Western Trust team supplies essential comfort packs for hospital patients
GP Social Work Assistant Shona McEleney thanks community partners for helping patients maintain dignity and independence.
The Western Trust Primary Care Multi-Disciplinary Social Work Team has led a community driven response for hospital bags/comfort packs for some of their patients who may experience a sudden or unplanned admission to one of our Trust hospitals.
Shona McEleney, GP Social Work Assistant explained: “In partnership with Dunelm, Hospital Social Work Discharge Team, Health Improvement Team & Derry GP Federation we have gathered clothing, essential daily items and toiletries, that will support patients maintain their dignity and independence during their inpatient stay.
“We are delighted to donate hospital bags/comfort packs for patients who are attending one of our hospitals in the Western Trust area and wish to thank our staff and everyone who has supported this important initiative.
“If you or a loved one is admitted to one of our hospitals and require a comfort pack, please contact the Hospital Social Work Team who will be able to assist you.”