Judy Dyos, Chief Nursing Officer at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust, said: “We are pleased to provide this new service for people living with and beyond cancer, and their loved ones, and are grateful to Macmillan Cancer Support for their generous grant which has made this possible. The Hub provides an easily accessible non-clinical space for the people we care for, their loved ones and the wider community to visit for information and support.”
Luke Curtis, Lead Cancer Nurse at the Trust, said: “The Hub incorporates the expertise and services of our Cancer Team from across the hospital and the partners we work with. The team can provide information resources and help you to understand and address what matters to you. Using Holistic Needs Assessments to identify any areas of concern signposting people to relevant services such as health & wellbeing events, support groups, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy.”
Anyone interested in volunteering at the Hub is invited to contact the hospital’s Voluntary Services, or speak to one of the staff or volunteers when the Hub is open.
27 November 2024
Our staff at Salisbury District Hospital have long been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment they provide for our patients and for their innovation, commitment and professionalism. This has been recognised in a wide range of achievements and it is reflected in our award of NHS Foundation Trust status. This is afforded to hospitals that provide the highest standards of care.