RQIA Independent Review of Child and Adolescent Mental Health ...

Term of Reference 1 Theme 5 CAMHS facilities
Criterion: BHSCT & SEHSCT NHSCT SHSCT WHSCT
The review team found The trust reported that
that the new purpose built only one out of its four
inpatient facility was designated facilities is well
impressive and well designed.
designed.
1.5.1. CAMHS
facilities are well
designed and have
the necessary
facilities to meet
service needs.
The review team found
that space within the unit
was underused. This was
especially evident in the
gymnasium area, as
equipment is not in place
and some of the outside
facilities are not in use. At
the time of the review the
trust was awaiting delivery
of pre-ordered equipment.
Renovation work is
required in some other
facilities.
Renovation has occurred
to Larne/Carrick site which
has made it more
acceptable.
Some facilities including
Ballymoney and
Magherafelt / Cookstown
are both in a serious state
of disrepair.
The design of CAMHS
facilities varies. Some
recent investment in the
physical environments has
resulted in improvements.
One clinic requires
updating.
The reviewers observed
the design and location of
the adult ward which
admits young people. The
review team found it was
modern and spacious, with
the ability to meet the
educational and
recreational needs of the
young person.
CAMHS provide
necessary facilities to
support individuals and
family interviews.
The independent
reviewers observed good
waiting and treatment
areas in the Gransha area.
Assessment by
review team
Waiting areas/ rooms
available at each venue.
Partially achieved Partially achieved Substantially achieved Partially achieved
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