Woodend Goes Green!

Queen’s 90 th Nursery

Celebrations!

Projects on Site!

Old Vs New Boiler

Male Changing Room Revamp

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Much More!

Message from the Management Team

Hello, welcome to the first issue of our newly revamped Woodend Hospital Newsletter. We hope you like the fresh new look! I’m sure many of you will have seen and heard lots about the process of ‘Integration’. With the ‘go-live’ date of the Aberdeen City Health & Social Care Partnership on the 1st of April a couple of months ago now, you might be thinking ’what’s changed?’. Many of our services continue to look and deliver care in much the same way, however in the long term new developments will happen in phases & changes to our services will happen in different places. We have formed a group within the service that will lead the identification and development of these improvements and changes called the Strategic Leadership Group (SLG). Following discussion within the SLG and in light of the focus of the integration legislation on the development of localities a test of change principle was identified. A series of engagement events with staff at Woodend were held to discuss this idea further, which highlighted positive support for the test of change. In essence, the emerging idea was to align one of the four elderly rehabilitation wards at Woodend to one of the localities. In practical terms, this means cohorting all patients from a locality in one rehab ward. This test of change will start from the 4th of July enabling an elderly rehabilitation ward, ward 16, to understand the benefits and any disadvantages of a locally aligned way of working. Finally, the process of redesigning the senior leadership team consisting of the lead roles within the Operations Team for the new partnership is now progressing. There will be a Head of locality for each of the localities (North, South, Central and West) along with a Head of Older People & Specialist Rehabilitation, Head of Mental Health & Learning Disability and a Clinical Director (Medical Lead). The organisational change process has begun and further information will be forthcoming following appointments to these roles.

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June ● 2016

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What’s Inside

Excellent care from all involved. Always have a smile on their faces, thanks especially to Lisa and Ruth who saw my husband in the clinic and put all of my and his worries at ease. Also thanks to Esther, the receptionist, who was very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed, even though her phone never stopped ringing – Patient Opinion re: the Wheelchair Service

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Across the site, there will be some further changes with construction work starting for the arrival of ENT, Audiology and the new Craig MRI scanner within the next few weeks – not forgetting of course the boiler work that is currently progressing. Pathology has been confirmed to be moving from Woolmanhill into half of what was the Woodend Laundry building. We hope you find these site updates helpful, however if you have any questions please do ask any member of the site management teams and the good news stories within it. Jason Nicol – Senior Service Manager

Michael Christie MBE has been a hospital volunteer since 1990 and currently visits patients on a weekly basis in the Stroke Rehab Unit and the Links@Woodend. He is also a Committee member of The Friends of Woodend.

Michael was involved in an accident at his work in 1988 which resulted in him having a broken neck and his whole body was paralysed apart from his left hand. Six months later, following intensive rehabilitation at Edenhall, Musselburgh, which had a unit for spinal injury patients, Michael was able to walk out of the unit on crutches. Michael was so appreciative of the help he received in his recovery that he wanted to give something back to the NHS on a local basis and 2 years following his accident he started volunteering at the City Hospital.

The set of dominoes in the picture were gifted to ward 17 and Michael is in the process of making a few more sets which will be placed in the activity boxes in the wards.

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A huge thank you to Tesco

@ Woodend for their gift to

all Nurses at Woodend

Hospital on International

Nurses Day!

#TeamWoodend

Thank You!

I have been coming to this hospital regula rly over the last few years, the staff have always been exce llent in everything they do. As an amputee, the care I have received is first class. They do a marvellous job sometimes in difficult circumstances.

- Mobility & Rehab Service

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Dr Ian Gillanders and I won best team trophy for the NHSG golf outing at Banchory Golf Club, with a score of 73 Stableford points (each of us getting a trophy plus temporary 'holding' of a huge shield which is in Ian's office!), best individual golfer (me) with a score of 39 Stableford points (another trophy) and nearest the pin (me-yet another trophy!)

- Dr Donald Newnham, Clinical Director

No room left on the Trophy Shelf!

Consultant Geriatricians sweep board!

Handmade Dominoes

Chaplains on the move........in more ways than one!

