2 November 2022

CQI training and resources

These training and resource materials aim to provide an understanding of our system CQI approach and provide access to QI tools and training opportunities.  We aim to do this through…

1 November 2022

Frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine

Not sure about COVID-19 vaccination? Have questions? Want to talk to someone? We can help We understand that sometimes, getting the COVID-19 vaccine isn’t a simple yes or no thing……

31 October 2022

Doctors urge women to check their breasts and book their mammograms

As we come to the end of October and Breast Cancer Awareness Month, doctors in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are reminding women of the importance of regularly checking their breasts. With…

25 October 2022

Help shape the services for young people with special educational needs and disabilities in Stoke-on-Trent

People have until the end of the month to provide feedback that that will help shape the services that are provided for children and young people with special educational needs…

21 October 2022

We are seeking a collaborative leader to chair Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent ICB

Following the announcement that Prem Singh, Chair of the NHS Integrated Care Board, will be retiring from the NHS in December 2022, we have been working with NHS England to…

21 October 2022

Guides to Health and Care Services

Download our useful guides to Health and Care Services here: DOCman hierarchical list Renders a hierarchical list of categories for acessing documents Block conflict – This block can only be…

21 October 2022

People aged 50 and over invited for COVID-19 booster and flu jab in Staffordshire and…

Thousands of residents in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent aged 50 and over are now able to book their COVID-19 autumn booster and flu vaccination. NHS COVID-19 and flu vaccination programmes will…

21 October 2022

‘New’ service will help treat asthma suffered by more than one in 11 children in…

The families of children and young people who have asthma are being asked for their views about a ‘new’ nursing service in Stoke-on-Trent. The Asthma Nurse Service used to provide…

18 October 2022

CQI shared learning

Case studies If you have been part of a Quality Improvement project and would like the opportunity to share your learning and outcomes across the Integrated Care System please get…

17 October 2022

Innovative health and care apprenticeship scheme scoops award

An innovative apprenticeship scheme that allows young people to “try before they buy” a career in health or care has won a coveted award. The scheme, developed and run by…

7 October 2022

Virtual Wards

Welcome to the virtual ward service that will be delivered across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.  We have an ambition to make up to 470 virtual ward beds available by December 2023. …

4 October 2022

Pause agreed in programme to find long-term solution for in-patient mental health services for adults…

NHS England and the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board (ICB) have agreed to pause the Assurance Panel planned for September, which would allow the ICB to reflect further on…

4 October 2022

Quality Improvement Network

A network meeting to improve health and care across our Integrated Care Systems. This is an online event via Zoom, to join please email systemCQI@mpft.nhs.uk

4 October 2022

Primary care access campaign

Support your GP Practice with the Primary Care Access campaign Accessing primary care is a conversation we are all part of as we discuss pressures on the system and what…

3 October 2022

Vaccinations for pregnant women

RSV Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a major cause of respiratory illness, particularly dangerous for infants and the elderly. The virus can lead to pneumonia and infant bronchiolitis, requiring hospitalisation…

23 September 2022

Alignment gives level playing field across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board (ICB) has agreed to harmonise the eligibility criteria for a number of treatments to ensure they are the same across the area, while following…

23 September 2022

Recruitment drive kicks off launch of Virtual Wards projects in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

Recruitment is underway to staff “virtual wards” that will be able to care for hundreds of patients throughout Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. The Virtual Wards project aims to give hospital-equivalent care…

16 September 2022

Get the right health care this Bank Holiday

Some health services will be closed or operating at different hours on Monday to allow staff to pay their respects to Her Majesty The Queen during her funeral. GP practices…

13 September 2022

Contact Us

Contact information – to follow About the consultation and how to get involved Read more Useful documents and case studies Read more Frequently asked questions Read more Previous involvement activity…

13 September 2022

Previous Involvement Activities Documents

We have been having discussions with service users and their families, carers, professionals and members of the public since 2019 as we work to find the long-term solution for inpatient…

13 September 2022

FAQs

FAQs are being reviewed and will be sent over. Example question Example answer Example question Example answer Example question Example answer Example question Example answer Example question Example answer About…

13 September 2022

Useful Documents and Case Studies

We have developed a business case which details the two proposals which emerged from our involvement activity in 2019. You can read the business case and the reasons why the…

13 September 2022

About the consultation and how to get involved

You can take part in this consultation until time on dd month year. This consultation is about the future of inpatient mental health services (when people need to stay in…

13 September 2022

Consultation: Inpatient Mental Health Services (South East Staffordshire)

You can take part in this consultation until time on dd month year. Since 2019 we have been working with local patients, staff, interested groups and partners to find a…

12 September 2022

Flash glucose monitoring (FGM) and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM)

The Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent ICB has a process for prioritising the use of the resources available to commission healthcare across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. Flash glucose monitoring (FGM) and continuous glucose…

9 September 2022

Queen Elizabeth II statement

Queen Elizabeth II statement We are deeply saddened by the news that Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II has passed away.  On behalf of colleagues at the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent NHS Integrated…

