Our Services
We provide over 60 expert health services across Cumbria, supporting people in our communities to live happier, healthier and more hopeful lives. Our services are organised into four care groups.
Community Health
Providing care in patients' homes or in community settings, such as health centres and community hospitals.
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Mental Health
Supporting people with mental health problems to recover and live as independently as possible.
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Children & Families
We promote a healthy start to life and provide healthcare services that are responsive to the changing needs of young people and their families.
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Specialist Services
Our specialist services are led by experts in areas including dentistry, sexual health and diabetes. This growing group of services deliver smaller, specialist services into the communities of Cumbria.
In This Section:
Cumbrian community urged to go blue in support of NHS 70th birthday
Published: 24th April 2018
Local NHS organisations are urging the community to go blue in support of the National Health Service which turns 70 on 5th July 2018.
North Cumbria’s hospitals start a 70-day challenge to get patients up and moving
Published: 18th April 2018
#EndPJParalysis campaign marks NHS 70
From Our Community Health Team Money raised for Silloth District Nurses in memory of Leeanne
Published: 12th April 2018
Funds donated to say thank you for ‘fantastic care’
From Our Community Health Team Alliance plans approved
Published: 4th April 2018
NHS North Cumbria CCG Governing Body gives approval
From Our Mental Health Team Update regarding the Multi Agency Crisis Assessment Service (MACAS) pilot programme
Published: 26th March 2018
Pilot aimed to get the right help to the right people at the right time.
From Our Community Health Team Residents’ feedback informs health and care plans for Alston Moor
Published: 12th March 2018
Document detailing the feedback now published
From Our Community Health Team Community hospitals update
Published: 8th March 2018
Partnership working has led to exciting new plans
Dream placements for NHS future workforce
Published: 15th February 2018
10 local students gain experience behind the scenes of the NHS
From Our Mental Health Team Mental Health Act Review – Have Your Say
Published: 29th January 2018
Service users and carers are invited to have their say in an independent review of the Mental Health Act
From Our Mental Health Team People with bipolar mood swings needed for research trial
Published: 26th January 2018
Research to begin in Carlisle
From Our Mental Health Team Touring exhibition highlights 100 years of mental health care in Cumbria
Published: 22nd January 2018
The exhibition aims to get Cumbria talking about mental health using recently released archives from Carlisle's former Garlands Hospital
From Our Children & Families Team Mental health and wellbeing support for children and adults in Cumbria
Published: 12th January 2018
Details of the support available for mental health and wellbeing in Cumbria
Trust-wide News Fancy putting on your trainers for a run/walk to help celebrate the NHS70 birthday?
Published: 12th January 2018
Launching NHS70 in Cumbria by getting active
From Our Community Health Team NHS organisations in Cumbria encourage people to quit booze for dry January
Published: 29th December 2017
The challenge is run by Alcohol Concern
Trust-wide News Making and keeping New Year’s resolutions – advice from the experts
Published: 27th December 2017
New Year’s resolutions can be a great motivator for healthier life style choices.
Keeping minds healthy this winter
Published: 20th December 2017
Support is available fro those who may struggle to cope over the festive period.
Carlisle Mum of two encourages women to speak up about depression and anxiety
Published: 13th December 2017
A mother of two from Carlisle has spoken about her experiences of mental health to encourage others to get the help they need.
NHS Trust’s breast feeding campaign accredited by UNICEF
Published: 13th December 2017
Work to promote breastfeeding in Cumbria is nationally recognised
Wigton and Solway residents urged to comment on health and care proposals by the end of December
Published: 11th December 2017
Residents of the Wigton and Solway area are being asked to share their views on the current health and care proposals for their area
From Our Community Health Team Community hospital plans for Penrith, Keswick, Cockermouth and Brampton
Published: 8th December 2017
Plans to change bed capacity are being developed by the Trust
Community invited to have their say on the transformation of healthcare services in Wigton & Solway
Published: 30th November 2017
Community event in Wigton to dicuss health and care plans
From Our Community Health Team Patients in Penrith will benefit from the new equipment thanks to Penrith League of Friends
Published: 29th November 2017
Help for Parkinson Patients
NHS ask people of Cumbria to get snapping in latest recruitment efforts
Published: 23rd November 2017
Help us showcase all that's great about living and working in Cumbria
From Our Community Health Team NHS Trust’s encourage all staff to get vaccinated against flu.