The Chaplaincy offices at Woodend have moved recently but not far. To make way for the two remaining clinics at Woolmanhill, we have vacated our offices in the old ward 6 corridor and have moved into the Admin Hub at the far end of the old ward. The move was first spoken about in 2014, just a few months after I came into post here at Woodend, so when we finally cleared out and moved in the middle of May, it was the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. Our location may be different but our service remains the same. I am here to support patients, their families, staff and volunteers around the hospital in many ways; as I say to students and staff when I give talks about what spiritual care is and what chaplains do, I am here for all faiths and none and happy to be a listening ear. Feel free to pop up and see me in my new surroundings......I’m always happy to put the kettle on. On another note, out-with work, I enjoy keeping fit and this year decided to take up running. I found the NHS Couch to 5k Podcasts the secret to me mastering it this time (I have tried many times in the past) but never thought I’d ever run 5k without stopping. I did though, completing the route at Run Garioch in March. The same afternoon, clearly still buzzing from the satisfaction of that, I found myself signing up for the Aberdeen 10k. A few weeks into my training, I was beginning to think I had maybe been a little over ambitious but having been persuaded to raise funds for the Robertson Family Roof Garden at ARI, I knew I had to stick with it. So, on Sunday 15th May I completed the 10k and also raised almost £300 for the Roof Garden. The photo here is me with my eldest son who also took part – completing the run in 53 minutes, some 20 minutes quicker than me – but it was great to see him waiting at the finish line. I plan to keep up my running and have entered the Perth 10k in August. Do you think there will ever be ‘Rapid Response Chaplains’.........?

Gillian Douglas Healthcare Chaplain

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Thank you all so much for looking after our Mum so well. We really appreciate the time and effort you spent with her, and for making her comfortable and happy. – Ward 15

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On the 13th May Recycling bins were rolled out across the Woodend site for use in all areas. The aim is to reduce the volume of black bag waste and increase the amount we are recycling. Let’s make Woodend the Greenest Site in NHSG!

Woodend Goes Green!

Please Recycle:

���� All Paper, Cardboard & Magazines (not confidential paper)

���� Plastic Bottles (Clean & Empty)

���� Tins & Cans (Clean & Empty)

���� Other hard Plastics ���� Plastic Carrier Bags

On the 21st April Woodend Nursery celebrated the Queen's 90th Birthday with a garden party and fun afternoon. The children decorated crowns and dressed up, there was a Royal Crown piñata filled with sweets, a King and Queen photo booth as well as a visit from the Queen herself... Sandra Wood, Deputy Manager!! We had a giant birthday cake fit for a queen and hope that Her Majesty had as much fun as we did at nursery! Caroline McRae Nursery Manager Woodend Day Nursery

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The picture on the left shows Jacqui Forbes accepting a donation from Mr Alan Davison, patient and Longside Football Manager. Mr Davidson presented Jacqui with a cheque for £1123.00 which was raised by Longside Football by having a charity disco and raffle held on 16th January 2016.

The football team wanted to give something back to Mr Davidson after all the work and support he has given them over the years. Mr Davidson in return wanted to donate the money raised to Parkinson's Nurses. The money has been deposited into the PD Fund and Jacqui’s colleague Freda has hand made a thank you card to send to Mr Davidson from the Parkinson’s Nurses.

Jacqui Forbes Parkinson's Nurse Specialist DOME

Parkinson’s Donation

NHS Grampian has launched a pictorial menu initiative to help a wide range of patients with communication difficulties to choose their meals when they are in hospital.

Those with any communication impairment or who have English as a second language, have to rely on others to make their meal choices as the current system involves reading and writing. The menus will be of great benefit to provide the person centered care we all strive to deliver and allow individuals with additional needs the opportunity to be empowered to choose their own meals.

Pictures below of Patients within SRU using the new Menus.

(Pictures courtesy of Irene Thomson SCN)

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Following a successful bid to the Grampian Area Partnership for endowment funding,

we received £4,134.00 to upgrade our male changing facilities. New lockers and a

bench were purchased and the room was painted and the carpet was cleaned. The area looks great and we have received

really positive feedback.

