Woodleigh Community Hospital
Woodleigh Community Hospital
Woodleigh Community Hospital is a Level 2 mental health rehabilitation service providing specialist care for men and women aged 18 years and over with enduring mental health needs, including autistic people. Many of those we support also have ongoing physical health conditions requiring coordinated clinical care. We work with people experiencing a range of complex mental health conditions, including psychosis, Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD) and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
Through personalised rehabilitation and IHCM’s integrated care pathways, we support people to regain confidence, develop practical daily living skills and progress towards greater independence. Supported by our multidisciplinary team, each person is encouraged to engage with their local community, build meaningful relationships and prepare for the next stage of their recovery.
We promote positive risk management and carefully planned community engagement, including Section 17 leave where appropriate, helping people develop the skills, confidence and resilience needed for life beyond hospital.
Wards and Facilities
As part of IHCM’s integrated care pathway, many people leaving Woodleigh Community Hospital progress to Beech Manor, our neighbouring nurse-led residential service. This provides a seamless transition into a less restrictive environment while maintaining continuity of care. For others, the pathway continues into supported living or independent accommodation, depending on individual needs and progress.
Therapeutic and Activity Areas
Purpose-designed therapy areas provide space for individual and group sessions, practical skills development and recreational activities.
There is access to facilities that support cooking, creative activities, wellbeing programmes and occupational therapy, together with outdoor spaces that encourage relaxation and community engagement.
Expertise in Complex Treatments
Woodleigh Community Hospital supports people with complex mental health needs, including those requiring specialist medication management.
Our experienced clinical team provides comprehensive monitoring ensuring safe prescribing, regular physical health monitoring and continuity of care within the service.
Every individual follows a personalised rehabilitation programme designed around their strengths, aspirations and recovery goals. Support may include psychological therapies, occupational therapy, practical daily living skills, education, vocational opportunities, community engagement and physical healthcare.
Promoting Independence Through Rehabilitation
Everything we do is focused on supporting people towards greater independence.
Personalised rehabilitation programmes help people to build confidence, strengthen practical life skills and develop the resilience needed to move successfully into supported accommodation or independent living where appropriate.
Admission Criteria and Process
We accept referrals for adults aged 18 years and over with enduring mental health needs who would benefit from rehabilitation within an open hospital environment.
Admissions may be informal or under the Mental Health Act. We work closely with commissioners, community teams and referring organisations to ensure each admission is carefully assessed and planned, providing a smooth transition into the service.
Care Plans, Reviews, and Monitoring
Each service user has a personalised care plan developed with their named nurse and wider multidisciplinary team. Care plans are reviewed regularly to ensure support continues to reflect changing needs, goals and progress. Service users are encouraged to take an active role in planning their care, promoting choice, involvement and shared decision-making.
Multidisciplinary Team Working
Recovery is supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team working together to deliver personalised, evidence-based rehabilitation. Our team includes:
- Consultant Psychiatrists
- Psychologist and Assistant Psychologist
- Registered Nurses (Mental Health and General)
- Occupational Therapists
- Activity Coordinators
- Healthcare Support Workers
Working collaboratively, the team develops personalised care plans that promote recovery, independence and positive long-term outcomes.
Psychiatric Services and Assessments
The psychiatric arm of Woodleigh Community offers a broad spectrum of support to residents. This includes initial and ongoing assessments to determine the most appropriate medication and treatment strategies, as well as progress reviews that track improvements or identify early warning signs of deterioration. Our psychiatrists are adept at forensic assessments, liaising with the Ministry of Justice for those requiring additional oversight or who are under legal restrictions such as Section 37/41. Each individual’s treatment is outlined in a detailed care plan, with clear goals and measurable outcomes. We employ risk assessments to promote safe yet progressive engagement with the community, balancing the importance of positive risk-taking with the need for structured supervision.
Psychological Support and Intervention
Our psychologists provide comprehensive assessments alongside a range of evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to individual needs. Support may include cognitive and behavioural therapies, motivational approaches, anger management, trauma-informed interventions and specialist psychological assessments where required. Psychology also supports staff with supervision and reflection for the most complex case which helps to inform our approach as a team.
Nursing Care Tailored to Individual Needs
Our nursing team provides 24-hour clinical care, therapeutic support and care coordination.
Alongside medication management and physical healthcare, nurses work closely with individuals to develop daily living skills, encourage healthy lifestyles and support personal recovery goals. Regular one-to-one sessions provide opportunities to review progress, discuss concerns and celebrate achievements.
Occupational Therapy and Activity Co-ordination
Occupational therapy plays an important role in helping people develop the practical skills needed for greater independence.
People are supported to participate in a wide range of meaningful activities including cooking, gardening, creative arts, exercise, community outings and vocational opportunities. Activities are individually tailored to promote confidence, wellbeing, social inclusion and preparation for community living.
Family and Social Inclusion
Families, carers and friends can play an important role in recovery. With consent from the service user and where appropriate, we encourage family involvement through care reviews, regular communication and opportunities to participate in planning and decision-making.
Spiritual and Cultural Support
We are committed to providing inclusive, culturally sensitive care that respects every person’s beliefs, values and identity. Individual preferences relating to religion, culture, diet and personal practices are incorporated into care planning to ensure people feel respected, valued and supported throughout their stay.
End-of-Life Care
When required, compassionate end-of-life care can be provided in partnership with specialist palliative care services. Our priority is to ensure dignity, comfort and person-centred support for people and their families during this important stage of life.
Life at Woodleigh Community
Contact and Referrals
Woodleigh Community Hospital
28 Elmwood Road
Croydon, Surrey, CR0 2SG
Enquiries and referrals
T: 0330 236 8231