by Raymond Sheehy | Apr 25, 2026 | Holistic Recovery
There’s a phrase that comes up in reviews, in commissioning conversations, and in case notes. Not yet ‘move-on ready.’ I understand what it means, but I’ve come to think it can do real harm. It implies that recovery follows a straight line,...
by Raymond Sheehy | Mar 25, 2026 | About Bridge
A Message from Raymond, CEO In January and February of this year, I sat down with representatives from ten local authorities. Different areas with different pressures, but the same message, almost word for word. They need better forensic...
by Raymond Sheehy | Mar 25, 2026 | Flexible Support
Right now, over 2,100 autistic people and people with learning disabilities are in inpatient mental health hospitals in England. More than half have been there for over two years. Around one in six has been detained for more than a decade. The NHS Long Term Plan set a...
by Raymond Sheehy | Dec 31, 2025 | Mental Health Conditions, Medium Support
Autism is often talked about as if it describes one shared experience. But, in reality, it doesn’t. It exists on a spectrum. Two people can have the same diagnosis and need very different kinds of support to feel safe, settled, and confident in their own home. At...
by Raymond Sheehy | Dec 31, 2025 | Info for Commissioners
AI is moving fast across health and social care. When it’s used well, AI can support better decision-making, improve efficiency, and even reduce the pressure on frontline staff. However, if used poorly, it can create more risk, so for organisations working with...
