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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust

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We are the leading provider of mental health services across south west London. Our mission is #MakingLifeBetterTogether. Get help in an emergency ➡️ swlstg.nhs.uk/urgent-help

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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
We’re thrilled to be a finalist in tonight’s @hsj.co.uk Awards! Our redevelopment of Springfield Hospital and the creation of Springfield Village is one of ten projects nominated for Mental Health Innovation of the Year. A huge thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey! 💙
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
We’re delighted to share two of our colleagues and teams have been shortlisted for this year’s Capital CSW Awards. Blessing Ayilaran is a finalist for Healthcare Assistant of the Year, and Bluebell Ward is shortlisted for Team of the Year. Find out more: swlstg.nhs.uk/latest-news/...
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Did you know we have a dedicated Medicines Helpline? ☎️ Our patients and carers with queries or questions about medicines can call 020 3513 6829 to talk to a specialist mental health pharmacist. The helpline is open Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.
Got questions about your medicines? Call our Medicines Helpline on 020 3513 6829 to talk to a pharmacist.
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
Each year we celebrate the exceptional contributions of our staff at our Quality Awards! If you know someone who puts patients and carers at the heart of everything they do, you can now nominate them for our People's Choice Award! Nominate here: swlstg.nhs.uk/.../nominati...
Staff at our Quality Awards
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
Writing a new story for mental health 🖋️ Ahead of #WorldMentalHealthDay our Chief Executive, Vanessa Ford, shares how the new NHS 10 Year Plan offers an important opportunity for change. Read more: ➡️ swlstg.nhs.uk/latest-news/...
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Back in March, we broke ground on the redevelopment of Tolworth Hospital. As part of this, we asked you to help us choose a name for the new building. Nearly 50 fantastic ideas were submitted and we now have a shortlist of three. Cast your vote before Friday: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Help us name the new Tolworth Hospital building! Which will it be - Tala, Serenity or Unity! Cast your vote today!
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
The thoughts of everyone at our Trust are with those affected by the Manchester synagogue attack. Following an upsetting event like this, it is common for people to experience a range of feelings. Find links to support for both adults and children on our website: swlstg.nhs.uk/latest-news/...
You're not alone. Find mental health support for you or someone you care about at www.swlstg.nhs.uk/mh-support
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
This Black History Month, we're celebrating the incredible contributions of our Black colleagues - past and present - whose dedication, resilience and compassion have shaped the NHS we know today. Thank you for your commitment to caring for our communities 💙
Black History Month
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
Have your say in the NHS Community Mental Health Survey 📣 If you used community mental health services in April or May, you may receive an invitation to take part in the NHS Community Mental Health Survey. The survey is completely confidential and open until 28 November. Your feedback matters.
NHS Community Mental Health Survey. Your feedback matters. You said: Care plans should be more relevant. We did: New co-designed care plans. You said: We need fast reliable support in a crisis. We did: improved response times to our crisis line. You said: Families and carers should be more involved. We did: New family and carer network in every borough. You said: Treat us with respect, dignity and compassion. You said: Invested in training and increased our workforce. You said: We need more support while we're waiting. We did: Dedicated resource and proactive check-ins. Your feedback shapes better care. If you receive the 2025 NHS Community Mental Health Survey by post, please take a moment to complete it.
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Congratulations to Grace and Donna, who completed the Vitality 10K this weekend! Their mission was to to enhance the experience of both staff and patients in Ward 2, by raising money for our Trust Charity. So far, they have raised £600 - double their initial target 🏅 #TeamSWLSTG
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
For #WorldPharmacistDay we're celebrating the vital role our pharmacy team plays in supporting patients through innovative and compassionate care. Read how our medicines helpline and MindMeds App are helping patients, carers and staff feel more supported: swlstg.nhs.uk/latest-news/...
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Congratulations to our incredible team of swimmers who took on the iconic Swim Serpentine challenge on Saturday. 🏊🏽 So far, Evelyn, Bronwen, Claire, Daryl and Susie have raised over £2,800 for South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust Charity! 💙 #TeamSWLSTG
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
We’re proud to share that Ruth Odukale, Band 2–4 Workforce Lead in the Nursing Development Team, has been shortlisted for the Practice Educator of the Year Award at the 2025 @nursingtimes.bsky.social Workforce Awards 👏👏👏 Please join us in congratulating Ruth on this well-deserved recognition.