Published: 20th November 2017
The flu jab offers the best protection against the flu, find out how you can protect yourself and others
NHS staff in Cumbria helping to stop the pressure
Published: 16th November 2017
Health professionals raising awareness and providing advice on pressure ulcers
From Our Children & Families Team Looking after your child’s health
Published: 15th November 2017
New mobile app and booklet available containing information about common childhood illnesses
From Our Mental Health Team Mental Health Service Users experiencing better care
Published: 15th November 2017
A survey of mental health service users in Cumbria has shown significant improvements in the care and treatment received.
From Our Community Health Team Alston Alliance urges their community to comment on the future of heath and care plans
Published: 14th November 2017
Community engagement event on the 18th November 11am until 4pm
From Our Mental Health Team Exploring the history of the Garlands and Mental Health Care in Cumbria
Published: 13th November 2017
The history of The Cumberland & Westmorland Joint Lunatic Asylum, also known as The Garlands Hospital, was the focus of a recent event
From Our Mental Health Team Consultant’s contributions to medical education are recognised at the highest level.
Published: 13th November 2017
Dr Samuel Dearman given Fellowship of the Academy Of Medical Educators
From Our Specialist Services Team A new unique pathway of care for people with chronic pain
Published: 10th November 2017
In the heart of cumbria, the way patients are treated with chronic pain is changing,
From Our Community Health Team Embracing Self Care Week
Published: 8th November 2017
Raising awareness of Support for Self Care across Communities
Trust-wide News Top tips for Living with Heart Failure
Published: 8th November 2017
A Heart Failure Nurse in Cumbria is sharing top tips to help you look after your heart.
Trust-wide News Marking World COPD Day 15th November
Published: 8th November 2017
Cumbrian patients prove that you can live well with chronic lung conditions
Breathing classes help Tony become King of the Castle
Published: 6th November 2017
Pulmonary rehabilitation classes help Kendal man breathe more easily.
Pioneering use of virtual reality to help patients with breathing difficulties
Published: 3rd November 2017
Innovative use of technology in Barrow
Trusts celebrate Occupational Therapy Week
Published: 3rd November 2017
Celebrating the hard work of OTs across Cumbria
From Our Children & Families Team International doctors recruited to support CAMHS service
Published: 1st November 2017
Three qualified psychiatrists join CAMHS to strengthen the service for children and young people in Cumbria.
Take control of your long term condition this winter
Published: 30th October 2017
Trust-wide News Inspiring young people to choose a ‘blue light’ career in Cumbria
Published: 18th October 2017
Careers event at Lakes College Workington
From Our Mental Health Team Statement from Cumbria Partnership regarding the Provision of Section 12 Doctors
Published: 10th October 2017
The Chief Executive confirms the service will not cease
From Our Children & Families Team New and improved children’s learning disability service launches
Published: 5th October 2017
Newly designed service has launched for children and families
Time to Talk about Mental Health in the Workplace this October
Published: 4th October 2017
Mental Health in the Workplace is the theme of this year’s World Mental Health Day, which is taking place on 10th October.
Cumbria at the forefront of mental health innovation
Published: 4th October 2017
Local NHS services are highlighting good practice in mental health in a bid to raise awareness and tackle stigma
From Our Community Health Team Specialist clinics for those with Musculo-skeletal conditions in south Cumbria becomes permanent
Published: 3rd October 2017
Service becomes permanent following successful trial
From Our Community Health Team The Cumbrian spirit shines through flood waters in Millom
Published: 3rd October 2017
Staff and community rally to protect health centre
Cumbria Partnership Reflects on the Past Year
Published: 2nd October 2017
Over 70 people attended our Annual Members Meeting in Penrith.
