Service changes and visiting during the COVID-19 pandemic
During this COVID-19 pandemic there may be changes in the way some of our services work. Contact the service directly to check how services are being delivered and follow their advice.
Some of our services now offer video consultations. You should speak to your clinician if this is something you would like them to consider. You can find out more about video consultation here.
Visiting
Contact the ward you wish to visit in advance for guidance and instructions for a safe visit.
You can read some general NHS guidance on visiting healthcare inpatient settings.pdf [pdf] 89KB
If you need help in a mental health crisis during the COVID-19 pandemic outside office hours please contact our crisis team: Help in a crisis
For other medical advice and support contact your GP or visit NHS 111
Only visit your local Emergency Department for serious life-threatening conditions that need immediate medical attention including persistent severe chest pain, loss of consciousness, acute confused state, severe breathlessness, severe blood loss, serious burns or suspected stroke.
Redwood 2 Ward (Female)
We provide inpatient care for women experiencing an acute mental health crisis who cannot be supported in their own home.
The service focuses on assessment of need, treatment, and recovery and places the service user at the centre of care planning.
Care is provided by a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, occupational therapists, psychologists, and support workers.
The service is for women aged between 18 - 65 and patients over 65 who have already been accessing mental health services may also be referred.
Visiting information
Monday - Friday 6.00pm - 8.30pm
Weekends and Bank Holidays 9.00am - 8.30pm
Contact and find us
Tel: 0115 969 1300 Ext: 11534
Redwood 2 Ward
Highbury Hospital
Highbury Road
Bulwell
Nottinghamshire
NG6 9DR
Getting here
Our site offers:
- Disabled access
- Parking
Help in a crisis
If your concern relates to a current inpatient of Redwood 2, please contact the ward directly.
If your concern relates to a member of the public then please contact the local Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team, who will be able to offer advice.
Support groups
Rushcliffe Mental Health support group:
Support for carers in Nottingham:
Information and advice:
Highbury Carers Group – please ask a member of the team for more details.
Information for health professionals
All admissions to the ward are facilitated by the identified crisis team bed manager.
Ward manager:
Hannah Gresswell-Thompson
Tel: 0115 9555384
Email: hannah.gresswell-thompson@nottshc.nhs.uk
Clinical team leaders:
Sian Urquart-Hughes and Lauren Henson
Service commissioned by:
Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire South County Clinical Commissioning Groups