Every year around 400 people stay on our Inpatient Unit, the Woodlands Ward. It is a place where special memories are made, with patients and loved ones spending valuable time together.
But, it's showing its age. The shared bays, outdated furnishings and cramped staff facilities no longer match the extraordinary care our team delivers every day. People consistently tell us how skilled and reassuring our staff are and now it’s time to update our environment to reflect that same standard of excellence.
We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to change our ward
Thanks to additional government funding, we can invest £440,000 towards improving our Inpatient Unit but the funding comes with a deadline. We must use it by March 2026 or lose it.
We need your help to raise an additional £400,000 by March 2026.
You can make a difference.
(and there's so much more)Some highlights of our plans
- Private ensuite rooms giving people dignity, privacy and choice at the end of life
- Smart technology (lighting, temperature, communication) to restore independence and control
- Nature, light and space. From beds by the window to direct access to gardens - bringing people closer to nature and helping to ease pain and anxiety
- A warm, welcoming environment with touches like a hot drinks station nearby and easier access to show families they are cared for too
- Our staff work 12-hour shifts, mostly on their feet, supporting patients and families through distressing times. A dedicated wellbeing hub will give them space to rest, reflect, and find support when they need it
