Library Service at Walsall The Manor Hospital
Such is the innovation of the team at Walsall the Manor Hospital they have been put forward for the Sally Hernando Innovations Awards 2018. The Distraction Therapy Collection is a range of specialist equipment, [...]
Gloucester Royal Hospital
Supporting Staff with less traditional aids can improve care, support staff, contribute towards less falls and improve financial savings.
The Imperial College Healthcare – Auchie Renal Dialysis Unit
The Auchie Renal Dialysis Unit is a regional referral centre for patients requiring complex haemodialysis. They have several patients who have developed dementia during their time there. […]
Imperial College Hospital – Albert Ward
A recent Audit in the Division of Medicine, at this hospital showed that 49.6% of all inpatients showed signs of cognitive impairment, predominantly dementia and delirium. There was a need to bring activity and cognitive stimulation into these acute environments.
Bradford Royal Infirmary
Dementia and Delirium Care is a key priority for the organisation. Improving the quality of care for our patients must be achieved through taking advantage of innovative ways of engaging and personalising care and improving opportunities for social interaction.
Wrexham Maelor Hospital Heddfan Unit
Staff working at the hospital have long been feeling that the individual’s suffering from dementia or similar cognitive impairments needed more opportunities to engage with meaningful activities and entertainment.
St Giles Hospice Lichfield
St Giles Hospice, a registered charity, offers specialist care in a variety of settings for patients with cancer and other serious illnesses, as well as providing support for their families and helpers. The care is provided free of charge, irrespective of personal circumstances.
Parkinson’s disease with Lewy Body
A care package was put together to provide the necessary support that was required, however levels of distress still ensued when the patient was not able to talk directly to her daughter and granddaughter.
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust
The challenge was to reduce the feeling of frustration and anxiety, which if not managed can lead to agitation and aggressive behaviour.