Trust-wide News Preparing the future workforce
Published: 2nd October 2017
Carers fair with a difference
From Our Community Health Team Occupational Therapists are helping Appleby residents stay independent
Published: 27th September 2017
Innovative work in Cumbria to treat people closer to home
From Our Community Health Team Integrated Care Communities will place health and wellbeing at the heart of our communities
Published: 27th September 2017
An update on ICCs in West, North & East Cumbria
The NHS welcomed more than 1,000 people at the Westmorland Show
Published: 25th September 2017
Campaign launched to cut falls in over-65s
Published: 20th September 2017
Events in libraries across Cumbria to cut the risk of falls
NHS North CCG next Governing Body Meeting
Published: 18th September 2017
Taking place Wednesday 4 October 2017
More service users cared for closer to home as mental health service shortlisted for national award
Published: 13th September 2017
The service has been shortlisted for a prestigious Health Service Journal Award for the second year running
Keeping Caton Moving
Published: 13th September 2017
North Lancashire leading the way with pioneering chair-based exercise class
Soaked - the new play by Emma Rydal
Published: 5th September 2017
Exploring issues around alcohol this new play will be touring Cumbria
From Our Community Health Team Health & wellbeing advice for Westmorland show visitors
Published: 5th September 2017
Representatives from health and care services will be on hand with advice and support
From Our Children & Families Team The former Children’s Community Learning Disability Service is changing!
Published: 30th August 2017
Found out more at our countywide launch events
From Our Community Health Team When was your last health MOT?
Published: 23rd August 2017
Free health and wellbeing check-up at a community health event in Barrow this September
From Our Community Health Team Update on the integration of community and acute services in Morecambe Bay
Published: 16th August 2017
Discussions continue following approval of an Outline Business Case
From Our Community Health Team Supporting patients’ choices to avoid long hospital stays
Published: 7th August 2017
New policy introduced in Lancashire & South Cumbria
From Our Community Health Team Physiotherapists workout at work
Published: 3rd August 2017
National campaign encourages staff to move more at work
From Our Mental Health Team Lisa’s legacy gives hope to mental health inpatients
Published: 2nd August 2017
New garden opens at the Hadrian unit
Trust-wide News An opportunity to be involved in how your local health care is delivered
Published: 31st July 2017
Governor's Election now open
From Our Community Health Team Celebratory day at HMP Haverigg for both prisoners and staff
Published: 24th July 2017
Health promotion events as Haverigg Prison turns 50.
Latest CQC report for the Trust’s Mental Health Inpatient Units
Published: 20th July 2017
Report highlights caring and responsive services and improvements required.
From Our Specialist Services Team New Persistent Physical Symptoms Service Website Launches Today
Published: 12th July 2017
Website to help manage persistent pain
From Our Mental Health Team Clozaril Pathway - Rapid Process Improvement Workshop (RPIW)
Published: 10th July 2017
Improved service for patients taking Clozaril medication
CPFT staff hail partnership working at regional conference
Published: 30th June 2017
Work to improve patient care in community hospitals has been highlighted at a regional conference
From Our Children & Families Team Celebrating breastfeeding through interactive sessions and celebration walks
Published: 29th June 2017
Raising awareness of breasfteeding in Penrith
GPs and Physiotherapists join forces for improved patient care
Published: 28th June 2017
Pilot in GP practices in Carlisle and Eden is showing results
From Our Community Health Team New ways to treat those with musculo-skeletal conditions in south Cumbria
Published: 28th June 2017
A new service for patients referred to orthopaedic services is being hailed a success
From Our Specialist Services Team Living Well with & beyond Cancer
Published: 27th June 2017
Free events to support rehabilitation
From Our Children & Families Team South Cumbrian Health Visitor is awarded ‘Breast Friend Award’
Published: 7th June 2017
A Health Visitor from CPFT has been recgonised for her great work
From Our Children & Families Team Achievements of project to help vulnerable families in Barrow are highlighted by independent report
Published: 31st May 2017
Significant improvements have been recognised for Love Barrow Families project
From Our Mental Health Team Mental wellbeing advice following the Manchester Arena attack
Published: 25th May 2017
This guidance is aimed at anyone exposed to the Manchester Arena attack which took place on 22 May 2017.
