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Please Note Some of the photos included in Connect were taken before we introduced our InfectionPrevention and Control Measures Please continue to follow our guidelines around the use of face masksand social distancing
27th August 2020
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Emma Carey Health Visitor HMR
We recognise that our staff members are more than just our colleagues Whilst you doamazing things at work you also do amazing things within your personal liveshellip and wewant to hear about it
Emma Carey is one of our health visitors working across Heywood Middleton andRochdale to support babies young people and their families But shersquos also the founder ofKnitting Smiles a voluntary project which supports new mums and vulnerable members ofthe community by providing ldquobaby boxesrdquo packed full of essential items and treats
Emma initially founded the project in 2016 after the birth of her third son and its nowgrown to reach regions across all of Lancashire and Greater Manchester
The boxes contain amongst essential items at least two unique handmade with loveitems of baby clothing and a blanket These and other items are sourced from within ourcommunities for our communities
Emma said
ldquoThis started as a maternity leave project for me in 2016 after having my third son andfeeling empathy compassion and a sense of injustice for local mums who had little supportor access to the things that they needed after having a baby Since then hundreds ofboxes full to the brim of necessities and lovely things have been distributed to localfamilies into womenrsquos refuges hostels and homeless projects
ldquoI am always on the lookout for more donations so please visit my website for moreinformation visit wwwknittingsmilescouk or contact me on emmacarey11nhsnet Ifyoursquod like to set up your own donation point to collect pre-loved but good condition babyclothes knitted items or treats for a new mum please let me know If you know of a familyin need who would benefit from one of these boxes please get in touchrdquo
Sue Garner Medical Secretary Neurosurgery Salford
To submit your story click here
Our new 5 minutes with feature will giveyou the chance to get to know yourcolleagues across the NCA This week we asked Sue Garner MedicalSecretary in the Neurosurgery Dept atSalford some questions so you can get toknow her a bit better Describe your job in 3 words
Challenging hard work and rewarding
What is your career highlight so far
Working alongside the best consultantsand departmental team knowing that mymanagement team are there for me foreven the slightest problem and thecompliments received from my patients
Who or what inspires you
My husband my childrenstep childrenand my family
My husband has achieved 51 yearsworking without a break the children haveall aspired to what they wanted to do twoof them have university degrees and myfamily are an amazing group of people tobe around
Meal out or takeaway in front of theTV
Meal out Whatrsquos your favourite holidaydestination
Anywhere warm with blue skies Who would be your 3 dream dinnerguests
George Michael Micky Flannagan andNeil Armstrong
Click here to take part in our 5 minutes with feature
Booking and Scheduling Team
We will be shining the spotlight on our Hidden Heroes who are busy working behind thescenes to support our colleagues on the frontline Those of you who may not be visible onthe shop floor but who all play a crucial role and help to keep our organisation running andmake what we do on the frontline possible
Our Hidden Heroes campaign will celebrate the contribution our NCA Family make in ourhospitals and out in the community ensuring our day to day operations run smoothly
We have a centralised booking team based at Rochdale Infirmary and a team basedat Salford Throughout the pandemic the booking clerks have contacted patients to eithercancel procedures in theatresoutpatient appointments or re-arrange face to faceappointments to telephone and video conferencing to ensure patients did not have toattend the hospital sites
The team have provided support and reassurance to patients who have been quite upsetabout the cancellations and have also provided reassurance to patients that need to beseen informing them of the safe measures that are in place and what the hospitalexperience would be like for themthinspThe booking processes had to be re-designed and theteam needed to inform patients about having swabs and the preparation required beforecoming into the hospital for surgery
The team have also been responsible for booking the staff testing programmes for all thecare organisations at the NCA which is a new way of working for themthinsp
The teams have continued to work hard and have adapted quickly to changes due toCovid-19 making sure patientsthinspare kept informed about their appointments
Matthew Emery Digital (Application Support) IMampT Salford
This is your chance to give a lsquoshout outrsquo to your colleagues - celebrate those who aregoing above and beyond thank someone who has really made your day shine a light on acolleague who really makes a positive difference on your ward department or office
We have never met anyone quite like Matt He is extremely knowledgeable of all things ITand he is the most helpful person ever - professionally and personally Nothing is too muchtrouble He goes out of his way to help whether itrsquos within his job role or not He alwayskeeps you in the loop
Matt had a difficult year yet remains as helpful and friendly as ever Whilst he was away itfelt like we had lost a pivotal part of the team He is so humble I hope this makes himrealise just how appreciated he is - Hayley Nuttall Clinical Workforce Transformation
A token of our appreciation for all that you have done
A couple of months ago we asked you what we (NCA) could do to recognise all of the
Submit your nominations here
hard work and dedication you have shown during the recent pandemic
We were really pleased to hear from many of you and you had some great ideas Some ofthese are still being worked through but one of your ideas to have a badge that all staffcan wear as a memento of this time has now been produced
You may remember we held a competition to design the winning badge ndash won by one ofour Heywood Middleton and Rochdale Health Visitors Emma Carey
Emmarsquos design cleverly incorporates something that represents our NCA family and if youlook closely you can spot the mask
Badges have now been distributed to local HR teams across the NCA and they will be intouch with wards and departments to arrange for you to collect your badges for your team
Thank you to everyone for all their efforts during an unprecedented challenge and for yourongoing contribution while we care for our patients in a different world
If you would like to arrange collection of your badge please speak to your local HRBusiness Partner (details can be found here)
For extra stocks of badges please contact Emma Turner Communications Manageremmaturnerpatnhsuk
Pride Week Have you made a pledge to be an LGBTQ+ ally
Itrsquos LGBTQ+ Pride Week and teams across the Northern Care Alliance have beencelebrating Pride all week by making a pledge and getting involved with a range of greatactivities organised by our LGBTQ+ staff networks
Pride Week helps to shine a light on the experiences of our LGBTQ+ colleagues and thefantastic work that is taking place via our staff networks to identify improvements to ensureour organisation is able to meet the needs of LGBTQ+ staff and patients and reduce theinequalities people face across our communities
The theme of this yearrsquos Pride is lsquoMarch for Peacersquo and there is a clear call for strongauthentic allyship and for us all to come together respect the labels embrace differenceand the right for everyone to be able to live their lives the way they want to in peace
Did you know that 25 of LGBTQ+ people have experienced some form of discriminationrelated to their sexuality from healthcare staff rising to 60 in transgendered people(Stonewall 2018)
A recent ED staff survey undertaken at Salford Care Organisation by Katie Hemmings-Trigg and Sarah Cottams has highlighted that there is a clear need for better educationamongst our staff across all grades about issues affecting our LGBTQ+ and transcolleagues As a result the ED team are now working with the Equality and Diversity teamand LGBT Forum to look at ways to raise awareness and educate staff with short bites oftraining at handover
Why not make a pledge this Pride Week to support our LGBTQ+ staff and patients bycommitting to be an ally Being an ally means being more aware of your personal impactaccepting how others feel asking questions when yoursquore not sure and challengingcomments and behaviours which are discriminatory Download a pledge card here
