Sussex NHS Trust launches new film celebrating community healthcare across the county

Premiered on Thursday 17 September at the Trust’s annual Staff Awards, the film celebrates the dedication, expertise and compassion of the colleagues who provide care in people’s homes, clinics, schools, community hospitals and neighbourhoods across the county.

Titled ‘We are SCFT’ the film offers a powerful insight into the impact of community healthcare and the difference it makes at every stage of life, from supporting families in a baby’s earliest days through to helping people manage long-term conditions, recover from illness or injury, regain independence and receive end-of-life care with dignity.

Created using footage from teams and services across Sussex, the film shines a light on the often unseen work of community healthcare. It highlights the breadth of services delivered by SCFT and reflects the NHS ambition to provide more care in neighbourhood settings, helping people stay well, maintain their independence and receive support closer to home.

The film also reflects the scale of SCFT’s contribution across Sussex, with thousands of colleagues working together every day to support patients, families and communities. It celebrates the people behind that care and the difference they make at every stage of life.

Siobhan Melia, Chief Executive said: “Community healthcare is at the heart of the NHS, yet much of the work our teams

do happen behind the scenes and is not always visible to the public.

“This film tells the story of the thousands of dedicated colleagues who provide care and support to our patients and communities across Sussex every day. It captures not only the breadth of our services, but also the compassion, skill and commitment that our teams bring to every interaction.

“We were delighted to premiere the film at our Staff Awards this year, where it received a fantastic response from colleagues. We hope it helps people better understand the significant role community healthcare plays and the difference it makes to people’s lives.”

The film received a warm response when it premiered at the Trust’s annual Staff Awards, with colleagues describing it as a powerful reflection of the care, compassion and commitment delivered across Sussex every day.

Lisa O’Hara, Nurse Consultant Palliative and End of Life Care said: “I was genuinely moved watching the film. It tells the story of community healthcare so powerfully and shines a light on the difference my colleagues make to people’s lives every day. I am always amazed by the breadth of services we provide and the impact we have across our communities. The film not only captures what we do, but

also the personal moments of care that make our work so special.”

The video is now available to watch on Youtube, Trust’s website and social media channels.

You can also see it on the SussexWorld Youtube channel – subscribe here.