SHINE has provided funding to enrich patient recovery at Walkergate Park
The team rely on the SHINE fund to provide additional recovery-focused activities for patients alongside their care. The activities, such as boccia, cookery groups and community outings, aim to prevent social isolation and promote confidence, self-esteem and body image amongst patients.
Funding from SHINE has enabled the team to pay for entry fees, taxi fares and refreshments at local cafes on outings to places like Jesmond Dene, The Baltic and the North East coast.
These trips provide valuable time outside the hospital environment, encouraging social interaction and a sense of normality, which are crucial for mental health and recovery.
Beyond outings, the SHINE fund also supports a variety of in-house sessions. Funds have been used to purchase materials for crafting groups, ingredients for baking and breakfast groups, and beauty products for pamper sessions. The team also runs bingo groups with prizes, and stocks a hospital trolley with puzzle books, toiletries, and games - all made possible through donations to SHINE.
"These groups instil our patients with confidence, joy, and social interaction, which is so important to their wellbeing and has a profound effect on their recovery."
“Without the SHINE fund, none of our activities would be possible. It’s value is key in helping our patients fulfil their goals and make the most of their hospital experience.”
Kirsten Hope, Staff Nurse
