Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust

03/08/2026

Patients referred for same-day emergency care are benefiting from significant upgrades at Abingdon community hospital thanks to a £1.1 million refurbishment project funded by NHS England. The hospital’s emergency multidisciplinary (EMU) unit provides rapid assessment and treatment for adults for urgent medical conditions on the same day, avoiding the need for an overnight hospital admission

Patients referred for same-day emergency care are benefiting from significant upgrades at Abingdon community hospital thanks to a £1.1 million refurbishment project funded by NHS England. The hospital’…

01/08/2026

Congratulations to our recent Exceptional People Award winners! They all contribute to providing excellent patient care that changes lives, they show kindness to others, dedication, and always go above and beyond
- Ashurst Ward - May Exceptional People Team Award
- Jacqui Charrett - May Exceptional People Individual Award
- ROSY team - June Exceptional People Team Award
- Max Shaw - June Exceptional People Individual Award
https://oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/awards/epa/winners/

28/07/2026

A major milestone for dementia research has been reached, with the READ-OUT study welcoming its 1,000th participant.

Co-led by Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust's Director of Research and Development, Professor Vanessa Raymont, the study is investigating whether blood-based biomarkers could help NHS memory clinics diagnose the diseases that cause dementia more quickly and accurately.

As the 1,000th participant in the READ-OUT study, Bob Crampton from Bath is helping researchers evaluate whether could transform how is diagnosed in NHS memory clinics.

With more than 3,000 participants planned nationwide, every volunteer is helping generate the evidence needed to bring innovative diagnostic tools closer to routine NHS care.

Read more on this encouraging milestone: https://oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/news/bath-resident-becomes-landmark-1000th-participant-in-dementia-blood-test-study/

22/07/2026

The Oxfordshire Local Area Partnership (LAP) has worked with parents, carers, education, health and social care partners to develop a new draft strategy for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Now we want to hear from you.

The strategy sets out a shared ambition for children and young people with SEND to be:
• Valued and included
• Supported early
• Able to thrive in their communities
• Prepared confidently for adulthood

Your feedback will help shape the final strategy and future SEND services across Oxfordshire.
• Survey takes around 20 minutes
• Consultation closes 3 August 2026

Take part and have your say on Oxfordshire's Draft SEND Strategy 2026–2029.

oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/news/have-your-say-on-the-refreshed-local-area-partnership-strategy-for-send/

13/07/2026

Are you living in Oxfordshire and are diagnosed with , or ?

You could help make much-needed breakthroughs in diagnosis, treatment and understanding of mental health conditions by taking part in GlobalMinds.

It’s the world’s biggest and most detailed mental health study and has launched in partnership with Oxford Health NHS FT now.

Find out more about GlobalMinds and sign up to help power research to change lives: https://globalminds.org/

You’ll receive a voucher of up to £50 as a thank you for taking part

10/07/2026

🤳Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust has launched ChatHealth – a 24/7 service offering immediate access to advice and support for people experiencing a range of mental health challenges.

The service provides a simple and discreet way for people to seek help with issues such as low mood, loneliness, relationship difficulties, panic attacks, anxiety, stress, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts.

How the service works

👉Text 07312 263 127 to start a conversation
👉A confirmation message is sent immediately
👉The team aims to respond within one hour
👉The service operates 24 hours a day, including weekends and bank holidays
👉ChatHealth is entirely text-based, offering an accessible alternative to traditional services and enabling people to reach out in moments of crisis when speaking on the phone or attending in person may feel difficult.

Texts sent will be charged at the senders’ network’s normal rate.

Read more: https://oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/news/new-24-7-text-message-mental-health-support-service-launches-across-oxfordshire-and-buckinghamshire/

10/07/2026

❓ Do you want to build a healthier workplace culture?

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👉 What if the problem isn’t mental health, but the myths around it!

So many workplaces still operate from outdated assumptions about mental health, often without even realising it.

The result?

Good people struggle in silence, managers feel unsure how to help, and businesses miss the opportunity to create genuinely healthy, high-performing teams.

The truth is:

A mentally healthy workplace isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about creating a culture where people feel safe, supported, and able to thrive.
Creating a mentally healthy workplace doesn’t have to be complicated, small changes and the right support can make a lasting difference.

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If you’re a business owner, people manager, or leadership team wanting to build a healthier workplace culture, we’d love to support you. Please reach out to express your interest:

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10/07/2026

⚠️ 10 top tips for staying well in hot weather ☀️

With high temperatures expected to continue across our region, we're encouraging everyone to take a few simple steps to stay safe and well.

Hot weather can affect anyone, but older people, young children, pregnant women and people living with long-term physical or mental health conditions can be particularly vulnerable.

💧 Drink water regularly
🏠 Ways to keep your home cool
🤝 Look out for others

Read our full list of 10 top tips here: 👇

https://oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/news/oxford-health-shares-10-top-tips-for-staying-well-in-hot-weather/

08/07/2026

It’s Alcohol Awareness Week (6–12 July) and this year our 0-19 Years Team are campaigning locally on raising awareness of Cranstoun Here4YOUth, the children and young people’s drug and alcohol service.

About the service

Cranstoun Here4YOUth is a free, confidential drug and alcohol service for children and young people
Supports those aged 8–25 (or up to 18 if affected by someone else’s use)
Also offers support to families and parents
Flexible options to suit the young person – online, by phone or in person
Referrals are quick and simple – any professional can refer, and young people can also self-refer

Find out more here: https://cranstoun.org/help-and-advice/young-people/oxfordshire-here4youth/

06/07/2026

⚠️CANCELLED ⚠️Have a Go Festival Cancelled – Thursday 9 July 2026

Due to the extreme heat forecast and the Amber Heat Warning in place from 8–12 July, we have made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s Have a Go Festival.

The safety and wellbeing of everyone attending is our top priority, and unfortunately, we cannot run the event safely in these conditions.

Please help us spread the word to anyone planning to attend.
💙 Thank you for your understanding — we hope to see you again soon!

Message sent on behalf of Oxford Health NHS and Active Oxfordshire.