Neurological Survey continues

Objectives of the project are: Support the neurological network CAN DO in developing a Cornwall focus on neurology – ensuring appropriate levels of representation across neurological service user groups and local providers including GPs Undertake a joint strategic needs assessment for neurology with Cornwall public health department Audit current health and social care services in Cornwall using the Quality Neurology audit tool against the NSF for people with long term conditions and the NICE guidelines and review this via the neurological network Review – in partnership with the local authority – provision of existing services with a view to identifying spend and wastage, commissioning more user friendly and flexible local services and explore options for joint funding Co-ordinate services between providers so that clearer pathways are established and communicated to providers and service users of all ages Develop and extend case co-ordination and key working to a wider group of patients of all ages with a long term neurological condition to provide a single point of access in line with national guidelines and best practice standards Promote the personalisation agenda by ensuring that service developments respond to the experience of people with neurological conditions