Adults with life-limiting conditions are set to benefit from new specialist chairs to help make their time at St Oswald’s Hospice in Newcastle, more comfortable.
The operator of the Tyne Tunnels, TT2, has donated £18,000 from its community fund to buy six brand new rise and recline chairs for St Oswald’s Adult Inpatient Unit.
The new chairs will replace worn-out fabric ones that are broken and not fit for purpose.
The new, hygienic, washable chairs will enable patients to spend time out of bed in comfort and recline when they are fatigued. The new equipment will also help prevent falls and give patients increased mobility and independence. Visitors who sometimes stay overnight will also be able to use the chairs as a comfortable place to sit or sleep.
“We are delighted that TT2 has generously funded the six new chairs we need. As the chairs have castors, they can be wheeled anywhere, such as next to a view over our gardens.”
Nina Clymer, Adult Inpatient Unit Sister
“The chairs won’t just benefit the patients staying with us. Our patients’ relatives often stay for long hours by their loved one’s side and will be grateful for a comfortable place to rest during a very stressful time.”
Anne Tuck, Adult Inpatient Matron
In the last financial year, St Oswald’s Adult Inpatient Unit had 199 admissions.
“We are glad to be able to play a small part in supporting the incredible work that St Oswald’s do to help improve the care and quality of life of its patients and their families.”
TT2’s Chief Operating Officer, Shaun Simmons
St Oswald’s Hospice is a charitable hospice rooted in the North East. The hospice provides outstanding, specialist and expert care to adults and children with life-limiting conditions, and for their families too.
Visit www.stoswaldsuk.org for more information.