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
Nominations are now open for our Annual Staff Quality Awards! If someone has made a real difference to you or a loved one, we’d love to hear from you. Please take a moment to nominate them. Nominations close: 8 December Nominate here: lnkd.in/eUwcvCKj Read more: lnkd.in/e2zRc792
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to keeping our patients safe. Every member of our staff plays a vital role in creating a culture where safety comes first. And we couldn’t do it without the voices of patients, families and carers, who help us to learn and improve every day. #WPSD
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
We’re thrilled to be launching a new research trial at Springfield Hospital, exploring how virtual reality could support the wellbeing of patients on our wards! Find out more: swlstg.nhs.uk/latest-news/...
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
Thank you to everyone who joined us at our Annual Public Meeting 2025! This year’s meeting gave us the chance to reflect on the past 12 months and to look ahead at how we continue to improve services for our communities. Couldn't make it? Watch the recording and more: swlstg.nhs.uk/latest-news/...
South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust Chair, Ann Beasley, talking to a conference room.
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
Grief and loss affects us all differently and you might experience many different emotions, like shock, tiredness, or guilt. There is no right or wrong way to feel - we all react in our own way. If you're struggling after a bereavement, find trusted advice and support: swlstg.nhs.uk/bereavement
Grief is a natural reaction to loss. 
There is no right or wrong way to feel. 
Find support following a bereavement at www.swlstg.nhs.uk/bereavement
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
Urgent mental health support is available for anyone affected by yesterday's incident in Battersea. This includes our 24/7 Mental Health Crisis Line, Wandsworth Talking Therapies or the Wandsworth Recovery Café - find out more: swlstg.nhs.uk/latest-news/...
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
☀️ With warmer weather this week, it’s important to know how to protect yourself in the heat. Follow advice on staying safe and find out where to get medical help or advice if you need it: 👉 orlo.uk/e8LNr
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
Do you or someone you care for use local Crisis Cafés? Or perhaps would consider using them? We want to hear from you. Help us design support for you and your loved ones by completing our short anonymous survey by 31 August. Share your feedback: ➡️ forms.office.com/e/CtZhV88XWS
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
We’re at the Tolworth Summer Celebration today, joined by staff, patients and our local community for a day of music, activities and connection. A wonderful way to come together and support wellbeing! 💛☀️
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
📢 Join us for our Annual Public Meeting on 10 Sept 2025 at Springfield Hospital, Tooting! 🕠 Refreshments from 4:30pm, meeting starts 5:30pm 💬 Hear from our team, ask questions & get our Annual Report ℹ️ Info: swlstg.nhs.uk/latest-news/... We’d love to see you there.
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NHS Confederation (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsconfed.org · 18/07/2025
🌏 Happy #SouthAsianHeritageMonth! It's a time to celebrate #RootsToRoutes and the rich heritage that shapes our NHS, where 5.3 per cent of the workforce is of South Asian descent. 👉 Access resources to help you support your diverse workforce and join our networks. bit.ly/3Iz6GUU
Supporting South Asian Heritage Month
18 July to 17 August 2025
Exploring the rich journey of growth and the evolving connects made through generations
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
We're proud to share our refreshed Green Plan 🌿 Over the next 3 years, we’ll cut emissions, embed sustainability in care, boost wellbeing & build climate resilience. 📄 Read more: swlstg.nhs.uk/download/tru... 💚 #NetZeroNHS
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
During the doctors’ strike, mental health services are still here for you. If you’re in crisis,📲 Call 0800 028 8000 to get help and advice quickly. You can also dial 111 and choose the mental health option You're not alone.💙 For more support options, visit: swlstg.nhs.uk/urgent-help
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SWLStG Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) @swlstg-edi.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
Happy #SouthAsianHeritageMonth - This year's theme is #RootsToRoutes We're looking forward for our Trust wide events this coming month at @swlstg.bsky.social
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
🎥 Our new short film shows how Acute & Urgent Care teams are working with Sound Minds to support recovery after discharge. Through music, film & art, patients from Lavender Ward are finding purpose, routine & community. 💙 Watch the full video here: youtu.be/5Hi2PfHOFnM
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Sound Minds X Lavender APJ Video
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
📢 New outpatient facilities coming to Richmond! CAMHS is moving to the newly refurbished Richmond Royal Wellbeing Centre next month. A £2m upgrade will offer a brighter, more welcoming space for young people & families. More info 👉 swlstg.nhs.uk/latest-news/...
