills, identify their goals and to support them to access opportunities.
All of the courses provided at the centre are designed to contribute towards wellbeing and recovery, complementing services already offered by the Trust. They are open to and delivered by adults who have both personal and professional experience of mental health challenges; the courses are also open to family members and friends.
Dr Rachel Perkins OBE, a member of the Supporting Recovery Through Organisational Change Project Team, joined Professor Mike Cooke CBE, Trust Chief Executive, and Dr Julie Repper, Centre Director, at the event to mark the official launch, recognise the excellent work achieved and the dedication and hard work of all involved.
Guests also had the opportunity to find out more about the centre, view the premises and talk to staff who were on hand to answer any questions. There was also information about the centre’s Student Union and forthcoming courses on offer.
Dr Julie Repper, Trust Recovery Lead, said: “We are delighted that Rachel was able to join us to launch this fantastic centre, which provides invaluable support for people who have experience of mental health challenges. All of the courses have a strong recovery focus and are intended to inspire hope and help people to take control of their lives. We are already seeing the benefits of the centre and how it is making a difference to people’s lives, supporting them on their journey towards recovery.”
The centre is based at 702 Mansfield Road, Sherwood, Nottingham. To find out more about the centre and the courses available contact 0115 962 5866 or email recoveryeducationcentre@nottshc.nhs.uk
