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In our Trust, we recognise the significant impact that ADHD and other neurodevelopmental conditions can have on people's lives. We also know that many families face daily challenges while seeking support, information and understanding.

Videos explaining mental health crisis support are now available in commonly spoken languages in south west London, making it easier to access the care you need.

New video and resources from the South West London Mental Health and Health Inequalities Conference 2026 are now available, helping to share the learning, discussions and priorities identified by more than 200 attendees.

We are delighted to announce the official opening of Maple Ward at Springfield University Hospital, creating 18 additional adult acute inpatient beds and boosting access to mental health care closer to home for people across South West London.

In this blog, Dr Katerina Miloseska-Reid, Consultant Psychiatrist for Maple Ward, reflects on the opening of the ward in August 2026 and what it means for patient care.

Nearly 200 colleagues have now completed Active Bystander training, helping to strengthen our collective confidence to challenge behaviour that isn't in line with our values.

We are delighted to have been shortlisted for the NHS Race Equality Award at the HSJ Awards 2026, recognising our work to build a more culturally capable workforce and improve care for people from racially minoritised communities.

Some people who use our community mental health services will soon receive the NHS Community Mental Health Survey through the post.

Last year, Occupational Therapist Susie Wallage took on the challenge of Swim Serpentine 2025, raising over £700 for our Trust charity. She has now been able to put these funds to good use, by delivering a staff wellbeing workshop for teams based at Jubilee Health Centre, with Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist Rachel Silva.

Our refreshed Trust strategy was approved by the Trust Board in May 2026 and will be published in September, ahead of its formal launch at our Annual Public Meeting.

Our Bluebell Ward team has been shortlisted for the Mental Health Safety Improvement Award at the HSJ Patient Safety Awards, recognising their outstanding work to improve patient safety and experience.

People experiencing a mental health crisis in Emergency Departments in South West London will receive faster, more appropriate care thanks to £1.9m investment into Mental Health Emergency Departments.

Two colleagues whose work has transformed opportunities for staff and improved support for diverse communities have been shortlisted for the National B.A.M.E Health & Care Awards 2026.

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Choices College, who join our Trust this week. 

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Adult Community Mental Health Services across South West London.

Do you live or work near Springfield Village? You are invited to take part in an exciting research project exploring how the area is experienced by those who know it best.

On 1 October 2026, our current 24/7 Mental Health Crisis Line number (0800 028 8000) will transition to NHS 111.

You'll still reach local crisis support teams – the difference is that NHS 111 provides a single, simple and nationally recognised number, making it easier and quicker to access urgent mental health support. Anyone, of any age, experiencing a mental health crisis, or worried about a friend, family member or someone they support, should call NHS 111 and select the mental health option after this date.

Nearly 100 people from across Richmond came together at Barnes Hospital this week to celebrate a year of progress on the site’s multimillion pound redevelopment.

Our Annual Public Meeting provides an opportunity to reflect on our Annual Report and our achievements and challenges from the past 12 months. It will include presentations and question and answer sessions with our Board, who will be on hand to answer your questions.