If yoursquod like to find out more about how you can join one of the NCArsquos LGBTQ+ staffnetworks please contact Oliver Butterworth at oliverbutterworthpatnhsuk or MoneezaIqbal at Moneezaiqbalsrftnhsuk
Appeal for volunteer responders
As we continue to keep our patients in contact with their loved ones during thepandemic we are appealing for new volunteer responders from across the NCA
The responders will help to deliver parcels and letters to wards after they have beendropped off by family and friends to ensure our patients can keep in touch with those whoare unable to visit due to the ongoing visiting restrictions
Volunteer placements are now available across the Northern Care Alliance for the familyand friends of our staff members
Lucy Boulter Volunteer Service Manager and Volunteer Operational Lead for the NCAsaid ldquoWe know that our patients and loved ones will be finding it very difficult spending somuch time apart so we hope that by introducing our volunteer responders it will providesome reassurance that the wellbeing of our patients remains our top priorityrdquo
Volunteer responders are non-patient facing and will receive appropriate infectionprevention and control training including any necessary PPE training There are limitedplaces available and the roles will be offered on a first come first served basis
For more information please contact volunteersrftnhsuk
Submit your news
Support available for NHS staff
Supporting our NHS staff is now more important than ever NHS Employers have a numberof health and wellbeing resources for individuals and teams offers and toolkits that mayhelp yourself and your staff now and in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic
To access the resources click here
Feedback from email Irsquove actually started a career as a learning disabilities support worker in the Salfordcommunity with Turning Point The confidence and self-esteem I gained from my work experienceplacement at SRFT was second to none in helping me discover this new career option After a period ofunemployment I never thought I would return to work again but I have such fond memories of my timeshadowing the Medical Therapies teams My advice is never let lifersquos circumstances hold you back and ifyou enjoy something-do it
Feedback from letter I would like to show my appreciation for the staff at Rochdale and Oldham hospitalsfor the most professional manner in which they recently dealt with my medical careTheir care for me wassimply exemplary and my expectations were exceeded by far especially in these testing times of Covid-19 It is so reassuring as a patient to experience such quality of health care
Feedback from Care Opinion Today I attended the Bury integrated MSK service An assessment of myproblem was determined by an advanced physiotherapy practitioner In addition to further investigations Ihave been given advice on how to help my problem pending the outcome of these investigations I wasextremely impressed with how this appointment was conducted I wasnt aware of this service before myGP recommended it I would give it 5 stars without hesitation
Feedback from Care Opinion One day in August 2020 I was dizzy I arrived at AampE and was sent straightto Urgent Care Dept Wow I was seen within minutes and sent for an MRI Scan The doctor then came togive me the results and suggested I should be sent to Fairfield Stroke Unit I was then put on a stretcherand waited no more than 10 minutes and was in an ambulance taking me to Fairfield Hospital I cantthank the nursing staff and the doctor in Urgent Care and AampE depts enough for getting me through thesystem They were all fantastic and fast Thank you all very much
Feedback from Facebook First I would like to thank all the nurses and staff on H2 at Salford My unclewas under there care nothing was too much for them Anything we wanted they were so helpful to usSadly my uncle Victor passed away and they still gave us comfort and reassurance Thank you again H2from the family of Victor
VivupJob VacanciesCoffee Break (PAT)Coffee Break (Salford)Positive Media Coverage
NHS OffersE-learning (Pennine)E-learning (Salford)Car LeasingPress Releases
Forward
Copyright copy Northern Care Alliance 2020
Want to change how you receive these emailsYou can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list
Click here to feedback on Connect
We recognise that our staff members are more than just our colleagues Whilst you doamazing things at work you also do amazing things within your personal liveshellip and wewant to hear about it
Emma Carey is one of our health visitors working across Heywood Middleton andRochdale to support babies young people and their families But shersquos also the founder ofKnitting Smiles a voluntary project which supports new mums and vulnerable members ofthe community by providing ldquobaby boxesrdquo packed full of essential items and treats
Emma initially founded the project in 2016 after the birth of her third son and its nowgrown to reach regions across all of Lancashire and Greater Manchester
The boxes contain amongst essential items at least two unique handmade with loveitems of baby clothing and a blanket These and other items are sourced from within ourcommunities for our communities
Emma said
ldquoThis started as a maternity leave project for me in 2016 after having my third son andfeeling empathy compassion and a sense of injustice for local mums who had little supportor access to the things that they needed after having a baby Since then hundreds ofboxes full to the brim of necessities and lovely things have been distributed to localfamilies into womenrsquos refuges hostels and homeless projects
ldquoI am always on the lookout for more donations so please visit my website for moreinformation visit wwwknittingsmilescouk or contact me on emmacarey11nhsnet Ifyoursquod like to set up your own donation point to collect pre-loved but good condition babyclothes knitted items or treats for a new mum please let me know If you know of a familyin need who would benefit from one of these boxes please get in touchrdquo
Sue Garner Medical Secretary Neurosurgery Salford
To submit your story click here
Our new 5 minutes with feature will giveyou the chance to get to know yourcolleagues across the NCA This week we asked Sue Garner MedicalSecretary in the Neurosurgery Dept atSalford some questions so you can get toknow her a bit better Describe your job in 3 words
Challenging hard work and rewarding
What is your career highlight so far
Working alongside the best consultantsand departmental team knowing that mymanagement team are there for me foreven the slightest problem and thecompliments received from my patients
Who or what inspires you
My husband my childrenstep childrenand my family
My husband has achieved 51 yearsworking without a break the children haveall aspired to what they wanted to do twoof them have university degrees and myfamily are an amazing group of people tobe around
Meal out or takeaway in front of theTV
Meal out Whatrsquos your favourite holidaydestination
Anywhere warm with blue skies Who would be your 3 dream dinnerguests
George Michael Micky Flannagan andNeil Armstrong
Click here to take part in our 5 minutes with feature
Booking and Scheduling Team
We will be shining the spotlight on our Hidden Heroes who are busy working behind thescenes to support our colleagues on the frontline Those of you who may not be visible onthe shop floor but who all play a crucial role and help to keep our organisation running andmake what we do on the frontline possible
Our Hidden Heroes campaign will celebrate the contribution our NCA Family make in ourhospitals and out in the community ensuring our day to day operations run smoothly
We have a centralised booking team based at Rochdale Infirmary and a team basedat Salford Throughout the pandemic the booking clerks have contacted patients to eithercancel procedures in theatresoutpatient appointments or re-arrange face to faceappointments to telephone and video conferencing to ensure patients did not have toattend the hospital sites
The team have provided support and reassurance to patients who have been quite upsetabout the cancellations and have also provided reassurance to patients that need to beseen informing them of the safe measures that are in place and what the hospitalexperience would be like for themthinspThe booking processes had to be re-designed and theteam needed to inform patients about having swabs and the preparation required beforecoming into the hospital for surgery
The team have also been responsible for booking the staff testing programmes for all thecare organisations at the NCA which is a new way of working for themthinsp