From Our Community Health Team Transforming musculoskeletal care in Workington
Published: 25th May 2017
Saving GP appointments and providing care closer to home
From Our Community Health Team Barrow school children given life-saving training
Published: 22nd May 2017
Emergency first aid training to help save lives
From Our Mental Health Team Memory Matters helping Dementia Patients and Carers find the best support
Published: 16th May 2017
Memory Matters working with other organisations to raise further awareness of Dementia
See what happened at our latest Health and wellbeing MOT event
Published: 10th May 2017
See the video and pictures from our free Health MOT event
From Our Specialist Services Team The Persistent Physical Symptom Service (PPSS) celebrate their 1st year
Published: 10th May 2017
More than 1500 patients have been helped
From Our Specialist Services Team Lindsay takes Cumbrian skills to Burma
Published: 9th May 2017
Therapist from Cumbria has recently returned from a trip to Burma where she has been training local therapists
From Our Mental Health Team Fund Raising for Acorn Unit
Published: 8th May 2017
£600 raised to buy garden tables and benches
From Our Specialist Services Team Cumbria Headache Forum
Published: 4th May 2017
The following of Cumbria Headache Forum is growing
Help for Heroes volunteers learn about support for military veterans in Cumbria – with Cake!
Published: 28th April 2017
Bake for Heroes event gives student chance to talk about mental health
From Our Children & Families Team The CQC praise Children’s Community Services for leaping to an improved ‘Good’ rating
Published: 21st April 2017
Children’s community services have significantly improved
From Our Community Health Team Workington hospital inpatient ward reopens to admissions
Published: 12th April 2017
Ellerbeck ward has reopened today following work to rectify safety issues
From Our Mental Health Team Memory matters team receive recognition for innovative approach
Published: 12th April 2017
From Our Community Health Team Getting patients home for lunch
Published: 11th April 2017
Benefits of leaving hospital early in the day and how family/carers can help
Trust-wide News Health advice this Easter
Published: 10th April 2017
NHS services will be affected across the Easter bank holiday weekend, be prepared and know your local pharmacy opening times
Trust-wide News “Inspirational” Health Professionals blaze a trail with strategy to improve patient care
Published: 7th April 2017
Strategy sets out agreements between organisations
Staffing issues lead to temporary bed closures at Alston
Published: 6th April 2017
Inpatient beds at Alston Hospital will temporarily close week commencing 17th April 2017
From Our Specialist Services Team Carlisle Mayor promotes free HIV testing
Published: 29th March 2017
Mayor reduces the stigma associated with HIV
From Our Community Health Team Patients celebrate Penrith Day Hospice on film
Published: 28th March 2017
In five short films patients from Penrith Day Hospice share how important the service is to them.
From Our Community Health Team Spring is here, clear out your old walking aids
Published: 24th March 2017
Physiotherapists in west Cumbria are encouraging people to use a spring clean as an opportunity to uncover and return any walking aids
Service of thanksgiving for North Cumbria’s hospitals
Published: 22nd March 2017
North Cumbria University Hospitals NHS Trust is hosting a service of thanksgiving to pay tribute to staff and volunteers
From Our Mental Health Team Better support for those who are in mental health crisis
Published: 22nd March 2017
A pilot scheme that helps get the right support quickly for those in mental health crisis in Cumbria is underway.
Police, teenagers and YouTube sensation join forces to warn about ‘sexting’ dangers
Published: 13th March 2017
Cumbria Police have teamed up Carlisle College to warn young people of the dangers of ‘sexting’.