- Gillian McDonald, Support Manager

Old vs New! The ongoing Woodend boiler project has finally met its match, up against its new replacement! We managed to snap a last minute picture before boiler number 3(on the right) is removed within the next couple of weeks.

Further to this, the very familiar landmark of the Woodend chimney is set to be taken down starting mid June/ July.

- Scott Arnot, Support Manager

Thank you so much for fixing my electric wheelchair and getting it back to me so quickly. I really appreciate your work as I am lost without my electric chair. Please pass on my thanks to everyone in the team.

- Wheelchair Service

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Projects on Site

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Upcoming/Recent moves

- Advocacy, Staffside & Ward Product Mangement have now moved out of the portacabin, opposite the male changing rooms and are now located within the WD6 Admin Hub.

- Chronic Oedema has relocated temporarily into the Day Hospital until the end of June 16’ in light of their move to their new base in the Health Village.

- The Willows Restaurant will be relocating temporarily to the Day Hospital from the 4th July – 19th August to allow for refurbishment work to take place.

Staffing Updates

Management Team

Scott Arnot has been appointed to the post

of Support Manager and joined us in April.

Retirements

Alison Johnston -Medical Secretary has

retired after 23 years service

Kathleen Forbes – Phlebotomist is retiring on

the 28th

June after 30 years service

Lynn Bruce – Secretary to the community

Rehab Nurses has retired with 20 years

service.

Dr Steve Wilkinson – Consultant has retired

after many years service

Cathy Russell – Superintendent Radiographer

retired in January after 25 years service at

Woodend.

We wish them all well!

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Today, whilst waiting for transport back to Roxburghe House, the receptionist at the Prosthetic Clinic made Dad and I a cup of tea. And a couple of biscuits to go with it!

That thoughtfulness really was so lovely and... a little kindness goes a long way.”

– Relative of terminally ill patient

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Woodend Tea Party

Judith Proctors Visit – 8th

March 16’

On the 12th January a Tea Dance with a piper and Highland dancers was held in the Day Hospital which was attended by patients for the Care of the Elderly and Rehab wards. Patients thoroughly enjoyed the music and it was great to see such a fantastic turn out!

The Service falls prevention work was presented at the 5th annual Quality and Safety in Healthcare Event on 23rd May 2016 highlighting the terrific work undertaken by MDTs across the site. The poster will be available in the T&C Room should you wish to see it.

- Jon Taylor, Service Manager

Falls Prevention

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Staff, Children and Parents of Woodend Nursery all met at the Duthie Park on Saturday 21st May for a sponsored Teddy Toddle and Picnic to raise funds for Woodend Nursery. It was a great turn out considering it was a cold and windy day and everyone really enjoyed it. The children received a medal for completing the walk and we all had a picnic and play in the park after. Thanks to everyone who has raised money through sponsors and we look forward to getting our final total once all sponsor forms are in.

‘Thanks again to all our parents for the continuing support you all show to Woodend Nursery.'

Woodend Nursery

Teddy Toddle

Caroline McRae Nursery Manager Woodend Day Nursery

Nutrition & Hydration Week Nutrition and Hydration week was held in March. All wards took part in various activities throughout the week to promote the importance of nutrition and hydration.

Pictured below are some of the goodies that were on offer at Links @ Woodend.

Woodend General

Office

Monday to Friday 9-4pm

01224 556312/556267

Central point for Patient Property &

Valuables

Reimbursement & Queries

regarding Patient Travel Expenses

Lost & Found Property for the site

Accommodation for Relatives

Just some of the many things we are

here to assist you with:

CAROLINE HAS HAD HER BABY! - SADIE IS FINE AND IS DOING WELL BREAKING BABY NEWS

Quality Improvement

Three AHPs from Woodend Hospital were among 13 NHS Grampian staff who completed the 1st AHP Leadership for Improvement Programme. Starting in June 2015, Head of Service Improvement in NHS Grampian, Jenny Ingram assisted by Ann McKenzie, Lead AHP in Moray expertly guided us through the Quality Improvement (QI) Programme during 9 full days of teaching and workshops, culminating in a poster presentation to NHSG Managers and Leads.

Christine Rothnie, Prosthetic and Orthotic Department produced a poster describing the Quality Improvement processes used to drive forward the Supervision and Case Review Project for clinical staff.

