Transforming Mental Health Care for Local Communities

As part of the commitment to improving mental health services, MPFT is investing in creating fully integrated teams with health, social care, voluntary, and community staff. These teams will work together in new ways, supported by people with lived experience, to deliver services that better meet the needs of our communities.

 

In line with this initiative, MPFT has funded several VCSE organisations through various investment programs to test new models of care. One such program, the Assertive Outreach service delivered in partnership with The Alzheimer's Society and Burton Mind, aimed to encourage individuals from underrepresented groups with memory concerns to access statutory services.

 

Important Update on Assertive Outreach Service

While the Assertive Outreach service has demonstrated positive results, its funding was allocated for a fixed term of 12 months. Therefore, the service funded by MPFT will conclude on October 31st, 2024. However, this does not mean support for memory problems ceases to be available.

Continued Support for Memory Concerns and SMI:

• MPFT continues to offer interventions and support for individuals with memory concerns and those with serious mental illness (SMI). Anyone experiencing memory issues can access support and assessments through MPFT.

• The provisions for delivering interventions haven't ceased. We remain committed to helping individuals with memory difficulties.

 

Alternative Support Options:

• For those who received support through the Outreach Programme: You will continue to receive the help you need from MPFT.

• For future support: Access MPFT's Adult Mental Health Services in South Staffordshire through your GP (General Practitioner) or by contacting NHS 111 and selecting option 2.