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NO IMPACT ON SERVICES That was the message about Sheffield’s NHS services following the concerns about anti-immigration gatherings in Sheffield last week. There was no impact on services. Except, there was. Many precautions were put in place to protect #NHS staff and to ensure that patients got the care they were scheduled to receive. To continue care for #patients, the NHS: 👉 Contacted patients who were scheduled to ask if they’d like to postpone or keep their appointments. 👉 Identified evening services available elsewhere. 👉 Developed plans for emergency care that would be needed if riots resulted in injuries. To support staff, the NHS: 👉 Changed car park arrangements, so that security staff were in place to ensure NHS staff safety through to the end of evening shifts. 👉 Made accommodation available for staff who felt unsafe travelling to and from work. 👉 Buildings near the locations suspected to be occupied were cleaned earlier than usual to avoid staff being in buildings. 👉 Personal were made alarms available for NHS staff. It was heartening to see the counter-protests which were peaceful. Those of us that believe that we are better together are undoubtedly the majority. But look at the logistics of managing this to keep the NHS functioning at a time that it is incredibly stretched. Hats off to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS FT for looking after their staff and maintaining care for patients. You can support our NHS staff through Sheffield Hospitals Charity. For NHS staff we #fund practical, emotional and psychological support. We also fund spaces and places inside and outside of the hospitals so that staff can take a breath away from the intensity of the wards. Want to #support our NHS? Join us. https://lnkd.in/ewSpUcaM

Whatever your views on the 5.5% NHS pay uplift, spare a thought for charitable hospices who are already struggling with just an average 30% NHS contribution to the specialist clinical services both the law and statutory guidance says should be fully funded. There will be difficult decisions ahead for many trustee boards and many leadership teams. We’ve been warning NHS commissioners about this for a very long time with little response in many places. Access to specialist palliative and end of life care isn’t just a legal right, it’s a moral responsibility. Avoiding difficult conversations isn’t leadership, it isn’t systems working, it isn’t collaborative and it hasn’t worked. Time for the new government to step in and show the lead. If hospices close and families experience loved ones dying in pain and distress they will know where to look for accountability. Rt. Hon. Wes Streeting MP #PalliativeCare #HospiceCare

📣 Compass Group UK & Ireland – Healthcare will be offering free meals to the parents and carers of unwell children in hospitals (paediatric patients on extended clinical care plans) - meeting a wish set by a remarkable young girl, Sophie Fairall, that forms part of “Sophie’s Legacy”. 🙌 Working side by side the Sophie's Legacy charity and NHS England our healthcare teams have become the first hospital caterer to make this amazing commitment - to ensure that parents and carers can access free food on wards. Charlotte Fairall, Sophie’s mother, founder and CEO of Sophie’s Legacy: "I am thrilled that Medirest is leading the way. This initiative will make a meaningful difference to countless families who are navigating the challenges of caring for a child in hospital. Seeing Sophie’s wish come to life in so many hospitals is a dream come true, and I am hopeful that this step inspires even more hospitals to follow suit and ensure that parents receive the nourishment they need during these difficult times." #NHS #Partnerships #SophiesLegacy

Acorns CEO responds to the Government announcement that NHS funding for children’s hospices will continue into 2025/26. Trevor Johnson, Chief Executive at Acorns Children’s Hospice said: “We welcome today’s Government announcement that NHS England funding for children’s hospices, formerly known as the Children’s Hospice Grant, will continue into 2025/26. The children and families we care for deserve this support. “It is a positive step in the right direction and shows the Government is listening. We look forward to the new year and understanding more about how the £26 million will be distributed, and working with the government on the long-term picture for funding for the sector. “This is a significant investment in hospice care across England and will help us continue to provide essential services and lifeline support to over 1,000 children and families throughout the West Midlands when they need it most.”