6 September 2022

One Health and Care workshop

We’re hosting an online workshop on the integrated shared care record, known as One Health and Care (OHC). Anyone who is involved in providing direct care is invited to attend…

26 August 2022

Autism Services for Children and Young People

Autism Services for Children and Young People Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT) is commissioned by Cannock Chase, East Staffordshire, South East Staffordshire and Seisdon Peninsula and Stafford and…

19 August 2022

Progress made on mental health services formerly provided by the George Bryan Centre

Health and care leaders today (Thursday 18 Aug) determined to move to the next stage in the process for in-patient mental health services previously provided at the George Bryan Centre…

9 August 2022

Holiday heatwave means everyone should take care in the sun

With temperatures predicted to remain very high for the remainder of this week people are being asked to remember to stay safe in the sun.  No-one is immune to being…

8 August 2022

ICS shortlisted for health service national award

The Staffordshire and Stoke-in-Trent Integrated Care System (ICS) has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award. The ICS is made up of the NHS Integrated Care Board (ICB) and the…

22 July 2022

Practices in Staffordshire

Practice NameAddressPost CodePCNPhoneWebsiteDove River PracticeGibb LaneSudburyDerbyshireDE6 5HYEast Staffordshire01283 812455https://www.doveriverpractice.nhs.uk/Horsefair PracticeSpringfields Health & Wellbeing CentreLovett CourtRugeleyWS15 2FHRugeley & Great Haywood01889 582244https://www.horsefairpractice.nhs.uk/Mayfield Surgery54 Trentham RoadLongtonStoke on TrentST3 4DWSouth Stoke Central01782 315654https://www.mayfieldsurgery.nhs.uk/Heathcote Street…

15 July 2022

Chair of Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent ICB announces retirement

Prem Singh, Chair of the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent NHS Integrated Care Board (ICB) has announced his retirement, after 47 years’ service within the NHS and social care. Prem Singh, Chair…

14 July 2022

With temperatures soaring we need to keep cool and stay safe

With temperatures soaring we need to keep cool and stay safe The Met Office has issued an Amber Extreme heat warning from Sunday until Tuesday and everyone across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent is…

14 July 2022

Frequently Asked Questions: Personal Health Record

What is the My Health and Care app? The My Health and Care App, sometimes known as the Personal Health Record is a mobile app that you can download on…

14 July 2022

My Health and Care App Privacy Notice

Data available to you Personal details and demographics- This means information about you, like your age, where you live, and what kinds of things you like. Appointments and Appointment Letters…

14 July 2022

My Health and Care app

The My Health and Care App, sometimes known as the Personal Health Record, is a mobile app that you can download on your phone or tablet. It’s part of the…

14 July 2022

One Health and Care Privacy Notice

Data Transfer Information Please note: Information that has been held previously by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent CCG was transferred to NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board (ICB) on 1…

11 July 2022

Help elderly people in your life stay safe in the heat

Help elderly people in your life stay safe in the heat With hot weather expected throughout the week and into next weekend across the UK people are being asked to…

6 July 2022

Health passport for people with learning disabilities in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent up for national award

Health passport for people with learning disabilities in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent up for national award A project which supports people with learning disabilities and autism in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent to…

4 July 2022

COVID-19 vaccination programme passes 2.5 million doses in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

COVID-19 vaccination programme passes 2.5 million doses in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent The COVID-19 vaccination effort has reached another milestone this week with 2.5 million jabs now having been given. COVID…

1 July 2022

Dynamic Support Register

Dynamic Support Register The Dynamic support register (DSR) brings together the services who help children, young people, and adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. The goal is to make sure…

1 July 2022

Learning disability and autism partnership

The Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent system successfully transitioned from concentrating solely on the Transforming Care Programme to one of a wider ‘strategic learning disability and autism partnership (LDAP) on 1 April…

1 July 2022

Section 117

Section 117 Section 117 (S117) requires local authorities and the NHS to jointly provide or arrange for the provision of mental health aftercare services to people detained in hospital for…

1 July 2022

Learning disability, Autism and Down’s syndrome

As an Integrated Care System (ICS), we are committed to making sure that everyone living in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent has equal opportunities to fulfil their potential and to live their…

30 June 2022

Book your place at our roadshows  

People are being given the chance to attend a series of health and care events that will help explain some important changes and tell them how they can get involved…

30 June 2022

Recruitment Open Day

Join our amazing health and care sector in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.  You don’t need previous experience, just have the right values and behaviours, entry level roles available across the health…

30 June 2022

Beginning of a new era as Integrated Care Board takes over from CCGs

Friday marks the beginning of a new era for health and care services across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. At midnight on Thursday, the six NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) that have…

30 June 2022

Local primary care

Primary care services provide the first point of contact in the healthcare system, acting as the ‘front door’ of the NHS. Primary care includes general practice, community pharmacy, dental, and…

30 June 2022

One Health and Care

Ever wondered why, when you visit your GP or a hospital, you find yourself having to answer the same old questions over and over – questions like what medicines you…

