Mental Health
- Blog post
Mental Health Nursing in General Practice + Primary Care
'Being a mental health nurse in general practice is a fantastic role. I feel so privileged to be able to meet patients who are, maybe for the first time, seeking support for their mental health.'
- News item
International Nurses’ Day 2022
The world celebrates nurses on International Nurses' Day and we thank them for their skill and compassion in supporting health and wellbeing everywhere.
- News item
New Book Celebrates Achievements of Community Nursing
The Queen’s Nurses represent diverse specialisms and taken together the book provides a glimpse into a world of professional expertise and person-centred care that is not often portrayed in the wider media.
- Publication
- Report
Men’s Health – Nurse led Projects in the Community
Information and guidance for community nurses who want to work more effectively with male patients.
- Guidance
- Learning resource
- Publication
- Transition
Transition to Care Home Nursing
This resource is intended for registered nurses who may have overall responsibility for nursing within the care home environment, as well as educators, students, and unregistered carers who work in this setting. You can download a sample chapter via this link or purchase a complete hard copy from The QNI Shop.
- Case study
- Project
Relationships in Dementia
A new diagnosis of dementia can put a huge strain on any relationship. This case study describes a therapeutic support group for couples, where one of them has a new diagnosis of dementia.
- Case study
- Project
Mental Health of Older Men
The aim of the project was to improve the physical and mental well being of older men living in Essex by raising awareness of specific health issues, reducing isolation and promoting social inclusion.
- Case study
- Project
Health Champions for the Homeless
The use of ‘health champions’ has proven to have a significant impact on fellow users’ attitudes and knowledge about health, accepting of lifestyle advice and access to medical care, especially in primary care.
- Case study
- Guidance
- Learning resource
No Assumptions
Document produced by National Voices and NHS England in 2014 showing the importance of creating services that meet the needs of patients and provide person-centred care.
- Case study
- Project
An outreach nursing model in High Wycombe
The service offers housing and support for homeless people with complex needs including addiction, a history of offending, and with issues around mental or physical health.
- Case study
A wet clinic model in Bristol
Compass Health provides confidential healthcare, advice and support for homeless people in Bristol.
- Case study
Respite and Intermediate Care Support Service
Bradford Respite and Intermediate Care Support Service (BRICSS) is an intermediate care facility providing respite accommodation for vulnerable patients on discharge from hospital.
- Case study
Case Study: Complex Needs Officer
A Complex Needs Officer provides advice, support and partnership work around mental health to vulnerable groups in the community.
- Guidance
- Learning resource
Health Assessment Tool
Assessing the health of people who are homeless
- Guidance
Homelessness and the Criminal Justice System
This guidance explains how the healthcare issues of those engaging with criminal justice system are addressed and provides links to further information.
- Guidance
- Publication
Foot Health
This guidance addresses the specific care of conditions affecting the feet of homeless people.
- Guidance
Epilepsy and Homelessness
Guidance for healthcare professionals examines the particular needs of homeless people living with epilepsy.