Responses to our October events
Lesley Bermingham, project manager, found that the art and poetry events
held in October produced a variety of positive reactions and responses
from patients, staff and visitors.
“ We received many heart warming
stories and it was fantastic to see so many
smiling faces. These events, open to the whole
hospital community, encouraged broad communication
and often came as a welcome distraction to
hospital life. I am really looking forward
to the next two days on 16 and 17 November.”
• A male patient was delighted to create a flag and
surprised his consultant by being able to hold a pen, following
a stroke only a week earlier.
• Some patients took pleasure in having the opportunity to take a break
from their ward and, with the help of staff, were taken to see the flags hanging
along the corridor.
• Several patients were pleased to find an unusual and fun way of thanking
staff
• Visitors and patients sent goodwill messages to other patients
A female patient on D5 said “this is a really
great idea, sometimes I feel lost – this makes such
a difference and makes me feel I’ve not been forgotten.”
A play specialist was very enthusiastic and said “Oh,
it was brilliant, really great! The children loved it and
were particularly excited their flag was going to hang
along the corridor”
A male visitor walking along the corridor said “You’re
not taking the flags down are you? Oh, no they’re
excellent – look really good!”
We would like to thank Awards for All for their generous
support and to confirm that no NHS money has been used to
fund this event.
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