This apartment-based hospital registered with the Care Quality Commission, Ballington House, situated in Leek, Staffordshire, focuses on treating complex and challenging mental health conditions in adults who may, or may not, be detained under the Mental Health Act.
The hospital utilises person-centred care planning to facilitate the transitional process of care from acute and secure mental health settings back into the community.
This community rehabilitation service offers a modern approach based upon the values of the recovery model.
Typically, service users at Ballington House are aged 18 to 65 with a primary diagnosis of mental disorder. Secondary conditions can include mild learning disability, personality disorder and substance misuse issues.
Service users often have a history of challenging behaviour and complex needs. This may include forensic issues and individuals have often come into contact with criminal justice services.
