Invitation to bid for SHIP

Invitation to bid for SHIP (Strategic Health Improvement Partnership) uncommitted resources

There has been an underspend from the Strategic Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP), which has been allocated to 4 areas to provide a one off funding.These areas are

1. Reducing infant mortality
2. Reducing alcohol abuse
3. Improving sexual health and reducing teenage conceptions
4. Improving mental health

There is £30,500 to be spent on Mental Health projects. It is noted that the funding is for one year only. The money can be spent on either a single project /scheme or a number which meet the priorities set out in the mental health section of the Sustainable Communities Strategy. These are:

1. There will be improved partnership working to promote good mental health and well being (for example through measures to reduce social isolation and address drugs and alcohol use)

2. There will be improved access to emotional health and support for all and in particular for young men and other vulnerable groups.

3. There will be improved access to support to enable people with mental health problems to get involved in or stay in education, employment, and social and cultural activities.

Submissions need to be made by 9am on Thursday 30^th August. We are hoping that schemes will be informed of the decision by the end of September.

if you have any queries or need any assistance with the process please don’t hesitate to contact me on 01274 237681

or email wil.lilburn-quick@bradford.nhs.uk

Yours sincerely

Wil Lilburn-Quick

Planning Manager – Adult Mental Health