Southern Hill Hospital has 53 mental health beds across five wards. The Hospital is able to offer a 24 hour acute admission service within a safe and secure environment.
Who We Support at Southern Hill
Our registered hospital is dedicated to providing specialised care for men and women aged 18 and above, who are struggling with severe mental distress. These individuals find themselves in situations where safe care within the community is not feasible.
Our acute inpatient mental health services support people of working age who may be detained under section of the Mental Health Act or they may be admitted informally to ensure a seamless transition to ensure continuity of care and treatment.
All of our services provide 24-hour medical cover and admissions.
Upon admission, we work collaboratively with each person to establish a personalised acute pathway focusing on stabilisation, treatment and effective discharge.
I was in a very dark place when I came to Southern Hill. The unique combination of environment, kind staff and psychological expertise helped me to turn a corner and start moving forwards with my life. [Patient, May 2023]
My Journey at Southern Hill has really helped me deal with past traumas, just to have someone to listen has helped so much. I can now also relate to my initial manic episode. I cannot thank you enough for the care you've provided. [Patient, July 2023]
Thank you for the amazing food and care given by your staff. Your hospital is a brilliant place to stay and starting my recovery. [Patient, April 2022]
Acute Care
Our Acute services can support people who are detained under the Mental Health Act, or who are admitted to hospital informally. People may access our acute service as a direct admission. We provide care and treatment to people who are experiencing an acute phase of a mental illness and who are often in crisis.
Specialities
Our Service specialises in the assessment and comprehensive treatment of people with a broad spectrum of acute and enduring mental health needs. We provide care and treatment to people who are experiencing the acute phase of a mental illness and who are often in crisis.
Careers
Are you considering a career at Southern Hill Hospital? We are very proud of our skilled team of dedicated staff and the services we offer and always put the needs of our patients first. A career at Southern Hill Hospital, is highly rewarding and every day is varied.
Our Accommodation
Southern Hill Hospital has five mental health wards with a total of 53 individual bedrooms. All wards offer single sex accommodation. Each individual bedroom has en-suite facilities providing a toilet and washing / shower facilities.
There are dedicated recreational and communal living spaces within each of the ward areas, along with quiet spaces, and access to private garden areas.
The Southern Hill Team
Southern Hill has a full on-site multidisciplinary team who work together to develop and deliver a holistic plan of care to meet the needs of each individual. The team includes a Consultant Psychiatrist, Associate Specialist, Consultant Psychologist, Assistant Psychologist, Social Worker, Registered Nurses, Healthcare Workers and Activity Coordinators.
All of our services have 24 hour medical cover and can accept admissions 24 hours a day.
“I can not stress enough how wonderful the staff on Cavell and Pearson ward are.
If not for them I wouldn’t be feeling as positive as I’ve been in a long time.
My utmost respect to the staff here at Southern Hill for their care and dedication.”