SUPPORTING THE COVID 19 RESPONSE PHASE

Mental Health Transformation Programme Covid-19 Bulletins

Greater Manchester mental health priorities supporting the COVID 19 response phase – summary

GM Mental Health providers moved swiftly to help protect core services and use risk stratification to ensure those in greatest need receive ongoing support
Establishing 24/7 telephone access and exploring other urgent care alternatives (with a number of facilities in the process of being mobilised across our localities) to strengthen crisis support and avoid placing pressure on A&E services
Rapidly accelerated the provision of digital services
Expanding the range of online support for people of all ages
Expanding bereavement support services
Strengthening support for staff, particularly those supporting critical care.

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