Mental Health Homicide Reviews
Support and guidance when you require it most.
Thorough and sensitive NHS approved mental health homicide reviews.
Here at Delphi Care, we are expert providers in independent mental health homicide reviews. This situation can be very sensitive with a lot of information to be questioned, our sensitive team have the skills to understand and feedback on the situation.
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What are mental health homicide reviews?
Back in 2013, NHS England assumed responsibility for the commissioning of independent investigations into mental health homicides. An independent investigation can also be referred to as a mental health review, and this will focus on the care and treatment of an individual within an NHS trust.
In hospital and care home settings, mental health related homicides are rare, however there still needs to be a systematic and thorough plan in place. The plan should protect patients, their families and carers and reduce the overall risk of any serious incident taking place.
All NHS providers are required to be open and transparent with both families and patients when things don’t go to plan in a healthcare setting. The mental health homicide review will be conducted by an independent that will review all records relating to a patients care and treatment, carry out an in depth review and create a report on the findings and future recommendations for the healthcare facility.
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How do our investigations work?
Delphi employs a variety of investigative methods to identify potential causes of specific events. By reviewing and analysing patients’ clinical notes, risk assessments, and care plans, we can pinpoint areas of risk and recommend actions for improvement. We also use a PSRIF template to uncover the root causes of problems and propose solutions, complemented by a detailed timeline of events.
Our investigative approach integrates a systems approach, human factors, and ergonomics, using the Systems Engineering Initiative for Patient Safety (SEIPS) model and other tools recommended by NHS England. This ensures that we consider all elements of the work system, including people, tasks, tools and technologies, environment, and organisational conditions. By doing so, we aim to improve safety, clinical effectiveness, and patient experience.
Thanks to our impartiality, we provide unbiased, evidence-based reports grounded in the evidence presented. All investigations undergo peer review to ensure accuracy, consistency, and proportionality. We conduct interviews with involved staff using open and closed questions, maintaining a ‘no blame’ approach.
Adhering to the three pillars of quality within the NHS - safety, clinical effectiveness, and patient experience - Delphi boasts a team of experienced clinicians and senior operational staff. When necessary, we can engage expert subject matter associates. Our team includes Occupational Therapists, RMNs, RGNs, LD professionals, CQC Inspectors, and Operational Managers, all of whom have extensive senior-level experience in both the public and private sectors.
By incorporating a systems approach and focusing on human factors and ergonomics, Delphi's investigations are thorough and aligned with best practices for patient safety. This method allows us to identify systemic issues rather than attributing blame to individuals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
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Our specialist investigations team.
Following the three pillars of quality base of the NHS, Delphi has a team of experienced clinicians and senior operational staff and are able to bring in expert subject matter associates, should there be a need.
Our specialist team includes Occupational Therapists, RMN, RGN, LD, CQC Inspectors, Operational Managers, and more all with countless years of experience at senior level both within the Public and Private sectors.
Kate Comfort
Investigations Lead
Kate has extensive experience in healthcare and social care investigations. Over six years as a CQC inspector and a background as a Datix Officer have honed her skills in managing serious incidents and performing root cause analysis. Kate excels in working with providers to foster a positive learning culture, using insights from patient safety incidents to drive continuous improvement and deliver the highest quality care.
Why choose Delphi Care?
Delphi Care are specialists in mental health homicide reviews and will examine all information available to create in thorough report for your healthcare business. We are recognised and trusted by the NHS to conduct these investigations, so you know you are in safe hands with Delphi Care.
If your healthcare business requires our mental health homicide review service, please contact our friendly team today and we will be in touch to discuss the circumstances and how our services can benefit you.
Our other investigations expertise.
The Delphi investigations team has experience across many different types of independent investigations.
