What is a Care Plan?

Every patient who is under the care or treatment of one of our mental health services will have a comprehensive assessment of their mental health needs. From this a Care Plan will be developed that sets out how these needs will be met.

How can I be involved in the Care Plan?

Care Plans are developed in partnership with patients. Carers can be invited to be involved with the consent of the patient and can request a copy of the plan. Care Plans are usually reviewed every six months (or more regularly if there is a significant change).

What should be included in a Care Plan?

• The details of those involved in the patient’s care.
• Contact details of the patient’s key worker and who to contact outside of office hours.
• The arrangements for the patient’s mental health care including any prescription medication or talking treatments.
• The arrangements for the patient’s physical health care and who will provide it.
• The factors that might indicate the patient is becoming unwell and what to do if they do.
• An assessment of the patient’s safety needs and the best way to manage them.

To find out more speak to a member of the care team.