Health services in Hounslow are overseen by the Integrated Care Board (ICB) for North West London. This is also known as NHS NW London.
The ICB plans and manages services for all residents, including:
- hospital care
- emergency and urgent care
- mental health and learning disability services
- rehabilitation
- community care
Hounslow Borough Based Partnership (BBP)
The ICB is part of the broader Hounslow Borough Based Partnership.
The Hounslow BBP brings together health, care, and community organisations to support Hounslow residents. It focuses on collaboration and meeting the unique needs of diverse communities, including those with SEND.
In simple terms, the ICB ensures healthcare services run smoothly, while the BBP ensures these services are aligned and co-ordinated with local community needs by fostering partnerships and shared decision-making.
Working together for better care
The ICB collaborates with:
- local NHS services
- Hounslow Council
- community and voluntary organisations
- Healthwatch Hounslow
This co-operative approach helps ensure that children with SEND receive the care and support they need.
Designated Clinical Officer (DCO)
If you have a question or concern about health provision for children or young people with SEND, a Designated Clinical Officer (DCO) can help.
The DCO plays a key role in providing a link between the local authority and health services for children with SEND.
Their responsibilities include:
- facilitating the Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) process and link it with local health care systems
- co-ordinating assessments and processes where health services are involved
- providing a point of contact for local authorities, schools and colleges seeking health advice about children and young people who may have SEND
- overseeing all health professionals delivering healthcare to children and young people with SEND
- ensuring all health services are reflected in the Local Offer and that health providers are co-operating in the review of the Local Offer and clear health journeys for children and young people with SEND
- coordinating EHC assessments with other key health assessments, attending EHC panels to discuss which children go forward for assessments, and providing professionals with the support and information needed for assessments
DCO for Hounslow
The DCO for Hounslow is Rosie Hills:
- email: rosie.hill8@nhs.net
