Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
The Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is a NHS foundation trust providing mental health, learning disability, and substance misuse services in the North East of England. The trust serves a population of approximately 2 million people across County Durham, the Tees Valley, North Yorkshire, and York.
History[edit | edit source]
The trust was established in 2006, following the merger of the County Durham and Darlington Priority Services NHS Trust and the Tees and North East Yorkshire NHS Trust. It became a foundation trust in 2008, allowing it greater financial and operational independence.
Services[edit | edit source]
The trust provides a wide range of services, including inpatient and community mental health services, learning disability services, and substance misuse services. It operates several hospitals and community facilities across its service area.
Mental Health Services[edit | edit source]
The trust offers comprehensive mental health services for adults, children, and older people. These services include crisis intervention, inpatient care, community mental health teams, and specialist services for conditions such as eating disorders and psychosis.
Learning Disability Services[edit | edit source]
Specialist services for individuals with learning disabilities are provided, focusing on improving quality of life and promoting independence. These services include assessment and treatment, community support, and residential care.
Substance Misuse Services[edit | edit source]
The trust provides support for individuals dealing with substance misuse issues, offering detoxification, rehabilitation, and harm reduction services.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
The trust operates several key facilities, including:
- Lanchester Road Hospital: Located in Durham, this facility provides a range of mental health services, including inpatient care and community support.
- West Park Hospital: Situated in Darlington, this hospital offers mental health services for adults and older people, including acute inpatient care and rehabilitation.
- Foss Park Hospital: Located in York, this is one of the newer facilities, providing modern mental health services for the local community.
Governance[edit | edit source]
As a foundation trust, Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is governed by a board of directors and a council of governors. The board is responsible for the strategic direction and operational management of the trust, while the council of governors represents the interests of the public, staff, and stakeholders.
Research and Innovation[edit | edit source]
The trust is involved in various research initiatives aimed at improving mental health care and outcomes. It collaborates with academic institutions and other healthcare providers to advance knowledge and practice in mental health and learning disability services.
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