The Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Unit is situated on the 2nd floor of West Wing Hospital and has lift and stair access.
What to Bring
Patients will be asked to supply the following to make their stay more comfortable:
- Day Clothes
- Nightwear
- Underwear
- Toiletries
- A pair of well fitting walking shoes or slipper
Clothes washing facilities
There is no laundry service available, therefore soiled laundry will be rinsed and bagged ready for washing by relatives/carers. NB. All clothing should be labelled.
Valuables
Money or valuables should not be brought into the hospital. However, if you wish to do so you will be asked to sign a 
Disclaimer.
Visiting Times
Due to therapy sessions and protected mealtimes, the best time to visit is 2.00pm - 5.00pm and 6.00pm - 8.00pm. If however family need to visit outside these hours arrangements can be made with the Ward Sister.
We operate a 'Protected Mealtimes' policy so visitors are encouraged not to come in during mealtimes (see below) unless they come to help patient to eat.
Meal Times
Breakfast 08.00 - 08.30
Mid-morning tea/coffee and biscuits
Lunch 12.30 - 13.00
Mid-afternoon tea/coffee and biscuits
Supper 17.15 - 17.30
Other information
Portable televisions can be used after a safety check by our electrician. There is a communal television available in the dayroom.
We recommend that due to the need to maximise patient potential, and as Nurse / Patient time is precious, a member of the family is nominated as an information gatherer in order to limit telephone interruptions.
