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By Henk Swanepoel, Cygnet Health Care neuropsychology lead When people think about rehabilitation following a brain injury or neurological condition, they often picture physiotherapy, occupational therapy or speech and language therapy. While these disciplines are essential, psychological support is just as important. Recovery is not only about regaining physical function; it is also about rebuilding [...]

A service user at Cygnet Alders is making a powerful difference to others by bravely sharing her lived experience and leading a psychology group for both staff and patients to raise awareness of head banging and how it can be reduced. Charley, who has been at the Gloucester-based Cygnet Health Care hospital on Podsmead Road [...]

Cygnet Social Care has been named Complex Care Provider of the Year (Large Group) at the HealthInvestor Awards, recognising the outstanding commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support for individuals across its residential, supported living, day and care home settings. The award celebrates a landmark year for Cygnet Social Care, marked by significant growth, [...]

NR Times is inviting nominations for its 2026 People's Choice: Leader of the Year Award, shining a spotlight on the individuals driving neuro-rehabilitation forward. Open to any branch of neuro-rehab, the award honours someone who has stood out through their leadership, dedication, compassion and contribution to the field. The award sits alongside a broader range [...]

A specialist neuropsychiatric service in Darlington supporting men affected by acquired brain injuries and neurodegenerative conditions has been awarded an Outstanding rating by Headway, the Brain Injury Association. Cygnet St William’s, part of Cygnet Health Care, received the highest possible rating following a comprehensive assessment as part of Headway’s Approved Provider Scheme. The scheme uses [...]

Cygnet Health Care is set to expand the services available at Cygnet Hospital Taunton with the opening of a new specialist Neurocognitive Treatment & Care Pathway for adults with neurological conditions and associated mental health needs. The new pathway has been developed to support people living with conditions such as dementia, Huntington’s disease, alcohol-related brain [...]

Cygnet Group has announced that its legal team and General Counsel has been shortlisted at The Lawyer Awards 2026 which celebrate excellence across the legal profession. Christian Young, Cygnet’s General Counsel, has been shortlisted in the General Counsel of the Year category. His shortlisting reflects not only his outstanding leadership, but also the pivotal role [...]

A hospital in Middlesbrough which supports women affected by brain injuries has had its leadership rated ‘Outstanding’ following an inspection by the Care Quality Commission. Cygnet Newham House, on Hemlington Village Road, a 20-bed neuropsychiatric care and treatment facility providing rehabilitation for women affected by acquired brain injuries (ABI), was rated Outstanding in Well-Led and [...]

Dr Somya Pandey, Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry at Cygnet Hospital Harrow, has shared her experience of being diagnosed with Autism and ADHD as part of Autism Acceptance Month, offering a personal perspective on neurodivergence within the healthcare workforce. Dr Pandey, who works across a general adult acute inpatient ward and previously in an autism and [...]

A hospital in Henbury which supports men with brain injuries is celebrating after being recognised by a regulator for achieving outcomes “better than expected” and for being described as “exceptional and distinctive”. The Care Quality Commission has rated Cygnet Brunel, on Crow Lane, Henbury, as Good overall, with the Cygnet hospital achieving an Outstanding rating [...]