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"Help with low mood"

About: Dumfries & Galloway Community Services / Crisis Assessment Treatment Service Midpark Hospital / Adult Mental Health (inpatient)

(as a service user),

I struggle to manage 4 chronic illnesses with no family or care support. This leads to periods of extremely low mood and desperation to bring matters to a close. 

In one such event, two weeks ago, I was fortunate enough to received support from the CATs team, Police Scotland officers (Dumfries) and the housing manager at the flat I live at. Things I felt had come to an impossible position. I was fortunate to be surrounded by people who understood and wanted to help. 

I was eventually convinced to go into hospital for assessment. Although I was only there 24 hours, I left hospital, with the ward staff, consultants and CATs in a far better state of mind. People just understanding and acknowledging your predicament can help you muster energy to carry on. 

Thank you everyone, especially Sandra, Karen, Gillian, Faye & Dr McKenzie. Your support is/was greatly appreciated.

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Response from Justina Ritchie, Lead Nurse CMHN, Mental Health, NHS Dumfries and Galloway 2 years ago
Justina Ritchie
Lead Nurse CMHN, Mental Health,
NHS Dumfries and Galloway

Lead Nurse & Professional Manager CMHNT

Submitted on 16/05/2023 at 11:25
Published on Care Opinion at 11:25


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Dear Andrewvc23

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. It is always really nice to hear that people have been cared for with the high standards that our teams strive to deliver every single day. I am delighted to hear that you received the understanding and support that you needed at the time.

I have shared your very positive feedback with the team involved and I am certain that they will be appreciate knowing that they have been able to make this experience a positive one for you.

Thank you once again for taking the time to share your experience.

Kind regards

Justina Ritchie

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