Integrated Neighbourhood Model
Newham Council is implementing a neighbourhood health approach, including an Integrated Neighbourhood Model, to tackle health inequalities.
Newham Council is implementing a neighbourhood health approach to tackle health inequalities and improve access to services, particularly for vulnerable communities. This initiative, discussed by the Health and Wellbeing Board in June 2026, brings together partners from the NHS, the London Borough of Newham, and the voluntary, community, faith, and social enterprise sector. It involves establishing Locality Leadership Teams and an emerging model of Integrated Neighbourhood Teams.
The Integrated Neighbourhood Model is a service delivery model that brings together various health and social care services within specific geographical neighbourhoods. It is designed to meet strategic requirements for child development and national ambitions, aiming to provide responsive care and bring services closer to residents' homes.
Key facts
- Newham Council is implementing a neighbourhood health approach to tackle health inequalities. Source
- The initiative was discussed at the Health and Wellbeing Board meeting on 29 June 2026. Source
- The approach involves an emerging model of Integrated Neighbourhood Teams. Source
- It brings together partners from the NHS, London Borough of Newham, and the VCFSE sector. Source
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