30 June 2022

Your health and care

We want to help you know where to go for help and advice. Health and social care is the treatment of ill health and medical conditions in hospitals, health centres…

30 June 2022

Integrated Care Partnership

Integrated care partnerships (ICPs) are alliances of NHS providers that work together to deliver care by agreeing to collaborate rather than compete. These providers include hospitals, community services, mental health…

30 June 2022

Safeguarding

The ICB’s Safeguarding Responsibilities The ICB has a statutory duty to fulfil relating to the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults who have care and support needs…

30 June 2022

Contact us

For information or advice on our services, please contact us. Phone: 0300 123 1461 Email: enquiries@staffsstoke.icb.nhs.uk For queries relating to the website, campaigns or consultations currently taking place, please email:ssotics.comms@nhs.net For media…

30 June 2022

About us

The Integrated Care System (ICS) represents NHS, council, voluntary and community organisations, who are working in partnership to make ‘Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent the healthiest places to live and work’. The…

30 June 2022

News and Events

30 June 2022

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked QuestionsNHS England Safeguarding Mobile App The NHS Safeguarding app has been developed to act as a comprehensive resource for healthcare professionals, carers and citizens. It provides 24-hour, mobile…

30 June 2022

Shared Health and Care Record FAQs

Detailed below are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) relating to the Shared Health and Care Record. What is One Health and Care? One Health and Care is a shared cared…

30 June 2022

Modern slavery statement

30 June 2022

Join our Mailing List

To sign up for Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System updates, please subscribe to the ICS quarterly newsletter. Previous newsletters Spring 2025 ICS bulletin Winter 2024/25 ICS bulletin Autumn 2024…

30 June 2022

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30 June 2022

Medicines management

Good medicines management means that patients receive effective and safer care. It focuses on the prescribing of medicines ensuring patients get the best use from them. Prescribing formulary choices within…

30 June 2022

Continuing healthcare

Some people with long-term complex health needs qualify for free social care arranged and funded solely by the NHS. This is known as NHS continuing healthcare. Am I eligible for…

30 June 2022

Governance

The NHS, local government and other local partners should agree the planned governance model for place including: Membership place-level decision-making arrangements, including any joint arrangements for statutory decision-making functions between…

30 June 2022

Medical disclaimer

(1) No advice: This website contains general information about medical conditions and treatments. The information is not advice, and should not be treated as such. (2) No warranties: The medical…

30 June 2022

Community equipment service

Medequip Assistive Technology is the provider of the community equipment service on behalf of Staffordshire County Council, Stoke-on-Trent City Council and the NHS in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.  Following an assessment,…

30 June 2022

Safeguarding policies and procedures

Title Date Adult Safeguarding Policy V6 (docx, 78 KB) (834 downloads) 23 Jun 2022 Domestic Abuse Policy V5 (docx, 83 KB) (274 downloads) 23 Jun 2022 Managing Safeguarding Allegations V4…

30 June 2022

Safeguarding publications and guidance information

Title Date Adult Safeguarding Roles Competencies Aug 18 (pdf, 451 KB) (280 downloads) 23 Jun 2022 Looked after Children: Roles and Competencies of Healthcare Staff (pdf, 794 KB) (384 downloads)…

30 June 2022

Primary care access

Know your GP surgery Know how we're working Know why we ask Know who can help Know your words, know your actions Know your NHS App Case Studies Primary care…

30 June 2022

VCSE

The ICB recognises the valuable role that the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector plays in supporting the health and wellbeing of the population and in championing the public…

30 June 2022

Provider collaboratives

Provider collaboratives are partnership arrangements involving at least two NHS trusts working at scale both within and outside of our Integrated Care System, with a shared purpose and effective decision-making…

30 June 2022

Our vision, purpose and leadership charter

Our vision Working with you to make Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent the healthiest places to live and work. Our purpose giving children the best start in life so they can start…

30 June 2022

Your local hospitals and trusts

If your doctor decides to refer you to a hospital for an outpatient appointment, in most cases you can choose to go anywhere in England and you can also choose…

30 June 2022

Freedom of Information

30 June 2022

A to Z of local health and care

30 June 2022

General practice

Anyone in England can register with a GP surgery. It’s free to register and you do not need proof of address or immigration status, ID or an NHS number. Here…

30 June 2022

Primary Care Networks

Since the NHS was created in 1948, the population has grown and people are living longer. Many people are living with long-term conditions such as diabetes and heart disease or…

30 June 2022

FAQS

What is One Health and Care? One Health and Care is a shared cared record where different health organisations write important information about your health. It's completely private and safe,…

30 June 2022

Continuing Healthcare

NHS Continuing Healthcare (often referred to as NHS CHC or just CHC) is a package of ongoing care that is arranged and funded solely by the NHS specifically for individuals…

30 June 2022

Self-care

When you’re feeling ill with a minor illness like a cold or sore throat, or have picked up a minor injury, do you know how to treat the symptoms at…

30 June 2022

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