New Welsh company launches with two hospitals

A new company based in Wales, that will provide care for people with mental health conditions, has been launched with two developments underway in West Wales.

Over the next five years Newport based Surehaven Ltd will be developing a range of purpose built, affordable 16 bed hospitals for patients of working age as well as specialist units for the over 65’s.

In addition to the first two hospitals in Wales, the company has plans for other sites in North West England, the East Midlands and Scotland. Ten hospitals are planned as part of Phase One of Surehaven’s development.

Surehaven Managing Director, Keith Woodall said: “The principal aim of Surehaven is to provide a specialist care service for individuals who have complex needs. These include mental health problems, learning disability, and challenging behaviour”.

“Over the next few years, we will develop a number of independent hospitals providing high quality affordable care, bespoke treatment and structured rehabilitation.”

Angela Phillips, Director of Operations and Psychological Services, said: “A range of psychological assessments and therapy services from qualified staff will be available for most emotional and behavioural difficulties. The emphasis will underpin a unique care pathway leading to the provision of future care in the least restrictive environment.”

The company’s first development will be a 16-bed unit in Pembrokeshire. The hospital will treat people between the ages of 18 to 65. There will also be an eight bed specialist unit for people with Learning Disabilities. The proposed developments will have staff working on a rota basis to provide 24 hour support.

In Neath Port Talbot, Surehaven are developing a 16-bed, single storey, unit  that will treat people between the ages of 18 to 65 who may be liable to be detained under the Mental Health Act.

Said Mr Woodall: “I believe these developments are urgently needed in west Wales. At present there are few specialist services in the area for people suffering from mental health problems. It means they have to go outside the locality, and often outside Wales, to receive treatment. That often adds to their concerns and that of their family.”