LOCAL HOSPITAL
PROJECTS
Ilbert Day Hospital
The Friends’ first major project which provided excellent additional facilities, including a physiotherapy department and the x-ray unit which was opened in May 1991. This marked the start of the great support for the community which has continued ever since.
In & Out patient Accommodation
£500,000
Redevelopment and upgrading of the accommodation in the 1990’s into a modern unit.
Minor Injuries Unit
£500,000
The Friends proposed and partly financed the upgrading of the unit and the refurbishment of ward and patients’ facilities.
Chemotherapy Theatment
The Friends have been able to give funds and support for this service, providing cancer patients with local treatment to save long trips out of the area which can add to an already stressful situation.
Updating of Equipment & Facilities
£700,000
To include major equipment and medical items such as defibrillator, ECG machine, ultrasound, a special reclining bath and furniture to facilitate nursing care and patient comfort.
The Triangle Centre
£270,000 (to date)
Ongoing funding to support this highly-valued service for cancer patients and their families, which provides care, complementary therapies, counselling and advice.
First Responders
The League also supports this invaluable service to the local community.