#PeaceHealth Bellingham drives #hospital unit pricing to 320% of #Medicare rates, the highest hospital rates in Washington state. It’s also the only #inpatient facility in an isolated town. Catholic #hospital systems in general serve a smaller percentage of #Medicaid clients than do other #nonprofits. Read on to see which of 10 large Catholic hospital systems deserve their #IncomeTax exemptions more than the others. #healthcarecosts

As a former Clinical member of staff for the NHS, it was all too easy to get overwhelmed with the politics and red tape behind it. Remember Surgeons, Doctors, Nurses and all non clinical staff deserve our appreciation in what can sometimes be a very unforgiving role. The rewards are immense but the toll on their mental health can be tragic. Lets support our NHS, and support the recruitment of more Doctors and Nurses. Certainly! Supporting the NHS is commendable, and there are several ways you can show your appreciation and help: Social Media: Post on NHS social media pages, comment, and share their posts to demonstrate public support1. Compliments: Leave online compliments for NHS workers directly with friendly messages. Letters: Write letters of appreciation to NHS staff. Weekly Applause: Clap during weekly applause events to honour healthcare workers. Rainbow Art: Make and share rainbow art as a symbol of gratitude. Small Gifts: Consider giving small gifts to NHS staff. Inquire with Hospitals: Call hospitals and ask what specific items or support they need. Donations: If possible, donate money to NHS charities1. Remember, every little gesture counts! 🌈👏💙 More info | Volunteering opportunities | Confidential text support

"A huge 96% of NHS staff surveyed said they believed that pressure on NHS services is growing." 🤯 Research conducted by NHS Charities Together 💙shows that #NHS staff have never felt as stretched, two in three say morale is the lowest they have ever known it 😩 With the elective backlog increasing by the week 📈 it could be fair to suggest that these pressures are exasperated within operating theatres. Incision Assist is an investment in the #perioperative workforce that has shown to increase staff confidence, knowledge and ultimately wellbeing 😃. Marry these benefits alongside those of #productivity, #utilisation and #sustainability we believe #Assist could have a significant, positive impact on the waiting list, the workforce and the population. Link to the research in the comments, get in touch to hear more about #Assist.

UK Hospice Awarded £100 Million for Upgrades Hospice across the UK have been provided with inputs of £100 million in order to enhance provision for adult and children’s hospices. A further £6.25 million will also maintain the Children’s Hospice Grant in 2025/26. This funding will assist in improving the care and support provided to families and patients in these crucial services. Hospice UK Visit: https://lnkd.in/gh8Uapdf #HospiceCare #UKHospices #ChildrensHospices #AdultHospices #HealthcareFunding #PatientSupport #FamilyCare #ImprovingCare #HealthcareServices #ChildrenHospiceGrant #FundingForCare 

Posting on behalf of Nurse Practitioners of New York (NPNY), who is expressing deep concern about a new bill, H.R. 9495, currently before Congress. Click the link to learn more, take easy action steps, and share widely. This legislation poses a serious threat to the ability of non-profits like ours, and countless others, to freely share our views without fear of losing our tax-exempt status. Non-profits have long been an essential part of advocating for positive change in our communities. The diversity of voices and causes we represent strengthens our democracy and ensures everyone has a seat at the table. H.R. 9495 jeopardizes this freedom by creating a chilling effect on advocacy and silencing organizations that work tirelessly to support issues you care about. We strongly oppose H.R. 9495, but we need your help to protect the voice of non-profits across the country. It’s critical that your Members of Congress hear directly from you about the importance of rejecting this bill. Click the link below to contact your elected representatives today and urge them to stand with non-profits: Take Action Now Let’s work together to ensure that all groups, regardless of their mission, can continue to serve their communities without fear of losing their voice. Thank you for joining us in this important effort. NPNY Advocacy Team #nursepractitioners #nurses #healthcareproviders #nonprofit #policy #legislation #democracy #freespeech

After several months of preparation I am extremely proud to announce our partnership with St John Ambulance, the UK’s leading first aid charity. Together, we’re working to provide nationally recognised first aid, defibrillation training, paired with Defib Supplies high-quality public access defibrillators to workplaces, schools, communities and other public places across the UK. At Defib Supplies we’re passionate about making life-saving tools and knowledge accessible to everyone. Partnering with St John Ambulance means combining their expertise in training with our trusted medical equipment to create safer, more prepared spaces for emergencies. Discover more about our partnership and how we can help you be prepared on our website: https://lnkd.in/e_eRkRyD Let’s build a nation of confident life-savers. #FirstAidTraining #DefibSupplies #StJohnAmbulance #HeartSafe #EmergencyPreparedness Intermedical (UK) Limited St John Ambulance