Bromley Healthcare

05/02/2026

Last week, Atlas the labrador from Therapy Dogs Nationwide received a warm welcome from our service users at the Foxbury Rehabilitation Centre at Queen Mary’s Hospital for bonding time and cuddles in between their rehabilitation sessions.

Pet therapy was introduced as a way to encourage healthy interactions and cater to the mental wellbeing of those on the ward who are often away from home for long periods of time whilst on their journey to recovery. Many of the patients have had pets themselves, so we hoped a furry friend would provide some happiness and familiarity to their day.

Patients expressed how interacting with Atlas was very rewarding, reduced their anxiety, and provided a much-needed fun experience to take a moment away from their usual physical rehabilitation exercises.

A special thank you to Therapy Dogs Nationwide for dropping by!

04/02/2026

It was fantastic to attend the Langley Park School for Girls' Careers Fair again this year. We met so many passionate young people who wanted to learn about what it's like to work in healthcare and in the NHS. This year, our podiatrists' ultrasound equipment showcasing a non-invasive way to measure blood flow and pulse was a big hit with the students.

It was great to encourage young people to think ahead about future healthcare careers and what they might need to focus on at school to get there. We hope to see some of them working in the NHS in the future!

Many thanks to Sheila, our Talent Development Manager, Lindsay, our Head of Community Allied Health Professionals, and Sherlon, our podiatrist, for getting out there and connecting so well with the students.

12/01/2026

South East London ICS has a new resource to help people find their way to the care they need – whether it’s going to their local pharmacy, a minor eye conditions service or resting up at home. The aim is to raise awareness of the full range of options and to increase people’s knowledge and understanding of what route to take for a particular symptom or condition.

You can view the resource here:

How to get the care you need

29/12/2025

To mark UK Disability History Month earlier this month, we're shining a light on a few of our services that support people every day to access the care they need.

• Hollybank: A welcoming, homely environment supporting children aged 5-17 with disabilities, complex health needs, autism and behaviours that challenge.
• Children’s Occupational Therapy: Supporting children and young people aged 0–18 with everyday activities, helping them build skills, confidence and independence.
• Wheelchair Service: Providing adults and young people with tailored wheelchairs and seating to support long-term mobility needs.

Swipe to see what a day in these services can look like.

26/11/2025

This Friday, make sure to drop by the Winter Health Bus at PRUH for your vital health checks and vaccinations!

The Winter Health Bus will be in at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) on Friday 28 November 2025, 10am-4pm offering:

👉Free winter vaccinations to eligible adults (flu and COVID-19)
👉Vital 5 health checks

The bus will be located close to the main entrance.

Flu cases are rising – protect yourself and loved ones.

13/11/2025

Our Bromley Haemoglobinopathy Community Nursing Service is hosting a Festive Sickle Cell Social in Orpington on Thursday 4 December. If you are in Bromley and you are an adult with sickle cell or parent/carer of a child with sickle cell, come and connect with others affected by sickle cell over refreshments and activities. Members of our Enhanced Sickle Cell Community Care team will also be on hand to answer questions and share information about local support.

🗓 Date: Thursday 4 December, 10am-2pm
📍 Location: The Hope Centre, Walnuts Shopping Centre, Orpington BR6

The event is open to adults with sickle cell and parents/carers of children with sickle cell who live in Bromley or have a Bromley GP. A crèche for pre-school children will be available from 10–12.

Get your ticket now at https://tinyurl.com/BHCsicklecellfestive

11/11/2025

Our Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist, Susie Lloyd, recently wrote a guest blog for Stamma exploring her 'suit of armour' analogy for living with stammering. This metaphor reflects the heaviness, rigidity, and barriers that can make spontaneous communication and connection more difficult. Read the full piece over on the STAMMA blog.

04/11/2025

Last week, our colleagues Rebecca (Bromley Health Visiting), Alexandra and Naomi (Children's Bladder and Bowel) represented us at SEND Local Offer Live, an event hosted by Bromley SEND Local Offer. The day was filled with games, activities, taster sessions, and resources for children and young people with SEND and their families.

Thanks to Rebecca, Alex, and Naomi for sharing information, advice, and resources with attendees. It was a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness of the support we offer and connect directly with families in the community.

21/10/2025

This summer we were lucky to host Nath Samaratunga, a Cambridge Judge Business School MBA and Robert Wood Johnson Medical School student from the United States, as a Strategy and Transformation Intern at Bromley Healthcare.

Nath contributed to projects improving data integration and urgent care pathways — work that aligns with the NHS 10-year plan focus on integrated, preventative, and community-based care.

Reflecting on his time with us, Nath described Bromley Healthcare as “a model of what healthcare can be when innovation meets compassion.”

"This experience has deepened my conviction that healthcare must be both compassionate and strategic, and that real change is possible when organisations put people at the centre."

14/10/2025

This , we’re shining a light on three of our amazing services contributing to the 3 shifts of the NHS 10-Year Plan.
🏠 Home Pathway – helping people regain movement and independence after hospital stays and ensuring they receive the care they need.
💻 Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy for Adults at Home – shortlisted for the Greener NHS Award as part of the Chief Allied Health Professions Officer’s (CAHPO) Awards 2025 for the team’s innovative approach to delivering more sustainable healthcare that meets people’s needs.
🚸 Children's Speech and Language Therapy – bridging the gaps so all children in Bromley mainstream schools can access support for speech, language, and communication needs.

Thank you to our AHPs for leading the way and delivering care that puts people and communities first.

08/10/2025

It’s International Podiatry Day!
Today we celebrate our amazing podiatrists who keep our community on their feet — preventing, diagnosing and treating foot and lower limb problems that impact mobility and wellbeing. In honour of the day, swipe through to see some fun facts about feet, courtesy of our podiatrists. 👣

02/10/2025

Last week was Week, dedicated to shining a light on the role, breadth and importance of community health services. With the themes of the new 10-year Fit for the Future Plan in mind, here are some highlights of the work that we're doing to deliver community-first care. We are proud to celebrate this week alongside all of our peers and colleagues in the community sector.