The cots used on the children’s unit are around 13 years old, are worn and need upgrading. Unfortunately, with internal funding in short supply and many competing projects, the hospital are not able to replace them. This year new regulations for cots are being released, so it is expected that the new cots will be designed around childcare and handling and will make a positive difference to the safety and the comfort of the patient. They will be easy to use and maintain, helping to deliver the highest standard of hygiene, and will have special features to care for acutely ill children.
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Blackburn Birth Centre – Hospital Grade Double Breast Pump
Breastfeeding is widely known to be beneficial to a baby’s health as the mother’s milk contains antibodies that offer lifelong protection from disease. Some mothers have chosen to breastfeed their baby, but have to be separated from their child when it is born, for a variety of social care reasons. The team at Blackburn Birth […]
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Ipswich Hospital children’s unit – sensory lighting equipment
Ipswich Hospital
We are funding a projector and rotating wheels to create immersive sensory lighting and colour effects in the children’s unit at Ipswich Hospital.
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Nottingham Children’s Hospital – toys and games
Attending hospital can be a distressing and anxious time for a child, especially for those whose treatments are unpleasant or cause discomfort and pain.
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“The new beds for parents have had such a positive impact on the wellbeing of our children knowing their parent or carer is close by. But also for the parent being able to sleep comfortably next to their child has made such a difference to how they have responded to staff during difficult times on the ward. The difference a good night’s sleep makes is priceless.”
Vicki Healey
Children’s Ward Manager
North Manchester General Hospital
