Tomorrow the main entrance at WCH will permanently close and move to its new location.
The opening of the new main entrance will also mean a change in the road layout and available parking.
You can find out more about the changes here: rb.gy/rmpifq

Book of the week - How To Be a Productivity Ninja by Graham Allcott, a read with tips and techniques you need to stay calm, get through tasks and make the most out of your time. Available at CIC
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Glimpse of Brilliance: Sue Dawkins, Orthopaedics Trauma Co-Ordinator said Sue provides an excellent service to our patients, communicating and supporting those awaiting surgery and giving regular updates. We're very lucky to have her.” Read more: bit.ly/4bSju1O

From Wednesday the 29th of May the main entrance at West Cumberland Hospital will permanently close and move to its new location.
The opening of the new main entrance will also mean a change in the road layout and available parking.
More details here: rb.gy/rmpifq

Thank you to the Storey family who donated more than £17,000 to SCBU at CIC following the care their son, Conrad, received when he was born.
The family held a Spring ball at the Halston Hotel in Carlisle.
The money will be used to renovate the family room on SCBU. Thank you!

🚨Don't be alarmed!🚨
If you’re visiting WCH today or tomorrow, please be aware of some testing to the fire alarms. The alarms will sound intermittently throughout the day, it’s nothing to be ‘alarmed’ about we’re just setting up the new system.

Dancing, hair do’s and manicures marked Dementia Awareness Week at hospitals across the Trust this week.
Patients at the Cumberland Infirmary were treated to hair do’s, manicures, hand massages and even dancing to a ukulele band #daw 💙💛

Glimpse of Brilliance - The Diabetic Eye screening staff recognise Lynda Childs, Senior Specialist Grader, for her dedication, commitment to supporting & mentoring her team to provide the best outcome for their patients.🧐Read the full story here bit.ly/3K1zB1h

We're celebrating #IDAHOBIT today to help raise awareness against #Homophobia #Biphobia #Transphobia . At NCIC we proudly celebrate diversity and support members of the LGBT+ community and their allies #IDAHOBIT

Talking to someone about how you are feeling can improve your mental health and wellbeing. Little things can make a big difference.

Find out more ➡️ nhs.uk/every-mind-mat…

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

It’s #DementiaActionWeek .

A dementia diagnosis can come as a shock to the person with the condition and those around them. However, there are sources of help and support for everyone involved: nhs.uk/conditions/dem…

Penrith Community Hospital’s League of Friends have benefitted from a funding boost of £1000 as part of Benefact Group’s Movement for Good Awards to support their vital work. Read more here bit.ly/4bBYbBD

Behaviour Safety training just as we do health and safety. Because if physical harm is not acceptable neither is psychological harm. Over 1,300 of North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust colleagues have joined the movement!

Team Cumbria #BeSafe

Is your child up to date with their MMR jabs?

If not pop down to the Whitehaven Family Hub on the Harbour today between 2pm and 6pm.

Our friendly school immunisations team are there and can make sure your child is vaccinated. They can vaccinate those between 5 and 16 years old.

Take a sneak peek at the new Stroke Rehabilitation ward at WCH. #WCHPhase2
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New service for stroke patients launches across north Cumbria 🙌

The North Cumbria Community Stroke Discharge and Support Team will support patients with complex care needs who are being discharged from hospital following a stroke.

Find out more: ncic.nhs.uk/news/new-servi…

NCIC colleagues: There are spaces available to walk in on Weds pm for the popular psychological safety session with Ranjit Kirton. Just turn up with your ID at 1.30 in the lecture theatre at CIC. eventbrite.co.uk/e/harm-by-beha…

National Dementia Week #Elm C , daily activities planned this week in the afternoon and evening from movie night to cake decorating .

Stroke Awareness Month , Ebby is available in the main atrium at the Cumberland Infirmary. Come and receive some advice and a blood pressure check . # Elm A / Stroke Unit amazing team providing care to our Stroke Patients .

Preparation for dementia awareness week! Making the ward look lovely in support of our wonderful patients 🦋 #DementiaActionWeek #dementia North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust