For clinicians
Doctor: Dr Saheem Gul
Ward manager: Afolashade Okunowo
Tel: 0300 555 1201 ext. 7745 or 7747
Email: afoloshade.okunowu@nelft.nhs.uk
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Referrals
Referrals are managed by relevant home treatment team. No direct referrals.
Criteria: Aged 65 and over. People who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis whose presentation is complex requiring a period of inpatient treatment.
Exclusions: Primary diagnosis of drug or alcohol abuse. Primary diagnosis of neurological disorder or brain injury. Main need is for social respite care. Suffering from an acute infectious disease.
Test results required at referral: Needs to be medically stable.