Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

17/08/2026

We are proud to have Lucy as part of our team!

🦷 Helping people stay well starts early

Lucy is a Special Care Dental Nurse and Oral Health Educator at Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust who helps children build healthy habits through supervised toothbrushing programmes and specialist dental care for those who need extra support.

Her work spans community oral health promotion, Special Care Dentistry and supporting speech and swallowing difficulties. She also manages an out-of-hours Emergency Dental Service, helping ensure people can access urgent care when they need it.

By reaching people early, tackling inequalities and connecting them with the right support, Lucy is helping to prevent avoidable illness and improve health outcomes for local communities.

She says: “It has been incredibly rewarding to see the positive impact this work is having on families and communities, helping to build healthier habits from an early age.”

A great example of prevention in action – and of the people working every day to make a difference.

14/08/2026

Join our Marketplace from 12:30pm and our Annual Members’ Meeting at 2pm on Wed 16 Sep @ The Arundel Suite, Brighton General Hospital – open to everyone.

The Marketplace will include information on careers, training, apprenticeships, health and wellbeing, staff networks, our patient advice and liaison service and more.

Hear from our Executive Directors about the performance of the Trust in 2025-26 including achievements, quality of care provided and finances.

There will also be presentation from the Trust’s Rehabilitation at Home service and to hear some patient stories.

If you would like to attend, please register your interest via email: [email protected]

13/08/2026

Good luck to everyone receiving their A Level and T Level results across Sussex today!

Looking for your next step? Start a rewarding career making a difference in your local community.

Explore opportunities with Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust: https://www.sussexcommunity.nhs.uk/join-us

06/08/2026

As a Trust, we are developing our new organisational strategy, focusing on the future of our services and the needs of our patients, communities and partners. The new three-year strategy will guide how we deliver high quality, accessible and compassionate care.

To get it right, we are listening closely to you, our patients. Tell us what’s working and what could make community based care in Sussex even better.

Every response will contribute to the development of a strategy that reflects the needs, experiences and ambitions of the people who deliver, support and use our services, please take a few minutes to complete our survey and help shape the next three years.

Complete the survey today > https://survey.alchemer.eu/s3/91120828/Sussex-Community-Foundation-Trust-Strategy-2026

01/08/2026

Happy Pride!

If you are heading down to enjoy the festivities in Brighton this weekend, we hope you have a wonderful time!

You never know what could happen when you’re having fun, so be prepared. If you do need medical assistance, we will be there should you need us.

If you are unsure, call NHS 111 for advice on what to do and where to go.

Save A&E for serious, life-threatening emergencies.

31/07/2026

“Their compassion, advocacy and professionalism have made an enormous difference to our lives. Their support means everything to us.”

These heartfelt words from Colin and his family highlight the incredible impact of our community nursing teams.

Community nurses play a vital role in helping people receive safe, compassionate care in the comfort of their own homes and local communities, supporting not only patients but also their loved ones.

Watch the video below to hear from Colin and Community Nurse Becky as they share their experiences and the difference community nursing has made to Colin and his family

27/07/2026

Stories like Gavin's make us so proud.

If you're looking for a nurturing start for your child's learning journey, we have spaces available at SCFT Butterfly Nursery in Hove.

Come and take a look around!

Visit our website (link in comments) to find out more and book a visit.

20/07/2026

While the big kids are heading off for the summer holidays, our little ones are still enjoying days filled with play, laughter and friendship.

At our NHS nurseries, children benefit from a loving, safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive.

Our Butterfly Nursery in Hove currently has spaces available. Visit our website (link in comments) to find out more and book a visit.

SCFT Nurseries

17/07/2026

Join Claire and Anita at the launch of our new monthly Grub Club at Bognor Hospital Community Hub on Tuesday 21 July, 9:30am to 10:30am.

The Grub Club is making surplus food from local growers and supermarkets available to the local community. A suggested donation of £5 will go to support Sussex Community NHS Charity and UKHarvest.

Don't forget to bring your shopping bag!

15/07/2026

Sunburn, heat exhaustion, holiday mishaps...

The NHS is here for you all year round, but summer can bring its own health concerns.

As schools break for the summer holidays, it’s important you know how to prepare for common summer health conditions and how to get the right care in the right place when it’s needed.

Whether you are staying home, heading to the Sussex coastline or further afield, a little planning can help you and your family stay safe, healthy and make the most of the summer.

Visit NHS 111 online to find your nearest services.