Charitable Donations Fund Day Bed Chairs for Bronglais Hospital

Hywel Dda Health Charities has successfully funded six new Buddy Day Bed Chairs for the Angharad Ward at Bronglais Hospital, thanks to generous community donations. Valued at over £7,500, these manual recliner chairs aim to enhance the comfort of parents and carers who stay with children and young people (CYP) during their hospital visits.

The Buddy Day Bed Chairs provide essential seating that allows family members to rest and care for their loved ones from their bedside. Bethan Hughes, the Ward Manager, expressed gratitude for the contributions, stating, “We are very grateful that charitable funds have enabled us to purchase six new buddy beds. The chairs are a valuable item in providing patient/family-centered care as without them, parents, carers, and family members are unable to stay overnight with their CYPs.”

The funding for these chairs was made possible through the efforts of four dedicated team members from Angharad Ward. Meinir Morris and Sian Davies organized a themed disco fundraiser featuring music from the 60s, 70s, and 80s, while Bethan Fitz Griffiths and Rachel Davies participated in the Llanelli Half Marathon on September 24, 2023.

Nicola Llewelyn, Head of Hywel Dda Health Charities, noted the importance of community support in enhancing health services, saying, “The support of our local communities enables us to provide services over and above what the NHS can provide in the three counties of Hywel Dda, and we are extremely grateful for every donation we receive.”

The introduction of the Buddy Day Bed Chairs is expected to significantly improve the health, wellbeing, and overall experience of NHS patients, service users, and staff alike.

For those interested in supporting local NHS patients and staff, more information about Hywel Dda Health Charities and how to contribute can be found at their official website: hywelddahealthcharities.nhs.wales.