LHCC group is pleased to be working with North East London (NELFT) and East London Foundation (ELFT) Health Trust to deliver a new service commissioned by North East London CCG with NHS winter pressures funding.
The service launched in January 2021 for the London Borough of Waltham Forest (LBWF), and in February 2021 for the London Borough of Newham (LBN) and the London Borough of Redbridge (LBR). These projects aim to reduce delayed hospital discharges and alleviate bed pressures, particularly during the high rate of admissions caused by COVID-19.
LHCC Group has dedicated a specialized team to ensure the success of these projects. This team includes a Service Manager, a Manager, and senior support workers who collaborate closely with the Inpatient Team, Home Treatment, and Crisis Team (HTT). Their primary goal is to facilitate the transition of individuals from inpatient wards and prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.
We have provided two dedicated properties on Leyton High Road, known as Leyton Lodge (233 & 235). Each property comprises 6 en-suite bedrooms and shared kitchen facilities, offering a comfortable and supportive environment for our service users. These properties are designated as the D2A Hubs for LBWF, LBN, and LBR.
Of the 12 rooms available at Leyton Lodge, 8 rooms have been contracted by LBWF, while the remaining 4 rooms have been contracted by LBN. This strategic allocation ensures that the needs of both boroughs are met effectively.
The D2A Hubs operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensuring continuous support for our service users. The core service hours are from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm, Monday to Friday, with a commitment to assessing clients within 2 to 6 hours of receiving their referrals.
Sugith V, the Chief Executive Officer of LHCC Group, has enthusiastically welcomed this new venture. He expressed his delight that LBWF, LBN, and LBR have entrusted LHCC Group with delivering this crucial service through the Discharge to Assess (D2A) pathway. Sugith V stated, “To support our NHS colleagues and the local community, as an experienced Mental Health Provider, we are confident that our expertise in housing and support will significantly reduce delayed discharge times.”
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