Can you give more information on how moving back into university halls of
residence is 'difficult' for people discharged from hospital or other acute
psychiatric support?
Regards
Ian Francis
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From: "Honey Lucas" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Thursday, September 21, 2006 12:56 PM
Subject: 'fostering' for students with mental health difficulties
> Dear all
>
> We have been thinking about the best way to support those students with
> mental health difficulties who are being discharged from hospital or other
> acute psychiatric support. As moving straight back into university halls
> of residence is often difficult, does anyone offer some temporary
> alternative accommodation?
>
> For instance, we are wondering whether it would be possible to place
> students with the equivalent of 'foster parents' (who would be paid,
> trained and supported) for a short time. This would allow the student to
> attend some classes but would also ease the transition between acute
> psychiatric care and a return to living independently.
>
> Any thoughts/ suggestions/ ideas very welcome.
> Best wishes
> Honey
>
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> Honey Lucas
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