Who we are…..
Bisi Lawal-Rieley is a highly skilled Project Manager with over a decade of experience in leading and supporting Mental Health and Learning Disabilities (MHLD) transformative initiatives in healthcare. She is also a qualified Level 5 Coach and Mentor, recently completed a Level 2 Counselling course, and currently training to become an NLP practitioner.
Within the NHS she has worked initially in secondary care, commissioning and later transitioning to primary care.
Commissioning ADHD services.
Project manager working on the transformation of Mental Health Learning Disability (MHLD) services on the Isle of Wight.
Assistant Operations Manager for Children & Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) and Learning Disability services.
Project Managed the initial development of MHLD services in primary care.
Listening ear coach for the Isle of Wight Trust during the pandemic to support NHS staff.
Her most recent role in primary care as a PCN Business Manager provided her with the final jigsaw and a comprehensive understanding of the entire care journey, equipping here with extensive knowledge of types of services and key contacts.
Her dedication to personal and professional development is reflected in her achievements and her ongoing commitment to improving mental health services. She brings this creativity and curiosity to her work, engaging teams and communities in developing innovative solutions that have a lasting impact on the wellbeing of individuals and families.
Additionally, as a parent of three children, two who have completed their schooling, she has first hand experience of the challenges young people can encounter in education.
Aidan Graham is a dedicated learning disabilities and mental health professional with over 15 years of experience.
He has worked across diverse clinical settings, including:
CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services),
Forensic mental health
Learning disabilities inpatient
Adult mental health services, including older persons.
Known for his ability to build trust quickly and effectively with both clients and colleagues, Aidan brings a compassionate, knowledgeable approach to every individual and family he supports.
Aidan holds an Advanced Diploma in Learning Disabilities Nursing from Bournemouth University- Distinction (2009) with additional qualifications in Forensic CAMHS, mentorship, and leadership.
Throughout his career, Aidan has served in various roles, including as a CQC Registered Manger and a Charge Nurse, with responsibilities ranging from clinical assessments and risk management, to managing multidisciplinary teams, staff training and multi-agency collaboration.
Aidan is passionate about empowering individuals and helping them achieve stability and confidence in their lives. Aidan understands the complexities that individuals can face when accessing care pathways and is passionate about supporting surrounding this.
Committed to ongoing professional development, he continues to update his skills and knowledge, ensuring he provides the highest standard of care to those he serves.
