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National recognition for Flintshires mental health services
Published: 08/12/2014
Flintshires award winning mental health services were showcased at a national
conference in London.
Mental health care professionals from all over the UK heard about the Living
Independent Lives project which supports adults with severe and enduring mental
health problems.
In a joint presentation with Sue Woods, Director of the Flintshire Advocacy
Service, the Councils Chief Officer for Social Services Neil Ayling and Team
Manager Rhian Evans explained how a range of services are tailored to support
individuals to help them be more independent and active in their local
communities. This innovative approach reduces the cost of mental health
services.
Councillor Christine Jones, Cabinet Member for Social Services, said: I am
proud that Flintshires work has been recognised nationally following on from
the service winning a Social Care Accolade last year. Our approach has ensured
that people with mental health issues have more opportunities for independence
and well-being. We are building on this success, and continue to provide
services that are at the forefront of good practice. Being invited to speak at
the national conference was an excellent opportunity for our officers to
share good practice and showcase our achievements