The service is made up as follows:

Baxter Ward – Acute 10-bed
Burton Ward – Rehabilitation 12-bed
The Coach House – Rehabilitation 4-bed

The aim of the service is to support people to improve their self-worth, build a better quality of life for themselves and to equip them with the skills needed for community living, supportive relationships, and increased independence. There is a focus on stabilisation and rehabilitation through collaborative engagement, placing a strong emphasis on generating a sense of belonging through active community involvement and building meaningful social networks.

The Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) consists of a Consultant Psychiatrist, Speciality Doctor in Psychiatry, Nurses, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Clinical Psychologists, Assistant Psychologists and Mental Health Support Workers. Everyone supported at Barnet Lane Clinic is registered with a local GP. The MDT provide specialist person-centred care, tailored to meet individual needs.

Our Approach

The team at Barnet Lane Clinic follow a recovery-focused model of care which ensures a patient centred approach is maintained. Our care and treatment priority has been to develop a recovery-focused programme of care with a primary focus on engagement; this is developed in collaboration with the individual and tailored to their specific needs and interests.

Our team employs a balanced, positive approach to risk management in order to improve mental and physical health. Self-care is promoted and supported where appropriate. Our work is underpinned by positive engagement, requiring trust, teamwork, and commitment. Everyone is provided with the opportunity to engage in a structured programme of activities and therapies.

The Environment

Barnet Lane Clinic is in the Hertfordshire countryside with good access to roads and parking on site. The hospital is situated approximately one mile from local amenities, shops, and leisure activities and there is a rail link close by.

Admission Criteria

• Women aged 18 +
• Have a primary diagnosis of mental health disorders, Personality Disorder (PD), psychosis
• May or may not be detained under the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007)
• May consider those with a mild learning disability (subject to suitability of current cohort)

For further information or to discuss a potential referral please dial our 24 hr referral line on 0800 218 2398. Alternatively you can email referrals@elysiumhealthcare.co.uk or elys.referrals@nhs.net