Virtual ward
Located in Rotherham and Doncaster.
The virtual ward offers swift evaluation and comprehensive care to patients whose needs can be effectively managed within the comfort of their homes.
This approach enables patients to stay in familiar surroundings while healthcare professionals monitor their condition until recovery.
How we can help
Our skilled healthcare team delivers daily clinical support, offering various forms of assistance:
- specialised assistance from community mental health nurses for diagnosis, treatment, and support
- general nurses addressing physical health needs
- physiotherapists and occupational therapists promoting overall well-being, exercise, daily living activities, posture improvement, and mobility
- referral options to the enhanced care home team (ECHT) for additional support in case of falls
- senior assistants available for blood tests and ECGs, if necessary
Non-urgent advice: How to get help
Referrals to the Urgent Community Response team can be initiated either by individuals themselves or on their behalf through the single point of access (SPA).
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Page last reviewed: July 29, 2025
Next review due: July 29, 2026
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