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In August 2026 South West London and St Goerge’s will open a new ward. The new Maple Ward creates 18 additional adult acute inpatient beds, enabling us to bring patients currently cared for in external beds back into our own NHS services in South West London. Based within the Trinity Building at Springfield University Hospital, the ward will provide short-stay adult inpatient care, with patients receiving intensive support before returning to the community to continue their recovery.

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.

Read a new blog by our Chief Operating Officer, Ashton Ntuli, about the link between extreme heat and mental health, practical ways to stay well, and where to get help if you need it.

Individuals and organisations with a strong track record in community arts and co‑production are now invited to apply to lead a new art programme for Barnes Hospital in Richmond.

Ward 1 is celebrating the unveiling of a vibrant new mural in its courtyard, created by Recovery College trainer Owen Reilly in collaboration with patients and staff.

Hot weather can affect more than our physical health. For some people, especially those living with a mental health condition, periods of extreme heat can also affect mood, sleep, anxiety levels and overall wellbeing.

We're looking for an exceptional Clinical Director to lead our Child and Adolescent Mental Health and All Age Eating Disorders Service.

Every month, we recognise and celebrate a member of staff who has gone above and beyond to make a positive difference for our patients, colleagues and Trust.