Torbay Hospital is to benefit from a new hoist to assist with moving patients, thanks to a donation of £4,000 from the League of Friends.
Christine Hinchliffe and Health Care Assistant Christina Weddall demonstrate the mobile hoist to Torbay Hospital's League of Friends.
The hoist which will be used in Outpatients, day surgery and the eye clinic will be significant in helping those who have to move people with restricted mobility. It has many uses and can be used to assist with the transfer of patients to and from beds, chairs, toilet or floor.
Christine Hinchliffe, Outpatients Sister, said: "This hoist will make a real difference to patients and those caring for them. As it is mobile it can be wheeled into position quickly and used in multiple locations. For staff it
means that they are able to move patients safely, without putting themselves or the patient at risk. The advantage to patients is that we can transfer them from place to another easily and efficiently, and with respect and dignity. We are very grateful to the League of Friends for raising the funds and donating such a valuable resource to the hospital."
David Hall, President of the Torbay's League of Friends, said: "The League is delighted to have supported the hospital once more. Today's demonstration of the mobile hoist has shown it will be a real asset across a number of treatment areas and teams."
