NHS England rolls out locally developed training tool. Full Lymelight lineup confirmed.
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NHS England rolls out Keele-developed training tool benefitting patients and clinicians
NHS professionals across the country are benefiting from new interactive training simulations that have been developed with academics at Keele University.
Commissioned by NHS England, the Personalised Care Institute (PCI) has created simulations in collaboration with Keele to enable clinicians to practice their shared decision-making skills with patients in a risk-free environment before applying them in real clinical settings.
Dr Jessica Thompson, Lecturer in Clinical and Professional Practice at Keele University, said: “There is a strong drive towards person-centred care which ensures people are given more control and choice when it comes to decisions about their care. Everyone has different preferences, beliefs and values and these should be explored to understand what matters to each individual.
“Shared decision making is a skill and therefore practice is key. The simulations we have helped to develop are a fantastic way for healthcare professionals of any discipline to develop and practice their skills and improve their confidence in having consultations which support patients to get more involved in decisions about their care.
“The simulations really drive home the importance of providing care that is respectful and responsive to patients.
Over 30 live bands lineup for Lymelight this weekend
The annual Lymelight Festival returns to Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre this weekend.
Across the April Bank Holiday weekend of Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th April, over 30 up and coming local artists are set to perform across two outdoor stages and a number of town centre indoor venues.
Organised by Newcastle-under-Lyme BID, with support from PH Productions and The Underground, the event will place a wealth of local music on the map.
Stages will be situated at The Guildhall on High Street, and at the top of the Ironmarket near to Capello Lounge.
Over 30 live bands will perform on the main stage, including: All the Young, John Dhali, Bathtub, Fat Lip, Greg Murray and the Seven Wonders. Acoustic sessions will also return to nearby The Carlton with a further Fringe vibe in nearby bars including Wellers, The Crossways, Castletown Distillery, and Artisan Tap.
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday 26 April, 6.30pm - Nick Moore, Discovering the Creativity Within, an evening with artist Nick Moore, learning more of his influences from the Potteries. Wedgwood, Barlaston. Ticketed.
Friday 28 April, 10am to noon - New Vic Theatre and Appetite are inviting local people to a ‘public conversation’ at Porthill Cricket Club, to tell them their stories as part of a project called Punjab to the Potteries, “inspire a new play about swapping South Asia for North Staffs.”
Friday 28 April, 10.30am to 4.30pm - Coronation of King Charles III Indoor Street Party at the Moorcroft Heritage Visitor Centre, Burslem, “a fun-filled day, discover new designs, win Moorcroft pottery, enjoy a buffet lunch and more.” Ticketed.
Friday 28 April to Monday 1 May - City Nature Challenge. Can we get Staffordshire wildlife sightings trending on the global leader board? Get the app, get spotting, get recording.
Saturday 29 April - Funtopia at Lyme Valley, Newcastle, “high energy inflatables, role play areas, shows and competitions, character meet and greets, giant games, huge water fights, a tasty food court and more!” For under 10s. Autism friendly session 10.30am to 11.30am, then for all under 10s afterwards. Ticketed.
Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 April - Lymelight Music Festival, Ironmarket and Guildhall stages, Newcastle town centre, “local up and coming artists provide a weekend of free, live music.” A Newcastle BID event.
Tuesday 2 May to 5 May, 10am to 3pm - Coronation activities at the Dudson Museum, Hanley. Coronation colouring sheets & a royal wordsearch in the bottle oven, a free Royal Pottery Hunt, ‘Spot the Royals’ & a fun royal quiz. Royal crafty activities too.
Monday 8 May, 11am to 3pm - King’s Coronation Park Party, free event in Hanley Park. Live music, circus skills, magic shows, sports, crafts, entertainers.
Tuesday 9 May, 10.30am - Home Education Wildskills at Biddulph Grange, inviting children and parents to “connect with the outside world and learn a range of new skills.” A Staffordshire Wildlife Trust event, following the Forest School ethos. Booking essential.
Friday 12 May, 7.30pm - Scratch Night, Artshill Volunteer Performers Group, an evening of sketches, stand up comedy, poetry, monologues, and more, at B Arts, Stoke, ‘pay as you feel’.
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