The teams have continued to work hard and have adapted quickly to changes due toCovid-19 making sure patientsthinspare kept informed about their appointments
Matthew Emery Digital (Application Support) IMampT Salford
This is your chance to give a lsquoshout outrsquo to your colleagues - celebrate those who aregoing above and beyond thank someone who has really made your day shine a light on acolleague who really makes a positive difference on your ward department or office
We have never met anyone quite like Matt He is extremely knowledgeable of all things ITand he is the most helpful person ever - professionally and personally Nothing is too muchtrouble He goes out of his way to help whether itrsquos within his job role or not He alwayskeeps you in the loop
Matt had a difficult year yet remains as helpful and friendly as ever Whilst he was away itfelt like we had lost a pivotal part of the team He is so humble I hope this makes himrealise just how appreciated he is - Hayley Nuttall Clinical Workforce Transformation
A token of our appreciation for all that you have done
A couple of months ago we asked you what we (NCA) could do to recognise all of the
Submit your nominations here
hard work and dedication you have shown during the recent pandemic
We were really pleased to hear from many of you and you had some great ideas Some ofthese are still being worked through but one of your ideas to have a badge that all staffcan wear as a memento of this time has now been produced
You may remember we held a competition to design the winning badge ndash won by one ofour Heywood Middleton and Rochdale Health Visitors Emma Carey
Emmarsquos design cleverly incorporates something that represents our NCA family and if youlook closely you can spot the mask
Badges have now been distributed to local HR teams across the NCA and they will be intouch with wards and departments to arrange for you to collect your badges for your team
Thank you to everyone for all their efforts during an unprecedented challenge and for yourongoing contribution while we care for our patients in a different world
If you would like to arrange collection of your badge please speak to your local HRBusiness Partner (details can be found here)
For extra stocks of badges please contact Emma Turner Communications Manageremmaturnerpatnhsuk
Pride Week Have you made a pledge to be an LGBTQ+ ally
Itrsquos LGBTQ+ Pride Week and teams across the Northern Care Alliance have beencelebrating Pride all week by making a pledge and getting involved with a range of greatactivities organised by our LGBTQ+ staff networks
Pride Week helps to shine a light on the experiences of our LGBTQ+ colleagues and thefantastic work that is taking place via our staff networks to identify improvements to ensureour organisation is able to meet the needs of LGBTQ+ staff and patients and reduce theinequalities people face across our communities
The theme of this yearrsquos Pride is lsquoMarch for Peacersquo and there is a clear call for strongauthentic allyship and for us all to come together respect the labels embrace differenceand the right for everyone to be able to live their lives the way they want to in peace
Did you know that 25 of LGBTQ+ people have experienced some form of discriminationrelated to their sexuality from healthcare staff rising to 60 in transgendered people(Stonewall 2018)
A recent ED staff survey undertaken at Salford Care Organisation by Katie Hemmings-Trigg and Sarah Cottams has highlighted that there is a clear need for better educationamongst our staff across all grades about issues affecting our LGBTQ+ and transcolleagues As a result the ED team are now working with the Equality and Diversity teamand LGBT Forum to look at ways to raise awareness and educate staff with short bites oftraining at handover
Why not make a pledge this Pride Week to support our LGBTQ+ staff and patients bycommitting to be an ally Being an ally means being more aware of your personal impactaccepting how others feel asking questions when yoursquore not sure and challengingcomments and behaviours which are discriminatory Download a pledge card here
If yoursquod like to find out more about how you can join one of the NCArsquos LGBTQ+ staffnetworks please contact Oliver Butterworth at oliverbutterworthpatnhsuk or MoneezaIqbal at Moneezaiqbalsrftnhsuk
Appeal for volunteer responders
As we continue to keep our patients in contact with their loved ones during thepandemic we are appealing for new volunteer responders from across the NCA
The responders will help to deliver parcels and letters to wards after they have beendropped off by family and friends to ensure our patients can keep in touch with those whoare unable to visit due to the ongoing visiting restrictions
Volunteer placements are now available across the Northern Care Alliance for the familyand friends of our staff members
Lucy Boulter Volunteer Service Manager and Volunteer Operational Lead for the NCAsaid ldquoWe know that our patients and loved ones will be finding it very difficult spending somuch time apart so we hope that by introducing our volunteer responders it will providesome reassurance that the wellbeing of our patients remains our top priorityrdquo
Volunteer responders are non-patient facing and will receive appropriate infectionprevention and control training including any necessary PPE training There are limitedplaces available and the roles will be offered on a first come first served basis
For more information please contact volunteersrftnhsuk
Submit your news
Support available for NHS staff
Supporting our NHS staff is now more important than ever NHS Employers have a numberof health and wellbeing resources for individuals and teams offers and toolkits that mayhelp yourself and your staff now and in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic
To access the resources click here
Feedback from email Irsquove actually started a career as a learning disabilities support worker in the Salfordcommunity with Turning Point The confidence and self-esteem I gained from my work experienceplacement at SRFT was second to none in helping me discover this new career option After a period ofunemployment I never thought I would return to work again but I have such fond memories of my timeshadowing the Medical Therapies teams My advice is never let lifersquos circumstances hold you back and ifyou enjoy something-do it
Feedback from letter I would like to show my appreciation for the staff at Rochdale and Oldham hospitalsfor the most professional manner in which they recently dealt with my medical careTheir care for me wassimply exemplary and my expectations were exceeded by far especially in these testing times of Covid-19 It is so reassuring as a patient to experience such quality of health care
Feedback from Care Opinion Today I attended the Bury integrated MSK service An assessment of myproblem was determined by an advanced physiotherapy practitioner In addition to further investigations Ihave been given advice on how to help my problem pending the outcome of these investigations I wasextremely impressed with how this appointment was conducted I wasnt aware of this service before myGP recommended it I would give it 5 stars without hesitation
Feedback from Care Opinion One day in August 2020 I was dizzy I arrived at AampE and was sent straightto Urgent Care Dept Wow I was seen within minutes and sent for an MRI Scan The doctor then came togive me the results and suggested I should be sent to Fairfield Stroke Unit I was then put on a stretcherand waited no more than 10 minutes and was in an ambulance taking me to Fairfield Hospital I cantthank the nursing staff and the doctor in Urgent Care and AampE depts enough for getting me through thesystem They were all fantastic and fast Thank you all very much
Feedback from Facebook First I would like to thank all the nurses and staff on H2 at Salford My unclewas under there care nothing was too much for them Anything we wanted they were so helpful to usSadly my uncle Victor passed away and they still gave us comfort and reassurance Thank you again H2from the family of Victor
VivupJob VacanciesCoffee Break (PAT)Coffee Break (Salford)Positive Media Coverage
NHS OffersE-learning (Pennine)E-learning (Salford)Car LeasingPress Releases
Forward
Copyright copy Northern Care Alliance 2020
Want to change how you receive these emailsYou can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list
Click here to feedback on Connect
Our new 5 minutes with feature will giveyou the chance to get to know yourcolleagues across the NCA This week we asked Sue Garner MedicalSecretary in the Neurosurgery Dept atSalford some questions so you can get toknow her a bit better Describe your job in 3 words
Challenging hard work and rewarding
What is your career highlight so far
