East London NHS Foundation Trust

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East London NHS Foundation Trust (ELFT) is a National Health Service (NHS) foundation trust that provides mental health and community health services in East London, England. The trust serves a diverse population across several boroughs, including City of London, Hackney, Newham, and Tower Hamlets. ELFT also provides services in Bedfordshire and Luton.

History

The East London NHS Foundation Trust was established in 2000 as the East London and The City Mental Health NHS Trust. It achieved foundation trust status in 2007, becoming the East London NHS Foundation Trust. The trust has since expanded its services to include community health services and has been recognized for its quality of care and innovation.

Services

ELFT provides a wide range of services, including:

• Mental health services: These include inpatient and outpatient services, crisis intervention, and specialized services for conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression.
• Community health services: These services include district nursing, health visiting, and various therapy services.
• Specialist services: ELFT offers specialist services such as forensic mental health services, services for people with learning disabilities, and substance misuse services.

Locations

The trust operates several facilities across its service area, including:

• Mile End Hospital
• Newham Centre for Mental Health
• John Howard Centre
• Wolfson House

Governance

ELFT is governed by a Board of Directors, which includes a Chair, Chief Executive, and several Non-Executive Directors. The trust also has a Council of Governors, which represents the interests of the public, patients, and staff.

Achievements

ELFT has received numerous accolades for its services, including high ratings from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The trust is known for its commitment to quality improvement and has implemented various initiatives to enhance patient care and service delivery.

Research and Innovation

The trust is involved in several research projects and collaborates with academic institutions to advance the field of mental health and community health. ELFT is also a member of the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and participates in clinical trials and other research activities.

See also

• National Health Service
• Mental health in the United Kingdom
• Care Quality Commission
• National Institute for Health Research