NHS Building the Right Support: Transition from Hospital Fund

This fund provides a single grant to support up to twelve adults with a mild learning disability and/or Autism to facilitate their transition from hospital back to the community. The program works with referrals from NHS Cumbria, Northumberland Tyne & Wear NHS Foundation Trust and aims to reduce length of stay, prevent revolving door admissions, and increase engagement with statutory services and community activities. The successful organization will work with the identified cohort to build trusting relationships during the transition period, starting in inpatient settings and continuing through discharge planning and community integration. The fund emphasizes supporting individuals to develop self-management strategies, attend health appointments, and engage in education, employment, and community activities. The grant operates in line with the principles of Building the Right Support and requires specialist organizations capable of covering the full North Cumbria ICB footprint. Partnership applications are welcome, and the selected organization will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to maximize successful discharge planning and reduce isolation.