The perfect pick-me-up for patients staying in hospital
Those who have a loved one staying in a hospital have the chance to send pick-me-up packages thanks to a new scheme.
The League of Friends at Shropshire’s The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital near Oswestry are behind the idea to send personalised packages to patients while strict visiting restrictions are in place.
Richard Scott contacted the hospital Friends in order to send his wife Sarah a loving message and a gift bag during her stay at RJAH following a full hip replacement.
Richard said: “I was very concerned about not being able to be with Sarah immediately before and after her surgery, so it was such a relief when I became aware of this service – at the very least it meant I was able to ensure that she had a wonderful surprise gift to receive post-surgery.
“I was able to let her know that despite not being able to be there physically, the rest of the family and I were thinking of her and looking forward to her returning home.
"This service the League of Friends is providing really is invaluable, especially at a time when we are unable to visit our loved ones at such a vulnerable and lonely time.”
Sarah said: “Staying in hospital and not being able to see those closest to you can feel quite isolating – so receiving a gift bag full of my favourite treats, a good magazine and the loveliest message from my husband was just the pick-me-up I needed post-op.”
If you would like to arrange a pick-me-up package for your loved one email love.rjah@nhs.net. Gift bags are available at a cost of £5, £10 and £15. This service runs Monday to Friday.