Working alongside the best consultantsand departmental team knowing that mymanagement team are there for me foreven the slightest problem and thecompliments received from my patients
Who or what inspires you
My husband my childrenstep childrenand my family
My husband has achieved 51 yearsworking without a break the children haveall aspired to what they wanted to do twoof them have university degrees and myfamily are an amazing group of people tobe around
Meal out or takeaway in front of theTV
Meal out Whatrsquos your favourite holidaydestination
Anywhere warm with blue skies Who would be your 3 dream dinnerguests
George Michael Micky Flannagan andNeil Armstrong
Click here to take part in our 5 minutes with feature
Booking and Scheduling Team
We will be shining the spotlight on our Hidden Heroes who are busy working behind thescenes to support our colleagues on the frontline Those of you who may not be visible onthe shop floor but who all play a crucial role and help to keep our organisation running andmake what we do on the frontline possible
Our Hidden Heroes campaign will celebrate the contribution our NCA Family make in ourhospitals and out in the community ensuring our day to day operations run smoothly
We have a centralised booking team based at Rochdale Infirmary and a team basedat Salford Throughout the pandemic the booking clerks have contacted patients to eithercancel procedures in theatresoutpatient appointments or re-arrange face to faceappointments to telephone and video conferencing to ensure patients did not have toattend the hospital sites
The team have provided support and reassurance to patients who have been quite upsetabout the cancellations and have also provided reassurance to patients that need to beseen informing them of the safe measures that are in place and what the hospitalexperience would be like for themthinspThe booking processes had to be re-designed and theteam needed to inform patients about having swabs and the preparation required beforecoming into the hospital for surgery
The team have also been responsible for booking the staff testing programmes for all thecare organisations at the NCA which is a new way of working for themthinsp
The teams have continued to work hard and have adapted quickly to changes due toCovid-19 making sure patientsthinspare kept informed about their appointments
Matthew Emery Digital (Application Support) IMampT Salford
This is your chance to give a lsquoshout outrsquo to your colleagues - celebrate those who aregoing above and beyond thank someone who has really made your day shine a light on acolleague who really makes a positive difference on your ward department or office
We have never met anyone quite like Matt He is extremely knowledgeable of all things ITand he is the most helpful person ever - professionally and personally Nothing is too muchtrouble He goes out of his way to help whether itrsquos within his job role or not He alwayskeeps you in the loop
Matt had a difficult year yet remains as helpful and friendly as ever Whilst he was away itfelt like we had lost a pivotal part of the team He is so humble I hope this makes himrealise just how appreciated he is - Hayley Nuttall Clinical Workforce Transformation
A token of our appreciation for all that you have done
A couple of months ago we asked you what we (NCA) could do to recognise all of the
Submit your nominations here
hard work and dedication you have shown during the recent pandemic
We were really pleased to hear from many of you and you had some great ideas Some ofthese are still being worked through but one of your ideas to have a badge that all staffcan wear as a memento of this time has now been produced
You may remember we held a competition to design the winning badge ndash won by one ofour Heywood Middleton and Rochdale Health Visitors Emma Carey
Emmarsquos design cleverly incorporates something that represents our NCA family and if youlook closely you can spot the mask
Badges have now been distributed to local HR teams across the NCA and they will be intouch with wards and departments to arrange for you to collect your badges for your team
Thank you to everyone for all their efforts during an unprecedented challenge and for yourongoing contribution while we care for our patients in a different world
If you would like to arrange collection of your badge please speak to your local HRBusiness Partner (details can be found here)
For extra stocks of badges please contact Emma Turner Communications Manageremmaturnerpatnhsuk
Pride Week Have you made a pledge to be an LGBTQ+ ally
Itrsquos LGBTQ+ Pride Week and teams across the Northern Care Alliance have beencelebrating Pride all week by making a pledge and getting involved with a range of greatactivities organised by our LGBTQ+ staff networks
Pride Week helps to shine a light on the experiences of our LGBTQ+ colleagues and thefantastic work that is taking place via our staff networks to identify improvements to ensureour organisation is able to meet the needs of LGBTQ+ staff and patients and reduce theinequalities people face across our communities
The theme of this yearrsquos Pride is lsquoMarch for Peacersquo and there is a clear call for strongauthentic allyship and for us all to come together respect the labels embrace differenceand the right for everyone to be able to live their lives the way they want to in peace
Did you know that 25 of LGBTQ+ people have experienced some form of discriminationrelated to their sexuality from healthcare staff rising to 60 in transgendered people(Stonewall 2018)
A recent ED staff survey undertaken at Salford Care Organisation by Katie Hemmings-Trigg and Sarah Cottams has highlighted that there is a clear need for better educationamongst our staff across all grades about issues affecting our LGBTQ+ and transcolleagues As a result the ED team are now working with the Equality and Diversity teamand LGBT Forum to look at ways to raise awareness and educate staff with short bites oftraining at handover
Why not make a pledge this Pride Week to support our LGBTQ+ staff and patients bycommitting to be an ally Being an ally means being more aware of your personal impactaccepting how others feel asking questions when yoursquore not sure and challengingcomments and behaviours which are discriminatory Download a pledge card here
If yoursquod like to find out more about how you can join one of the NCArsquos LGBTQ+ staffnetworks please contact Oliver Butterworth at oliverbutterworthpatnhsuk or MoneezaIqbal at Moneezaiqbalsrftnhsuk
Appeal for volunteer responders
As we continue to keep our patients in contact with their loved ones during thepandemic we are appealing for new volunteer responders from across the NCA
The responders will help to deliver parcels and letters to wards after they have beendropped off by family and friends to ensure our patients can keep in touch with those whoare unable to visit due to the ongoing visiting restrictions
Volunteer placements are now available across the Northern Care Alliance for the familyand friends of our staff members
Lucy Boulter Volunteer Service Manager and Volunteer Operational Lead for the NCAsaid ldquoWe know that our patients and loved ones will be finding it very difficult spending somuch time apart so we hope that by introducing our volunteer responders it will providesome reassurance that the wellbeing of our patients remains our top priorityrdquo
Volunteer responders are non-patient facing and will receive appropriate infectionprevention and control training including any necessary PPE training There are limitedplaces available and the roles will be offered on a first come first served basis
For more information please contact volunteersrftnhsuk
Submit your news
Support available for NHS staff
Supporting our NHS staff is now more important than ever NHS Employers have a numberof health and wellbeing resources for individuals and teams offers and toolkits that mayhelp yourself and your staff now and in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic
To access the resources click here
Feedback from email Irsquove actually started a career as a learning disabilities support worker in the Salfordcommunity with Turning Point The confidence and self-esteem I gained from my work experienceplacement at SRFT was second to none in helping me discover this new career option After a period ofunemployment I never thought I would return to work again but I have such fond memories of my timeshadowing the Medical Therapies teams My advice is never let lifersquos circumstances hold you back and ifyou enjoy something-do it
Feedback from letter I would like to show my appreciation for the staff at Rochdale and Oldham hospitalsfor the most professional manner in which they recently dealt with my medical careTheir care for me wassimply exemplary and my expectations were exceeded by far especially in these testing times of Covid-19 It is so reassuring as a patient to experience such quality of health care
