Kent and Medway NHS trust halves number of patients waiting over 38 weeks for mental health support
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Kent and Medway NHS trust halves number of patients waiting over 38 weeks for mental health support

30 Aug 2026 · Originally published 30 Aug 2026 9/10 Original headline: Kent and Medway NHS trust cuts longest waits for mental health support
The Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust has reduced the number of people waiting more than 38 weeks for community support from 305 to 161 since January. By streamlining care pathways and increasing oversight, the trust is working to provide faster access to services for those who need them most.
Source: r/GoodNewsUK Kent
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