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.
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
This approach enables patients to stay in familiar surroundings while healthcare professionals monitor their condition until recovery.
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).
Contact the service
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Phone
03000 218 996
Open every day, 8am to 6pm. -
Online
You can use our online system, SystmConnect, to get in touch with us and manage many of your requests online. Learn more about SystmConnect.
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Page last reviewed: May 12, 2026
Next review due: May 12, 2027
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