A new way of supporting Chester-le-Street residents who struggle with their mental wellbeing has been launched at a special roadshow.
Health and social care staff will work together to support those in need as part of the pioneering Community Mental Health Transformation (CMHT) programme.
“This is the culmination of many months of work to develop a new, integrated, system-wide model for adults struggling with their mental wellbeing,” said programme lead Jo Murray.
“It represents a significant shift in service delivery. Multiple agencies will be working together to ensure that those with mental wellbeing difficulties are given the support they need.”
Local launch
Details of the new plans, which are supported by Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV), were unveiled at a launch roadshow in Chester-le-Street on 16 March.
“This model is a first for County Durham and will deliver significant improvements,” said programme manager Joanne Mott.
“We are working together in the community, for the community, to help improve people’s lives.”
Partnership approach
People from the voluntary, community and charity sectors will work alongside TEWV and social care staff to help deliver support and care under the new CMHT model of working.
“This is just the start of our journey towards improving services for local people. We want to make sure that if people need support, we are here to provide it,” said Joanne.
“We are working with people with lived experience, and very much value their input in helping to shape the plan. This is a very exciting time for us all.”