Fiona Douglas, Specialist Rehabilitation Physiotherapist, wrote up a project using MDT group therapy to enhance treatment in Horizons and reduce waiting times.

Neil Taylor, Radiographer, concentrated on improving patient flow through the radiography department.

These members of staff are now more than familiar with such terms as Driver Diagrams and PDSA cycles (not the animal type), and even the plethora of QI work that is available to all on Twitter! We would like to thank our mentors Fiona Mitchellhill and Jenny Ingram for their support throughout.

Having taken the QI process to completion our role is now to assist other AHPs who are embarking on their own QI journey. Our lunch and learn sessions are at an early stage, however we plan to expand and include other QI ‘rebels’. Please feel free to email either christine.rothnie@nhs.net, f.douglas@nhs.net in the first instance or follow them on Twitter,

Fiona Douglas - @FionaDouglas9 Christine Rothnie - @CRothnie

Supt Physiotherapist in Neurorehabilitation/ Prosthetic and Orthotic Clinical & Technical Manager

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AHP Leadership Programme for Improvement

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Aberdeen Health and Social Care Partnership Physiotherapy lead, Catriona Cameron received a donation of Hydrotherapy Equipment from local branch of Parkinson’s UK group for continue use of the Hydrotherapy Pool on the Woodend Hospital site.

The local support group employ physiotherapists to provide exercises in the water on a weekly basis to help the participants with the management of their condition. The group have an agreement in place with NHS Grampian for use of the pool on a Monday evening and the donation of equipment by the group was as a lovely thank you for the continued use of the pool.

The donations were handed over by members of the group and received by Catriona Cameron, Lead Physiotherapist and Gillian McDonald, Support manager for the Woodend site.

Names in Picture

Left to right

Gillian McDonald (AHSCP – Woodend Support Manager)

Jean Goodman

Iain Young

Rupert Hardy

George Taylor

Shelagh Smith

Maureen Campbell

Margaret Argo

Alex Bain

Catriona Cameron (AHSCP – Lead Physio)

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Donation of Equipment from Local Branch of Parkinso n’s UK Charity

Parkinson’s UK group members

Papers for Patients

We are delighted that the Press and Journal office

are donating the Newspaper to all wards within the

Elderly and Specialist Rehab Centre at Woodend.

This is a fantastic gesture from the local P&J Office

and we would like to take this opportunity to thank

the staff involved for helping ensure newspapers are

available to all patients within these wards.

We Need You! We are looking for contributions for our Newsletter i.e. stories with a ‘feel good’ factor. Has someone in your ward achieved something that everyone would be interested in? Do you have an unusual hobby? Has a staff member achieved a milestone in employment within the NHS? Do you have a staff member that is retiring, had a baby, etc?

Please forward your contributions to: woodendcontrolroom@nhs.net

‘Bothy Life’ You know him as Kenny the Prosthetics & Orthotic

Technician on a daily basis, but come the weekend

Kenny Freeman puts on a second hat as a Project

manager. Kenny fulfils the role of a Maintenance

Officer within the Mountain Bothy Association (MBA)

and is responsible for 1 of the many bothy’s within

the eastern highlands area of Scotland but takes a

lead role in maintaining & refurbishing 11 bothys in

total!

Kenny starred in a BBC2 program at the end of 2015,

called ‘Bothy Life’ which followed the unsung heroes

of Scotland’s mountains. For 50 years the volunteers

of the MBA have been providing shelter for people

travelling through the wider parts of the country.

‘Bothy Life’ is still able to viewed on YouTube.

Healthy Working Lives

Reiki Sessions

Reiki sessions to be held on 8th June, 6th July and 3rd August in Aberdeen Health Village.

Hot Stone Reflexology

Hot Stone Reflexology sessions to be held on 24th June and 8th July in Aberdeen Health Village and on 30th June in Summerfield House.

Golf Lessons

Golf lessons arranged for Kings Link Golf Centre on Thursday 14th July.

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My mum had a replacement shoulder operation. The ward was spotlessly clean, well managed and the staff from consultant through to student nurses and domestics could not have been more helpful.

– Ward 8, Orthopaedics

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