Carers who are unable to visit those currently at St Mary’s Hospital are being given an opportunity to send a message or card, thanks to Carers IW.
Carers IW operates 2 lounges at the Newport hospital to provide unpaid carers support whilst their cared-for person is in hospital.
With coronavirus restrictions now in force, as the country enters a second national lockdown, the team from the Carers Lounge are offering a ‘can’t visit – then send a message’ service.
If you would like to use this free service then either email [email protected] or ring 01983 822099 (ext 2568) and leave the name of the patient, their date of birth and ward they are currently on along with your message.
Kath or Lorraine will then ensure that they receive it.
Lorraine Timothy, Carer Support Worker, says:
“It can be difficult for carers to visit when they too have their own health issues. This seemed like an opportunity for us to ensure that carers were still supported as well as able to send their loved one a personal message”.
