
Our Acute Inpatient Mental Health service is grounded in a personalised approach that values individual needs, preferences, and aspirations. Our aim is to provide a clear purpose for each admission, supported by daily therapeutic activities, interventions, and treatments.
Our experienced multi-disciplinary team provides medical, psychological, and nursing interventions, ensuring a holistic approach to treatment.
Continuous communication with the patient's community mental health team and chosen carers ensures a coordinated and supportive approach to discharge.
This approach empowers individuals to regain control and order in their lives, fostering a sense of stability.
Our Acute Inpatient Mental Health care can support people who are detained under the Mental Health Act, or who are admitted to hospital informally. People may access our acute service as a direct admission from hospital bed managers, community mental health services or via a Section 136 suite, providing a seamless transition of care.
We can support men and women experiencing difficulties due to a range of conditions including bipolar disorder, psychosis, depression, personality disorder and self-harm.
Admission Criteria:
Men and Women with a mental health condition, pre-existing or new diagnosis
18 years and over, working age or older adults
May be detained under the Mental Health Act or admitted as an informal patient
Our service specialises in the assessment and treatment of people with acute and enduring mental health needs. We provide care and treatment to people who are experiencing an acute phase of a mental illness and who are often in crisis. The aim of the service is to stabilise the person as quickly as possible, assess for further needs and implement the care and treatment required. We will stay in close contact with the patient’s community mental health team throughout each admission and as soon as it is safe to do so we will arrange a suitable discharge home under the care of community mental health teams or into other appropriate community settings.
Tailored Care:
Our experience of supporting people with a range of complex needs alongside co-existing issues such as dual diagnosis positions our service expertly for the delivery of acute mental health care.
Some service users may present with a higher level of dependency, and admission will be made to the most suitable ward based on individual needs. Our individual packages of care for all patients including those presenting with higher levels of dependency focus on:
Trauma-informed care: Our team is trained to provide care that acknowledges and addresses the impact of trauma on mental health. This approach fosters a supportive environment for individuals on their path to recovery.
Out-of-hours rapid admission for emergency: Recognising that emergencies can happen at any time, we offer round-the-clock rapid admission to address urgent mental health needs promptly.
Promoting self-management and recovery: Empowering individuals to actively participate in their recovery journey is a core aspect of our care. We focus on strategies that promote self-management and support sustained recovery.
An initial physical health screen and management: As part of our comprehensive approach, each patient undergoes an initial physical health screen. This ensures that both mental and physical health aspects are considered in their care plan, reinforcing our commitment to holistic well-being.
Delivery of this care is built on a clear acute pathway which emphasises patient experience

We are dedicated to promoting positive patient experiences and sustainable recovery, guided by our Acute Pathway philosophy.
Our Treatment Approach
We believe in a philosophy of care that promotes positive patient experiences and sustainable recovery. Our mission is to provide welcoming, fulfilling, and nurturing environments, offering outstanding facilities and services to facilitate a healing journey while reducing patient length of stay.
Our Philosophy of Care
At Magna House Hospital, we hold a strong belief in delivering the highest quality care with a patient-centred approach. Our philosophy of care encompasses the following principles:
Clinical Excellence: We provide thorough and effective assessments that promote the stabilisation of mental health and well-being in the shortest time possible.
Collaborative Teamwork: We value effective collaboration with individuals, their families, caregivers, stakeholders, and our dedicated staff. We ensure that each person's unique needs are at the heart of care and treatment planning.
Empowering Patients: We support individuals in taking an active role in planning their care and treatment, promoting their autonomy and well-being.
Evidence-Based Treatment: Our staff are specialists in mental health assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation. We emphasise evidence-based treatments to achieve sustainable recovery and personal best for our patients.
Relapse Prevention: We are committed to helping individuals prepare for their return to the community by investing in relapse prevention programs, allowing them greater control over their symptoms and treatment.
Individualised Care: We believe in offering care that lasts only as long as the person needs it, emphasising recovery and social inclusion.
Holistic Treatment: Our treatment models embrace the principles of person-centred recovery, emphasising social inclusion, respect, dignity, and robust positive risk management.
Learning and Growth: We believe in equality of opportunity, encouraging both patients and staff to learn new skills, grow, and make successful contributions.