Feedback from Care Opinion Today I attended the Bury integrated MSK service An assessment of myproblem was determined by an advanced physiotherapy practitioner In addition to further investigations Ihave been given advice on how to help my problem pending the outcome of these investigations I wasextremely impressed with how this appointment was conducted I wasnt aware of this service before myGP recommended it I would give it 5 stars without hesitation
Feedback from Care Opinion One day in August 2020 I was dizzy I arrived at AampE and was sent straightto Urgent Care Dept Wow I was seen within minutes and sent for an MRI Scan The doctor then came togive me the results and suggested I should be sent to Fairfield Stroke Unit I was then put on a stretcherand waited no more than 10 minutes and was in an ambulance taking me to Fairfield Hospital I cantthank the nursing staff and the doctor in Urgent Care and AampE depts enough for getting me through thesystem They were all fantastic and fast Thank you all very much
Feedback from Facebook First I would like to thank all the nurses and staff on H2 at Salford My unclewas under there care nothing was too much for them Anything we wanted they were so helpful to usSadly my uncle Victor passed away and they still gave us comfort and reassurance Thank you again H2from the family of Victor
VivupJob VacanciesCoffee Break (PAT)Coffee Break (Salford)Positive Media Coverage
NHS OffersE-learning (Pennine)E-learning (Salford)Car LeasingPress Releases
Forward
Copyright copy Northern Care Alliance 2020
Want to change how you receive these emailsYou can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list
Click here to feedback on Connect
Booking and Scheduling Team
We will be shining the spotlight on our Hidden Heroes who are busy working behind thescenes to support our colleagues on the frontline Those of you who may not be visible onthe shop floor but who all play a crucial role and help to keep our organisation running andmake what we do on the frontline possible
Our Hidden Heroes campaign will celebrate the contribution our NCA Family make in ourhospitals and out in the community ensuring our day to day operations run smoothly
We have a centralised booking team based at Rochdale Infirmary and a team basedat Salford Throughout the pandemic the booking clerks have contacted patients to eithercancel procedures in theatresoutpatient appointments or re-arrange face to faceappointments to telephone and video conferencing to ensure patients did not have toattend the hospital sites
The team have provided support and reassurance to patients who have been quite upsetabout the cancellations and have also provided reassurance to patients that need to beseen informing them of the safe measures that are in place and what the hospitalexperience would be like for themthinspThe booking processes had to be re-designed and theteam needed to inform patients about having swabs and the preparation required beforecoming into the hospital for surgery
The team have also been responsible for booking the staff testing programmes for all thecare organisations at the NCA which is a new way of working for themthinsp
The teams have continued to work hard and have adapted quickly to changes due toCovid-19 making sure patientsthinspare kept informed about their appointments
Matthew Emery Digital (Application Support) IMampT Salford
This is your chance to give a lsquoshout outrsquo to your colleagues - celebrate those who aregoing above and beyond thank someone who has really made your day shine a light on acolleague who really makes a positive difference on your ward department or office
We have never met anyone quite like Matt He is extremely knowledgeable of all things ITand he is the most helpful person ever - professionally and personally Nothing is too muchtrouble He goes out of his way to help whether itrsquos within his job role or not He alwayskeeps you in the loop
Matt had a difficult year yet remains as helpful and friendly as ever Whilst he was away itfelt like we had lost a pivotal part of the team He is so humble I hope this makes himrealise just how appreciated he is - Hayley Nuttall Clinical Workforce Transformation
A token of our appreciation for all that you have done
A couple of months ago we asked you what we (NCA) could do to recognise all of the
Submit your nominations here
hard work and dedication you have shown during the recent pandemic
We were really pleased to hear from many of you and you had some great ideas Some ofthese are still being worked through but one of your ideas to have a badge that all staffcan wear as a memento of this time has now been produced
You may remember we held a competition to design the winning badge ndash won by one ofour Heywood Middleton and Rochdale Health Visitors Emma Carey
Emmarsquos design cleverly incorporates something that represents our NCA family and if youlook closely you can spot the mask
Badges have now been distributed to local HR teams across the NCA and they will be intouch with wards and departments to arrange for you to collect your badges for your team
Thank you to everyone for all their efforts during an unprecedented challenge and for yourongoing contribution while we care for our patients in a different world
If you would like to arrange collection of your badge please speak to your local HRBusiness Partner (details can be found here)
For extra stocks of badges please contact Emma Turner Communications Manageremmaturnerpatnhsuk
Pride Week Have you made a pledge to be an LGBTQ+ ally
Itrsquos LGBTQ+ Pride Week and teams across the Northern Care Alliance have beencelebrating Pride all week by making a pledge and getting involved with a range of greatactivities organised by our LGBTQ+ staff networks
Pride Week helps to shine a light on the experiences of our LGBTQ+ colleagues and thefantastic work that is taking place via our staff networks to identify improvements to ensureour organisation is able to meet the needs of LGBTQ+ staff and patients and reduce theinequalities people face across our communities
The theme of this yearrsquos Pride is lsquoMarch for Peacersquo and there is a clear call for strongauthentic allyship and for us all to come together respect the labels embrace differenceand the right for everyone to be able to live their lives the way they want to in peace
Did you know that 25 of LGBTQ+ people have experienced some form of discriminationrelated to their sexuality from healthcare staff rising to 60 in transgendered people(Stonewall 2018)
A recent ED staff survey undertaken at Salford Care Organisation by Katie Hemmings-Trigg and Sarah Cottams has highlighted that there is a clear need for better educationamongst our staff across all grades about issues affecting our LGBTQ+ and transcolleagues As a result the ED team are now working with the Equality and Diversity teamand LGBT Forum to look at ways to raise awareness and educate staff with short bites oftraining at handover
Why not make a pledge this Pride Week to support our LGBTQ+ staff and patients bycommitting to be an ally Being an ally means being more aware of your personal impactaccepting how others feel asking questions when yoursquore not sure and challengingcomments and behaviours which are discriminatory Download a pledge card here
If yoursquod like to find out more about how you can join one of the NCArsquos LGBTQ+ staffnetworks please contact Oliver Butterworth at oliverbutterworthpatnhsuk or MoneezaIqbal at Moneezaiqbalsrftnhsuk
Appeal for volunteer responders
As we continue to keep our patients in contact with their loved ones during thepandemic we are appealing for new volunteer responders from across the NCA
The responders will help to deliver parcels and letters to wards after they have beendropped off by family and friends to ensure our patients can keep in touch with those whoare unable to visit due to the ongoing visiting restrictions
Volunteer placements are now available across the Northern Care Alliance for the familyand friends of our staff members
Lucy Boulter Volunteer Service Manager and Volunteer Operational Lead for the NCAsaid ldquoWe know that our patients and loved ones will be finding it very difficult spending somuch time apart so we hope that by introducing our volunteer responders it will providesome reassurance that the wellbeing of our patients remains our top priorityrdquo
Volunteer responders are non-patient facing and will receive appropriate infectionprevention and control training including any necessary PPE training There are limitedplaces available and the roles will be offered on a first come first served basis
