Budget cuts at the Trust mean that some items are not available to teams no matter how small. A Therapy Technician from Mary Seacole ward requested 42 binders to keep rehabilitation therapy packs, exercise programmes and keyworker information neat and tidy bedside. We were able to supply the binders for under £42.

Small things can have a big impact on quality of life. A patient on Gwynne Holford ward had a significant hand tremors after having a stroke. Her OTs identified some equipment that could allow her to eat with supervision rather than relying on someone feeding her. We were able to purchase the Steady Spoon and wrist weights so that the patient has more autonomy.

We have donated a pair of trainers designed for orthotic use for an inpatient on Gwynne Holford ward. His current pair was too small to fit his orthotic splint and he did not have the funds to get a new pair. Thanks to the Occupational Therapist who got in touch to request this!