Community-centred neighbourhood health model
Richmond Council's Health and Wellbeing Board is strengthening its focus on preventative measures and tackling health inequalities through a place-based partnership.
Richmond Council's Health and Wellbeing Board adopted a renewed focus on preventative measures and tackling health inequalities on 6 October 2026. This decision involved updating its framework and Terms of Reference to strengthen its strategic leadership role.
The revised Terms of Reference clarify the Board's position as Richmond's senior place-based partnership for health and wellbeing, with a strengthened emphasis on prevention and reducing health inequalities. This approach aligns with a community-centred neighbourhood health model, which involves healthcare delivery designed around local communities.
Key facts
- Richmond Council's Health and Wellbeing Board adopted a renewed focus on preventative measures on 6 October 2026. Source
- The Board updated its framework and Terms of Reference to strengthen its strategic leadership role. Source
- The revised Terms of Reference clarify the Board's role as Richmond's senior place-based partnership. Source
- The Board's updated framework emphasizes prevention and reducing health inequalities. Source
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