For more information please contact volunteersrftnhsuk
Submit your news
Support available for NHS staff
Supporting our NHS staff is now more important than ever NHS Employers have a numberof health and wellbeing resources for individuals and teams offers and toolkits that mayhelp yourself and your staff now and in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic
To access the resources click here
Feedback from email Irsquove actually started a career as a learning disabilities support worker in the Salfordcommunity with Turning Point The confidence and self-esteem I gained from my work experienceplacement at SRFT was second to none in helping me discover this new career option After a period ofunemployment I never thought I would return to work again but I have such fond memories of my timeshadowing the Medical Therapies teams My advice is never let lifersquos circumstances hold you back and ifyou enjoy something-do it
Feedback from letter I would like to show my appreciation for the staff at Rochdale and Oldham hospitalsfor the most professional manner in which they recently dealt with my medical careTheir care for me wassimply exemplary and my expectations were exceeded by far especially in these testing times of Covid-19 It is so reassuring as a patient to experience such quality of health care
Feedback from Care Opinion Today I attended the Bury integrated MSK service An assessment of myproblem was determined by an advanced physiotherapy practitioner In addition to further investigations Ihave been given advice on how to help my problem pending the outcome of these investigations I wasextremely impressed with how this appointment was conducted I wasnt aware of this service before myGP recommended it I would give it 5 stars without hesitation
Feedback from Care Opinion One day in August 2020 I was dizzy I arrived at AampE and was sent straightto Urgent Care Dept Wow I was seen within minutes and sent for an MRI Scan The doctor then came togive me the results and suggested I should be sent to Fairfield Stroke Unit I was then put on a stretcherand waited no more than 10 minutes and was in an ambulance taking me to Fairfield Hospital I cantthank the nursing staff and the doctor in Urgent Care and AampE depts enough for getting me through thesystem They were all fantastic and fast Thank you all very much
Feedback from Facebook First I would like to thank all the nurses and staff on H2 at Salford My unclewas under there care nothing was too much for them Anything we wanted they were so helpful to usSadly my uncle Victor passed away and they still gave us comfort and reassurance Thank you again H2from the family of Victor
VivupJob VacanciesCoffee Break (PAT)Coffee Break (Salford)Positive Media Coverage
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This is your chance to give a lsquoshout outrsquo to your colleagues - celebrate those who aregoing above and beyond thank someone who has really made your day shine a light on acolleague who really makes a positive difference on your ward department or office
We have never met anyone quite like Matt He is extremely knowledgeable of all things ITand he is the most helpful person ever - professionally and personally Nothing is too muchtrouble He goes out of his way to help whether itrsquos within his job role or not He alwayskeeps you in the loop
Matt had a difficult year yet remains as helpful and friendly as ever Whilst he was away itfelt like we had lost a pivotal part of the team He is so humble I hope this makes himrealise just how appreciated he is - Hayley Nuttall Clinical Workforce Transformation
A token of our appreciation for all that you have done
A couple of months ago we asked you what we (NCA) could do to recognise all of the
Submit your nominations here
hard work and dedication you have shown during the recent pandemic
We were really pleased to hear from many of you and you had some great ideas Some ofthese are still being worked through but one of your ideas to have a badge that all staffcan wear as a memento of this time has now been produced
You may remember we held a competition to design the winning badge ndash won by one ofour Heywood Middleton and Rochdale Health Visitors Emma Carey
Emmarsquos design cleverly incorporates something that represents our NCA family and if youlook closely you can spot the mask
Badges have now been distributed to local HR teams across the NCA and they will be intouch with wards and departments to arrange for you to collect your badges for your team
Thank you to everyone for all their efforts during an unprecedented challenge and for yourongoing contribution while we care for our patients in a different world
If you would like to arrange collection of your badge please speak to your local HRBusiness Partner (details can be found here)
For extra stocks of badges please contact Emma Turner Communications Manageremmaturnerpatnhsuk
Pride Week Have you made a pledge to be an LGBTQ+ ally
Itrsquos LGBTQ+ Pride Week and teams across the Northern Care Alliance have beencelebrating Pride all week by making a pledge and getting involved with a range of greatactivities organised by our LGBTQ+ staff networks
Pride Week helps to shine a light on the experiences of our LGBTQ+ colleagues and thefantastic work that is taking place via our staff networks to identify improvements to ensureour organisation is able to meet the needs of LGBTQ+ staff and patients and reduce theinequalities people face across our communities
The theme of this yearrsquos Pride is lsquoMarch for Peacersquo and there is a clear call for strongauthentic allyship and for us all to come together respect the labels embrace differenceand the right for everyone to be able to live their lives the way they want to in peace
Did you know that 25 of LGBTQ+ people have experienced some form of discriminationrelated to their sexuality from healthcare staff rising to 60 in transgendered people(Stonewall 2018)
A recent ED staff survey undertaken at Salford Care Organisation by Katie Hemmings-Trigg and Sarah Cottams has highlighted that there is a clear need for better educationamongst our staff across all grades about issues affecting our LGBTQ+ and transcolleagues As a result the ED team are now working with the Equality and Diversity teamand LGBT Forum to look at ways to raise awareness and educate staff with short bites oftraining at handover
Why not make a pledge this Pride Week to support our LGBTQ+ staff and patients bycommitting to be an ally Being an ally means being more aware of your personal impactaccepting how others feel asking questions when yoursquore not sure and challengingcomments and behaviours which are discriminatory Download a pledge card here
If yoursquod like to find out more about how you can join one of the NCArsquos LGBTQ+ staffnetworks please contact Oliver Butterworth at oliverbutterworthpatnhsuk or MoneezaIqbal at Moneezaiqbalsrftnhsuk
Appeal for volunteer responders
As we continue to keep our patients in contact with their loved ones during thepandemic we are appealing for new volunteer responders from across the NCA
The responders will help to deliver parcels and letters to wards after they have beendropped off by family and friends to ensure our patients can keep in touch with those whoare unable to visit due to the ongoing visiting restrictions
Volunteer placements are now available across the Northern Care Alliance for the familyand friends of our staff members
Lucy Boulter Volunteer Service Manager and Volunteer Operational Lead for the NCAsaid ldquoWe know that our patients and loved ones will be finding it very difficult spending somuch time apart so we hope that by introducing our volunteer responders it will providesome reassurance that the wellbeing of our patients remains our top priorityrdquo
Volunteer responders are non-patient facing and will receive appropriate infectionprevention and control training including any necessary PPE training There are limitedplaces available and the roles will be offered on a first come first served basis
For more information please contact volunteersrftnhsuk
Submit your news
Support available for NHS staff
Supporting our NHS staff is now more important than ever NHS Employers have a numberof health and wellbeing resources for individuals and teams offers and toolkits that mayhelp yourself and your staff now and in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic
To access the resources click here
Feedback from email Irsquove actually started a career as a learning disabilities support worker in the Salfordcommunity with Turning Point The confidence and self-esteem I gained from my work experienceplacement at SRFT was second to none in helping me discover this new career option After a period ofunemployment I never thought I would return to work again but I have such fond memories of my timeshadowing the Medical Therapies teams My advice is never let lifersquos circumstances hold you back and ifyou enjoy something-do it
