Continuing NHS healthcare and NHS-funded nursing care is provided over an extended period of time to meet physical or mental health needs that have arisen as a result of disability, an accident or illness. The care can be provided in a variety of settings including a hospital, nursing home, hospice or the patient’s own home.

The Department of Health's website gives more information on the national framework which is the framework that NHS North East Essex follows.  Click on the booklet on the right for information specially written for the public.

For more information, contact our Team Administrator on 01206 286758.

NHS continuing healthcare and NHS-funded nursing care - public information booklet