Home Treatment Team Lewisham - South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Home Treatment Team Lewisham offers vital support for residents of the London Borough of Lewisham, specifically catering to individuals aged 18 to 65 who are navigating severe mental illness. Our core mission is to deliver comprehensive assessment, effective treatment, and compassionate care directly within the familiar and supportive environment of their own homes. This approach serves as a crucial alternative to inpatient hospitalisation, significantly reducing disruption and promoting a sense of stability during challenging times.

For immediate assistance or inquiries regarding the Home Treatment Team Lewisham, you can contact our office directly at 020 3228 0631. Alternatively, please feel free to email us at LewishamCrisisResolutionandHomeTreatmentTeam@slam.nhs.uk.

Our dedicated Home Treatment Team Lewisham is comprised of a diverse and highly skilled group of health and social care professionals. This includes experienced mental health nurses, compassionate social workers, expert psychiatrists, and insightful psychological therapists, all working collaboratively to provide truly holistic care. This multi-disciplinary expertise ensures that every aspect of an individual's mental health needs is thoroughly considered and addressed.

Beyond the immediate scope of our Home Treatment Team Lewisham, we strongly advocate for an integrated approach to care. We foster close partnerships with the individuals we support and their carers, acknowledging their invaluable role in the recovery journey. Additionally, we maintain robust connections with General Practitioners (GPs) across Lewisham, local day care centres, and housing providers, ensuring that all relevant support networks are seamlessly engaged as required. This collaborative framework facilitates smooth transitions between various services and promotes a truly cohesive care experience.

Our unwavering commitment to providing continuous support is reflected in our operating hours. The Home Treatment Team Lewisham operates 24 hours a day, guaranteeing that help is consistently available, particularly during periods of crisis. This ability to respond swiftly and effectively to urgent situations is a cornerstone of our service, helping to de-escalate crises and often preventing the need for more intensive inpatient interventions. We are dedicated to empowering individuals in Lewisham to manage their mental health challenges within their own community, fostering recovery and greater independence.