Feedback from letter I would like to show my appreciation for the staff at Rochdale and Oldham hospitalsfor the most professional manner in which they recently dealt with my medical careTheir care for me wassimply exemplary and my expectations were exceeded by far especially in these testing times of Covid-19 It is so reassuring as a patient to experience such quality of health care
Feedback from Care Opinion Today I attended the Bury integrated MSK service An assessment of myproblem was determined by an advanced physiotherapy practitioner In addition to further investigations Ihave been given advice on how to help my problem pending the outcome of these investigations I wasextremely impressed with how this appointment was conducted I wasnt aware of this service before myGP recommended it I would give it 5 stars without hesitation
Feedback from Care Opinion One day in August 2020 I was dizzy I arrived at AampE and was sent straightto Urgent Care Dept Wow I was seen within minutes and sent for an MRI Scan The doctor then came togive me the results and suggested I should be sent to Fairfield Stroke Unit I was then put on a stretcherand waited no more than 10 minutes and was in an ambulance taking me to Fairfield Hospital I cantthank the nursing staff and the doctor in Urgent Care and AampE depts enough for getting me through thesystem They were all fantastic and fast Thank you all very much
Feedback from Facebook First I would like to thank all the nurses and staff on H2 at Salford My unclewas under there care nothing was too much for them Anything we wanted they were so helpful to usSadly my uncle Victor passed away and they still gave us comfort and reassurance Thank you again H2from the family of Victor
VivupJob VacanciesCoffee Break (PAT)Coffee Break (Salford)Positive Media Coverage
NHS OffersE-learning (Pennine)E-learning (Salford)Car LeasingPress Releases
Forward
Copyright copy Northern Care Alliance 2020
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Click here to feedback on Connect
hard work and dedication you have shown during the recent pandemic
We were really pleased to hear from many of you and you had some great ideas Some ofthese are still being worked through but one of your ideas to have a badge that all staffcan wear as a memento of this time has now been produced
You may remember we held a competition to design the winning badge ndash won by one ofour Heywood Middleton and Rochdale Health Visitors Emma Carey
Emmarsquos design cleverly incorporates something that represents our NCA family and if youlook closely you can spot the mask
Badges have now been distributed to local HR teams across the NCA and they will be intouch with wards and departments to arrange for you to collect your badges for your team
Thank you to everyone for all their efforts during an unprecedented challenge and for yourongoing contribution while we care for our patients in a different world
If you would like to arrange collection of your badge please speak to your local HRBusiness Partner (details can be found here)
For extra stocks of badges please contact Emma Turner Communications Manageremmaturnerpatnhsuk
Pride Week Have you made a pledge to be an LGBTQ+ ally
Itrsquos LGBTQ+ Pride Week and teams across the Northern Care Alliance have beencelebrating Pride all week by making a pledge and getting involved with a range of greatactivities organised by our LGBTQ+ staff networks
Pride Week helps to shine a light on the experiences of our LGBTQ+ colleagues and thefantastic work that is taking place via our staff networks to identify improvements to ensureour organisation is able to meet the needs of LGBTQ+ staff and patients and reduce theinequalities people face across our communities
The theme of this yearrsquos Pride is lsquoMarch for Peacersquo and there is a clear call for strongauthentic allyship and for us all to come together respect the labels embrace differenceand the right for everyone to be able to live their lives the way they want to in peace
Did you know that 25 of LGBTQ+ people have experienced some form of discriminationrelated to their sexuality from healthcare staff rising to 60 in transgendered people(Stonewall 2018)
A recent ED staff survey undertaken at Salford Care Organisation by Katie Hemmings-Trigg and Sarah Cottams has highlighted that there is a clear need for better educationamongst our staff across all grades about issues affecting our LGBTQ+ and transcolleagues As a result the ED team are now working with the Equality and Diversity teamand LGBT Forum to look at ways to raise awareness and educate staff with short bites oftraining at handover
Why not make a pledge this Pride Week to support our LGBTQ+ staff and patients bycommitting to be an ally Being an ally means being more aware of your personal impactaccepting how others feel asking questions when yoursquore not sure and challengingcomments and behaviours which are discriminatory Download a pledge card here
If yoursquod like to find out more about how you can join one of the NCArsquos LGBTQ+ staffnetworks please contact Oliver Butterworth at oliverbutterworthpatnhsuk or MoneezaIqbal at Moneezaiqbalsrftnhsuk
Appeal for volunteer responders
As we continue to keep our patients in contact with their loved ones during thepandemic we are appealing for new volunteer responders from across the NCA
The responders will help to deliver parcels and letters to wards after they have beendropped off by family and friends to ensure our patients can keep in touch with those whoare unable to visit due to the ongoing visiting restrictions
Volunteer placements are now available across the Northern Care Alliance for the familyand friends of our staff members
Lucy Boulter Volunteer Service Manager and Volunteer Operational Lead for the NCAsaid ldquoWe know that our patients and loved ones will be finding it very difficult spending somuch time apart so we hope that by introducing our volunteer responders it will providesome reassurance that the wellbeing of our patients remains our top priorityrdquo
Volunteer responders are non-patient facing and will receive appropriate infectionprevention and control training including any necessary PPE training There are limitedplaces available and the roles will be offered on a first come first served basis
For more information please contact volunteersrftnhsuk
Submit your news
Support available for NHS staff
Supporting our NHS staff is now more important than ever NHS Employers have a numberof health and wellbeing resources for individuals and teams offers and toolkits that mayhelp yourself and your staff now and in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic
To access the resources click here
Feedback from email Irsquove actually started a career as a learning disabilities support worker in the Salfordcommunity with Turning Point The confidence and self-esteem I gained from my work experienceplacement at SRFT was second to none in helping me discover this new career option After a period ofunemployment I never thought I would return to work again but I have such fond memories of my timeshadowing the Medical Therapies teams My advice is never let lifersquos circumstances hold you back and ifyou enjoy something-do it
Feedback from letter I would like to show my appreciation for the staff at Rochdale and Oldham hospitalsfor the most professional manner in which they recently dealt with my medical careTheir care for me wassimply exemplary and my expectations were exceeded by far especially in these testing times of Covid-19 It is so reassuring as a patient to experience such quality of health care
Feedback from Care Opinion Today I attended the Bury integrated MSK service An assessment of myproblem was determined by an advanced physiotherapy practitioner In addition to further investigations Ihave been given advice on how to help my problem pending the outcome of these investigations I wasextremely impressed with how this appointment was conducted I wasnt aware of this service before myGP recommended it I would give it 5 stars without hesitation
Feedback from Care Opinion One day in August 2020 I was dizzy I arrived at AampE and was sent straightto Urgent Care Dept Wow I was seen within minutes and sent for an MRI Scan The doctor then came togive me the results and suggested I should be sent to Fairfield Stroke Unit I was then put on a stretcherand waited no more than 10 minutes and was in an ambulance taking me to Fairfield Hospital I cantthank the nursing staff and the doctor in Urgent Care and AampE depts enough for getting me through thesystem They were all fantastic and fast Thank you all very much
