We hope you to enjoy our newsletter and find it both informative and engaging. If you have any comments, ideas for articles, or if you'd like to contribute to future editions, please email hnf-tr.communications@nhs.net.

Thank you,
Michele Moran, Chief Executive

During the 'Week of the Nurse', we cast a spotlight on three of our exceptional nurses within the Trust, delving into their invaluable experiences.

Our journey began with Amy Anderson, whose trajectory from Health Care Assistant to Trainee Nursing Associate highlights the possibilities within our Trust.

We also spoke to Craig Thackray, a Registered Nursing Associate who initially didn't consider nursing as his career path, but has not looked back! 

Lastly, we had the privilege of discussing Debbie Wright's role as Clinical Lead with an astonishing 42 years of service to our Trust, Debbie shared her inspiring journey to nursing excellence.

Interested in staying up-to-date with the latest news from the Trust? 

We regularly upload news stories to our Trust's website, Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust.

At the beginning of the month we welcomed our newly appointed Governors as we express our thanks to the Governors who have concluded their terms.

Welcome to our new Governors:

• Kimberley Thomas: East Riding constituency
• Ted Burnside: East Riding constituency
• Isobel Carrick: Hull constituency
• Maureen Bristow: Hull constituency
• John Duncan: Staff constituency 

Thank you to our departed Governors:

• Doff Pollard: Public constituency - Whitby, Scarborough and Ryedale (humber.nhs.uk)
• John Cunnington: Public constituency - East Riding of Yorkshire (humber.nhs.uk)
• Sue Cooper: Public constituency - East Riding of Yorkshire (humber.nhs.uk)
• Tom Nicklin: Staff Constituency (humber.nhs.uk)

We’d like to recognise and celebrate a significant milestone in our MHST digital offering. Last Friday Hull and East Riding MHSTs launched social media for the first time with an Instagram and Facebook account.

Social media has become an essential part of everyday life and comes out on top for being one of the best ways to engage those we work with. Social media allows us to engage with a larger audience more efficiently and gives us the opportunity to engage people who aren’t otherwise aware of our service.

Our MHST social media platforms aim to create a trusted space for young people, parents/carers and professionals; which shares what we get up to, recommends great support services that can help, shares resources, ideas and tips to help with coping and feeling better and a place for us to come together as a community and continue on our mission to improve mental health and wellbeing for all children and young people.

Show your support by following, liking, and sharing the great work of our Hull and East Riding MHST.

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust has become the first Trust in the local region to implement Zero Suicide Alliance Training for its staff through their online training platform. The Zero Suicide Alliance (ZSA) aims to empower, educate and equip individuals or organisations to support suicide awareness and prevention.

Friends and Family Test

The Friends and Family Test (FFT) is an important feedback tool that supports the fundamental principle that people who use NHS services should have the opportunity to provide feedback on their experience. It provides a mechanism to highlight patient experience and is vital in transforming NHS services, supporting patient choice and implementing changes based on your feedback.

Each month we will be sharing patient experiences from our different services, alongside a patient comment.

98.2% 

of respondents had a positive experience of the Children's and Learning Disability service in January.

"Always happy to see my child, very thorough, supportive and understanding."

Volunteering

We believe in the transformative power of volunteering. Volunteering not only creates positive impacts on communities but also enriches the lives of those who choose to give their time and skills. 

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering is a powerful way to make a difference in the world around you. Whether you have a few hours to spare each week or are looking for a meaningful way to contribute to society, there's a volunteering opportunity waiting for you. By volunteering, you can:

1. Create Lasting Connections: Build connections with like-minded individuals who share your passion for making a difference.

2. Develop Skills: Gain valuable experience and skills that can enhance your personal and professional growth.

3. Make a Positive Impact: Contribute to causes you care about and help make the world a better place.

New year’s resolutions don’t need to start on the 1^st of January! It’s never too late to #SwapAndStop smoking to save money.

Harness digital apps for personalised guidance, progress tracking, and community support in your quit smoking journey.

Download free apps to help here: Stop Smoking - Humber & North Yorkshire (hnyhealthapps.co.uk)

These apps offer invaluable resources, personalised plans, and community support, all at no cost. Take advantage of these powerful tools to enhance your motivation, track your progress, and pave the way for a smoke-free future.

Keeping You Well

Council of Governors and Public Board Meetings

Join us for our next Council of Governors meeting at 2pm on Thursday 18 April 2024 at the Lecture Theatre, Willerby Hill.

For more information and to register your attendance, please contact the Membership Office:

Telephone: 01482 389132

Email: katie.colrein@nhs.net

Our next Public Trust Board meeting will be streamed live on the Trust YouTube Channel on Wednesday 27 March 2024 between 9.30am - 1.00pm.

Current Vacancies

To view all available vacancies and apply, visit our Join Humber jobs website. 

If you would like a role to be included in the next issue of Humber Happenings, please email hnf-tr.communications@nhs.net with your expression of interest.

Upcoming Awareness Dates

Zero Discrimination Day: 1 March

Overseas NHS Workers Day: 1 March

International Women's Day: 8 March

Ramadan Begins: 10 March

Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week: 10 - 16 March

Safer Sleep Week: 11 - 17 March

International Social Prescribing Day: 14 March

Neurodiversity Celebration Week: 18 -24 March

Social Work Week: 18 - 22 March

Social Work Day: 19 March

Holi: 25 March

Transgender Day of Visibility: 31 March

Easter Sunday: 31 March

If you are interested in getting more involved in these awareness dates, please contact the communications team at HNF-TR.communications@nhs.net

You can also keep up to date with the latest Trust news on our website and our social media channels which can all be accessed here and below.

Feedback and Suggestions

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Feel free to reach out to us via email at hnf-tr.communications@nhs.net. We look forward to hearing from you!