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Stratford Ward

Stratford ward is a 16-bedded inpatient ward within the John Howard Centre.

The ward functions as an acute admissions unit, primarily receiving individuals directly from prison or court. On arrival, each patient undergoes a comprehensive assessment of their mental health, risk profile, daily living skills, and wider rehabilitation needs.

Front of the John Howard Centre
Address

12 Kenworthy Road
London
E9 5TD
United Kingdom

Email address
elft.StratfordWard@nhs.net
Telephone number
02085102610/2615

Stratford’s core focus is stabilisation and assessment. The team develops clear, evidence-based care plans and identifies the key factors required to support each patient’s safe progression through the secure pathway. Patients are supported to prepare for transfer to a suitable rehabilitation ward once their risks, needs, and treatment goals have been fully assessed.

When someone is admitted onto one of our wards, it is important that families and friends continue to support them.

It is a good idea to telephone the ward first to find out the visiting times and when is a good time to visit the person.

Our visiting times are usually from 2pm-8pm. But if you are coming a long way or will not be able to visit during those times, contact the ward manager. They will try to accommodate your needs.

Service users will appreciate small gifts, treats and items that they can use when in hospital. But mostly they will appreciate a conversation with you and news from the outside world.

Because we have to ensure our wards are safe and healthy, there are a number of items that you cannot bring onto our wards. Additionally, all our forensic service sites have specific security arrangements and protocols which all staff, patients and visitors have to comply with. This includes depositing mobile phones, camera, etc. into lockers provided in the main entrance.

Children can visit by arrangement only. Speak to the ward manager in the first instance. There is a Family Visiting Room near the main entrance to support family visits.

See here for more information for visitors