South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust

The South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust is a large integrated healthcare organization providing a wide range of health and social care services to a population of approximately 345,000 people in Northern Ireland. Established in 2007, the Trust serves the local government districts of Ards, North Down, Lisburn, and Down. It operates several key hospital sites, including the Ulster Hospital, Lagan Valley Hospital, and Downe Hospital, alongside extensive community-based services. The Trust is unique in its integrated model, managing both clinical medical services and social work/community support under a single governance structure. It is one of the five main Health and Social Care (HSC) Trusts within the Northern Ireland healthcare system.