| Location | Wansbeck General Hospital |
|---|---|
| Ward Name / Number | Palliative Care Unit |
| Direct dial telephone number | 01670 529960 |
| Location of ward | First floor, above outpatients. |
| Type of ward | Palliative care |
| Ward visiting times | 8am - 10pm |
| What patients may need to know about the daily routine on the ward | Patients will be seen medically each day by either a consultant or Junior Doctor. We don’t follow a set routine otherwise and try to keep the environment as relaxed/informal as we can. |
| Are children welcome? | Yes. They must always be supervised. |
| Is there flexibility in visiting? | Yes. For more information on visiting, visit this page. |
| Are the numbers restricted? |
We ask that there are no more than 2 visitors at a time. These visitors can change. |
| Protected meal times |
No. Family, friends and carers are welcome to visit at mealtimes if your loved one needs help or encouragement with eating and drinking. |
| Time of consultant rounds | Consultant rounds may vary but are mainly carried out on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. |
| Ward Manager’s name | Leanne Hale |
| When is the best time for relatives to contact the ward to check on patient? | The unit can be contacted at any time. |
| How many beds are on the unit? | We have 20 beds. |