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
Big changes at Tolworth Hospital! Work is underway on the £110m redevelopment, including a new five-ward facility to improve patient care across South West London. 🏗️ 📩 Catch the latest in this month’s Tolworth Messenger: my.newzapp.co.uk/t/share/2748...
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 12/07/2025
With temperatures on the rise, follow the advice for staying safe in warmer weather and where to go for medical help or advice if you need it: orlo.uk/e8LNr #HotWeather #BeatTheHeat #WeatherAware
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
Daryl, Consultant Nurse in our Physical Health team, is diving into this year’s #SwimSerpentine 🏊 to support our Trust charity, every stroke helps mental health and wellbeing! 💙 Support Daryl and our Trust charity by making a donation: ➡️ 2025swimserpentine.enthuse.com/pf/daryl-des...
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Tooting Newsie @tootingnewsie.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
The new 32-acre Springfield Park in #Tooting was officially opened today by The Mayor of London, Sir Sadiq Khan. Full story via @swlstg.bsky.social: swlstg.nhs.uk/latest-news/...
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
🌞 Our summer celebration is well underway, with patients, staff, and the local community coming together to enjoy live music, activities for all ages, and food from around the world!
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
The festivities continue as we’re joined by staff, patients, and the community here in Chapel Square, Springfield Village, for our Springfield Summer Celebration 🎉
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Together with NHS staff and patients a commemorative plaque was unveiled and the new park’s 700th tree was planted! 💙
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Finally, a huge thank you to the Mayor of London @london.gov.uk and pupils from Fircroft Primary school for bringing our ceremony to a conclusion and officially opening the new Springfield Park! 🤍🌳
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Anne Beasley, Trust Chair, shared her heartfelt thanks and reflections on this milestone, a celebration of community, and the positive future Springfield Park brings for patients, staff, and neighbours alike. 💙
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Dr Rosena Allin-Khan MP and Wandsworth Council Leader Simon Hogg also joined the ceremony to share their thanks and celebrate all that the new park means for Wandsworth, local residents and our local NHS. 👏
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Next, we heard reflections from our Chief Executive, Vanessa Ford, who shared what this moment means for our Trust and the wider community: 💬 “This is about more than a park, it’s about breaking stigma, opening up our spaces, and creating a future where mental health is supported out in the open.”
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Kicking off the opening ceremony, Ian Garlington, Director of our Better Communities Programme, shared more about our Trust’s journey transform our environments for our patients, staff and our community. 🏗️
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
We’re here at Springfield Park in the heart of the NHS’s Springfield Village, ready to open 32 acres of new green space for our patients, staff, and local community. 🌿  A space to support mental wellbeing, connection, and the largest new park opened in London in over a decade. 💚
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
Our Trust proudly marched at #Pride in London this weekend for the fourth year running! 🌈 Thanks to everyone who joined us, standing together in solidarity, celebration, and support of our LGBTQIA+ communities. 💛
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
We’re proud to present Deaf Mosaic, a powerful photography exhibition by Stephen Iliffe showcasing 25 Deaf individuals thriving in all areas of life! 📷 Now showing at the Trinity Building, Springfield Hospital 📆 Join us on 10 July 2025 Find out more: ➡️ swlstg.nhs.uk/latest-news/...
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
Three big shifts will change how the NHS works, enabling it to deliver better care for all patients, no matter where they live. 📃 - From hospital to community. - From analogue to digital. - From sickness to prevention. Read more ➡️ www.gov.uk/government/p...
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 03/07/2025
We're proud to share that Dr Cathy Green was invited to the House of Commons to mark the launch of Reading Well for Families!📚 Her book 'Breaking Free From Maternal Anxiety' is part of this expert-curated collection supporting parents’ mental health. 💙
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
This is more than a building – it’s a symbol of recovery, inclusion and community.” – Ann Beasley, Trust Chair 💬 Thank you to all who’ve helped shape this journey at Barnes. Together, we’re creating spaces that support mental health and wellbeing for generations. 💙
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
Thank you to Kathy Sheldon, Chair, and Sir Trevor McDonald, Patron of Friends of Barnes, for their inspiring words and support. 👏💛
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
A big thank you to Jonty Clarke, CEO of Beckmead Trust who are part of creating a new special educational needs school at Barnes. The new ‘London Rivery Academy’ is a key part of opening of the site to the community 🙌
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South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust @swlstg.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
Emma Winer, from our Patient Involvement Network, reflected on the power welcoming environments  to break mental health stigma and provide supportive spaces for community care 💙
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