Feedback from Facebook First I would like to thank all the nurses and staff on H2 at Salford My unclewas under there care nothing was too much for them Anything we wanted they were so helpful to usSadly my uncle Victor passed away and they still gave us comfort and reassurance Thank you again H2from the family of Victor
VivupJob VacanciesCoffee Break (PAT)Coffee Break (Salford)Positive Media Coverage
NHS OffersE-learning (Pennine)E-learning (Salford)Car LeasingPress Releases
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Click here to feedback on Connect
A recent ED staff survey undertaken at Salford Care Organisation by Katie Hemmings-Trigg and Sarah Cottams has highlighted that there is a clear need for better educationamongst our staff across all grades about issues affecting our LGBTQ+ and transcolleagues As a result the ED team are now working with the Equality and Diversity teamand LGBT Forum to look at ways to raise awareness and educate staff with short bites oftraining at handover
Why not make a pledge this Pride Week to support our LGBTQ+ staff and patients bycommitting to be an ally Being an ally means being more aware of your personal impactaccepting how others feel asking questions when yoursquore not sure and challengingcomments and behaviours which are discriminatory Download a pledge card here
If yoursquod like to find out more about how you can join one of the NCArsquos LGBTQ+ staffnetworks please contact Oliver Butterworth at oliverbutterworthpatnhsuk or MoneezaIqbal at Moneezaiqbalsrftnhsuk
Appeal for volunteer responders
As we continue to keep our patients in contact with their loved ones during thepandemic we are appealing for new volunteer responders from across the NCA
The responders will help to deliver parcels and letters to wards after they have beendropped off by family and friends to ensure our patients can keep in touch with those whoare unable to visit due to the ongoing visiting restrictions
Volunteer placements are now available across the Northern Care Alliance for the familyand friends of our staff members
Lucy Boulter Volunteer Service Manager and Volunteer Operational Lead for the NCAsaid ldquoWe know that our patients and loved ones will be finding it very difficult spending somuch time apart so we hope that by introducing our volunteer responders it will providesome reassurance that the wellbeing of our patients remains our top priorityrdquo
Volunteer responders are non-patient facing and will receive appropriate infectionprevention and control training including any necessary PPE training There are limitedplaces available and the roles will be offered on a first come first served basis
For more information please contact volunteersrftnhsuk
Submit your news
Support available for NHS staff
Supporting our NHS staff is now more important than ever NHS Employers have a numberof health and wellbeing resources for individuals and teams offers and toolkits that mayhelp yourself and your staff now and in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic
To access the resources click here
Feedback from email Irsquove actually started a career as a learning disabilities support worker in the Salfordcommunity with Turning Point The confidence and self-esteem I gained from my work experienceplacement at SRFT was second to none in helping me discover this new career option After a period ofunemployment I never thought I would return to work again but I have such fond memories of my timeshadowing the Medical Therapies teams My advice is never let lifersquos circumstances hold you back and ifyou enjoy something-do it
Feedback from letter I would like to show my appreciation for the staff at Rochdale and Oldham hospitalsfor the most professional manner in which they recently dealt with my medical careTheir care for me wassimply exemplary and my expectations were exceeded by far especially in these testing times of Covid-19 It is so reassuring as a patient to experience such quality of health care
Feedback from Care Opinion Today I attended the Bury integrated MSK service An assessment of myproblem was determined by an advanced physiotherapy practitioner In addition to further investigations Ihave been given advice on how to help my problem pending the outcome of these investigations I wasextremely impressed with how this appointment was conducted I wasnt aware of this service before myGP recommended it I would give it 5 stars without hesitation
Feedback from Care Opinion One day in August 2020 I was dizzy I arrived at AampE and was sent straightto Urgent Care Dept Wow I was seen within minutes and sent for an MRI Scan The doctor then came togive me the results and suggested I should be sent to Fairfield Stroke Unit I was then put on a stretcherand waited no more than 10 minutes and was in an ambulance taking me to Fairfield Hospital I cantthank the nursing staff and the doctor in Urgent Care and AampE depts enough for getting me through thesystem They were all fantastic and fast Thank you all very much
Feedback from Facebook First I would like to thank all the nurses and staff on H2 at Salford My unclewas under there care nothing was too much for them Anything we wanted they were so helpful to usSadly my uncle Victor passed away and they still gave us comfort and reassurance Thank you again H2from the family of Victor
VivupJob VacanciesCoffee Break (PAT)Coffee Break (Salford)Positive Media Coverage
NHS OffersE-learning (Pennine)E-learning (Salford)Car LeasingPress Releases
Forward
Copyright copy Northern Care Alliance 2020
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Click here to feedback on Connect
Support available for NHS staff
Supporting our NHS staff is now more important than ever NHS Employers have a numberof health and wellbeing resources for individuals and teams offers and toolkits that mayhelp yourself and your staff now and in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic
To access the resources click here
Feedback from email Irsquove actually started a career as a learning disabilities support worker in the Salfordcommunity with Turning Point The confidence and self-esteem I gained from my work experienceplacement at SRFT was second to none in helping me discover this new career option After a period ofunemployment I never thought I would return to work again but I have such fond memories of my timeshadowing the Medical Therapies teams My advice is never let lifersquos circumstances hold you back and ifyou enjoy something-do it
Feedback from letter I would like to show my appreciation for the staff at Rochdale and Oldham hospitalsfor the most professional manner in which they recently dealt with my medical careTheir care for me wassimply exemplary and my expectations were exceeded by far especially in these testing times of Covid-19 It is so reassuring as a patient to experience such quality of health care
Feedback from Care Opinion Today I attended the Bury integrated MSK service An assessment of myproblem was determined by an advanced physiotherapy practitioner In addition to further investigations Ihave been given advice on how to help my problem pending the outcome of these investigations I wasextremely impressed with how this appointment was conducted I wasnt aware of this service before myGP recommended it I would give it 5 stars without hesitation
Feedback from Care Opinion One day in August 2020 I was dizzy I arrived at AampE and was sent straightto Urgent Care Dept Wow I was seen within minutes and sent for an MRI Scan The doctor then came togive me the results and suggested I should be sent to Fairfield Stroke Unit I was then put on a stretcherand waited no more than 10 minutes and was in an ambulance taking me to Fairfield Hospital I cantthank the nursing staff and the doctor in Urgent Care and AampE depts enough for getting me through thesystem They were all fantastic and fast Thank you all very much
Feedback from Facebook First I would like to thank all the nurses and staff on H2 at Salford My unclewas under there care nothing was too much for them Anything we wanted they were so helpful to usSadly my uncle Victor passed away and they still gave us comfort and reassurance Thank you again H2from the family of Victor
VivupJob VacanciesCoffee Break (PAT)Coffee Break (Salford)Positive Media Coverage
NHS OffersE-learning (Pennine)E-learning (Salford)Car LeasingPress Releases
Forward
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Click here to feedback on Connect
VivupJob VacanciesCoffee Break (PAT)Coffee Break (Salford)Positive Media Coverage
NHS OffersE-learning (Pennine)E-learning (Salford)Car LeasingPress Releases
Forward
Copyright copy Northern Care Alliance 2020
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Click here to feedback on Connect