East London NHS Foundation Trust and partners in the borough have successfully applied to join the Making Every Adult Matter (MEAM) Approach Network, which aims to make a difference in the lives of adults facing physical and mental health barriers.
The Tower Hamlets Crisis Pathway Service Manager at ELFT, Melanie King, recently represented the borough and mental health as part of an interview to join the Network. Melanie was joined by representatives from the local authority, a GP and the Homeless Persons and Rough Sleeper’s Commissioner in Tower Hamlets. Following this, Tower Hamlets has been successful in joining the programme.
MEAM is a national lottery-funded joint-partnership programme that comprises of 50 areas across England to improve services and systems for people experiencing disadvantages. It uses insights and experiences of local communities to influences policies at a national and local level.
Many people facing challenges such as homelessness, substance misuse and mental health issues often find it hard to get the help they need. These problems can create gaps in services, making it difficult for them to improve their lives.
The 10 areas joining the Network are:
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Cumberland
- Kent
- Gloucestershire
- Leeds
- Lincolnshire
- North Yorkshire
- The London Borough of Tower Hamlets
- The London Borough of Islington
- Worcester City
These areas will receive dedicated support from the Network’s Partnership Development Manager, along with access to events, training sessions, and learning opportunities. They will also be invited to join the MEAM Approach online community, a platform for sharing stories, connecting with others, and working together to tackle local challenges.
If you have any questions about the MEAM Approach Network, you can contact MEAM at by emailing info@meam.org.uk.