Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

07/08/2026

The weather looks to be picking back up this weekend and many will be tempted to cool off in the water. Cold water shock happens quickly, even to strong swimmers - if you’re in trouble in the water, could save your life:

• Tilt your head back with ears submerged
• Relax and try to control your breathing
• Use your hands to help you stay afloat
• It’s OK if your legs sink, we all float differently

If you see someone in trouble in the water, call 999 and ask for the coastguard.

Remember it. Practise it. Share it.

07/08/2026

*Network outage update*

We are continuing to experience internet and phone line connection issues at some of our sites across Lancashire and South Cumbria. This is due to a network outage affecting our network provider and we are working with them to fix the issue. Other organisations are also affected.

Sites experiencing issues include:

• Adlington Clinic
• Astra Business Centre
• Brookside Retirement Village
• Buckshaw Village
• Cameron House
• Coppull Clinic
• DeVitre House, Lancaster
• Eccleston Health Centre
• Longridge Community Hospital
• Mountcroft Resource Centre
• The Cove - Mossview
• Whalley - Woodview
• Withnell Health Centre

As a result, you may struggle to get in contact with services or individuals based within these buildings or wards.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. We will update you again as soon as we can.

If you need urgent mental health support, please call 111.

06/08/2026

Please be aware that we are currently experiencing internet and phone line connection issues at some of our sites across Lancashire and South Cumbria. This is due to a network outage affecting our network provider. Other organisations are also affected.

Sites experiencing issues include:
• Adlington Clinic
• Astra Business Centre
• Brookside Retirement Village
• Buckshaw Village
• Cameron House
• Coppull Clinic
• DeVitre House, Lancaster
• Eccleston Health Centre
• Longridge Community Hospital
• Mountcroft Resource Centre
• The Cove - Mossview
• Whalley - Woodview
• Withnell Health Centre

As a result, you may struggle to get in contact with services or individuals based within these buildings or wards. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. We are working with our provider to get the issue resolved as quickly as possible. We will update you as soon as we are able.

If you need urgent mental health support, please call 111.

06/08/2026

06/08/2026

We are hosting an art exhibition showcasing lived experience at Fairhaven Methodist Church on August 12th. We will have the HARRI bus in attendance and be running creative wellbeing activities throughout the day. There is no need to book- Please just turn up on the day. Art includes paintings, poetry, and mosaic and showcases people's experiences of a range of areas including mental health conditions, neurodiversity, being a carer, and physical health conditions. If you have any questions or wish to get involved please email [email protected]

06/08/2026

If you are experiencing emotional or mental health distress, call 111 and select the mental health option.

This service offers 24/7 advice and support if you are:

- Experiencing worry, anxiety or fear that you can't control
- Hearing voices or seeing things that others can't
- Considering harming yourself
- Find yourself withdrawing from your friends or family

30/07/2026

Ready for your next career move?

We're looking for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join our Pendle Community Mental Health team where you'll be part of an experienced multi-disciplinary team, lead care for people and play a key role in shaping outstanding community services.

Learn more via the link in the comments.

29/07/2026

Are you an experienced operational manager with a passion for improving services for people with Learning Disabilities and their families?

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Operational Lead to join our All Age Learning Disability Team in Pennine. This is an exciting opportunity to provide operational leadership within a well-established multi-disciplinary service.

The All Age Community Learning Disability Team provides specialist, person centred support to children, young people, and adults with learning disabilities, offering a seamless, consistent pathway of care.

Learn more via the link in the comments.

27/07/2026

We're looking for an exceptional person to join our team as our new Deputy Chief Nurse and Quality Officer.

If you're experienced, dynamic and want to be at the forefront of mental health and community innovation then we want to hear from you!

You'll give visible and purposeful leadership while driving service transformation and quality improvement.

Learn more via the link in the comments.