WHAT WE DO
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12 days of Christmas support for Teddington Memorial Hospital
Read more: 12 days of Christmas support for Teddington Memorial HospitalOur take on the 12 days of Christmas shows how you can help The Friends support Teddington Memorial Hospital. On the first day of Christmas, my true love sent to me, A donation to the League of Friends. On the second day of Christmas, my true love sent to me, Two LOF Christmas cards, And a donation to the League of Friends On the third day of Christmas, my true love sent to me Three Shop stocking fillers, Two LOF Christmas cards, And a donation to the League of Friends. On the fourth day of Christmas, my true…
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Our Volunteers at Christmas time 2022
Read more: Our Volunteers at Christmas time 2022We thank our lovely volunteers at Christmas time 2022 and our many supporters and members. Teddington Christmas Festival We want to say a big thank you to our volunteers, David, Peter and Steve, who braved the wind, wet and cold to volunteer on our stand at the Teddington Christmas Festival. We did a roaring trade in knitted toys and Christmas cards, so thank you to everyone who visited the stall, made a purchase or donated; much appreciated. We couldn’t have done it without the kind offer of a stall place from Teddington Methodist Church; many thanks to Sue for organising…
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Remembrance Sunday Teddington Memorial 2022
Read more: Remembrance Sunday Teddington Memorial 2022A moving Remembrance Sunday service took place at Teddington Memorial on Sunday in the grounds of the hospital. The Remembrance Service The service started with a tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, after which there were affecting readings and beautiful hymns sung. The Act of Remembrance included an extract from the poem ‘For the Fallen’ by Laurence Binyon. They shall grow not old as we that are left grow old Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn the At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. The last post was sounded, and…
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11 ways you can support the Friends of Teddington Memorial Hospital
Read more: 11 ways you can support the Friends of Teddington Memorial HospitalYou can support the Friends of Teddington Memorial Hospital in so many different ways. Helping us enhance services, assist staff and patients, and contribute to ensuring the hospital’s long-term future. Choose the ways in which you would like to support us – we really appreciate any and all help. 1. Volunteer for the Friends It’s fun and rewarding to volunteer for the Friends. Meet friendly new people, contribute to a worthwhile local cause, and learn new skills. Why volunteer for the Friends of TMH? Make a difference in your local community. Meet friendly people. Be part of the Teddington community.…
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Discover the 1980s fight to keep Teddington Memorial Hospital open
Read more: Discover the 1980s fight to keep Teddington Memorial Hospital openThe local community has battled in times past to keep Teddington Memorial Hospital open and thriving for the community. Here we explore some of the disturbing events of the 1980s. 1982 threat of closure In October 1982, under pressure to make savings and meet financial targets, the then District Health organisation, Hounslow & Spelthorne Health Authority, drew up plans to close the in-patient facilities at Teddington Memorial Hospital. The Friends of TMH, headed by Pamela Bryant, organised a campaign to save the Hospital by launching a local appeal. Some 54,000 signatures were received on petition forms objecting to the proposal.…
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Anne Stratton COO HRCH talking to The Friends of TMH
Read more: Anne Stratton COO HRCH talking to The Friends of TMHAnne Stratton, the Chief Operating Officer of HRCH (Hounslow and Richmond Community Healthcare NHS Trust), kindly presented to the members and Trustees of the League of Friends of Teddington Memorial Hospital at the AGM on Monday, 17 October. A very interesting and informative talk. This is what Anne Stratton had to say. No time to read? Watch Anne Stratton on video No time to watch? Listen to Anne Stratton’s podcast https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/XwMpXTZUnub Read Anne Stratton’s talk to The Friends of TMH Thank you! I wanted to start this presentation with a big thank you. The League of Friends is an essential…
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Discover the intriguing history of Teddington Memorial Hospital 1948 to 1989
Read more: Discover the intriguing history of Teddington Memorial Hospital 1948 to 1989The history of Teddington Memorial Hospital 1948 to 1989 gives us a fascinating snapshot of how the NHS developed, expanded, and consolidated in post-war times. this image shows Sister Agya Ralhan (left), Philippa Ranner (centre), and Ranjan Hutchings (right) joining the evening part of the 24-hour candlelit vigil in 1983, which around 2,000 attended to show their support for Teddington Memorial Hospital when under threat of closure. A key milestone in the Hospital’s history post-1948 (when the Hospital became part of the NHS) was the formalisation of the League of Friends. The Friends aimed to provide practical help on the…
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Volunteer of the Month Robert
Read more: Volunteer of the Month RobertThis month we would like to thank volunteer Robert for giving up his time to help run our hospital shop. Support for charities Since retiring from work, Robert found that he had plenty of time that he wanted to dedicate to various charity organisations. He previously worked for Oxfam and the Richmond Conservation Volunteers and is working at Kingston Hospital as a Welcomer alongside our shop at Teddington Memorial Hospital. Active in retirement In his spare time, he likes to keep active. He is a keen cyclist and has just completed the London to Brighton bike ride, which was very…
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Fascinating history of Teddington Memorial Hospital pre-NHS
Read more: Fascinating history of Teddington Memorial Hospital pre-NHSThe fascinating history of Teddington Memorial Hospital before its transfer to the NHS is one of Teddington’s success stories. On your next visit to the hospital, look at the historical timeline on display in the hospital corridors. The exhibition is a permanent reminder of the history of the hospital and the many achievements of The Friends of TMH. Since its establishment, the hospital has been a highly valued facility much needed and supported by the local community. Founded as a hospital for poor and needy of Teddington In 1875 Elfin Grove Villas was given by Thomas Chappell (of the piano…
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7 Secrets of Teddington Memorial Hospital
Read more: 7 Secrets of Teddington Memorial HospitalAre you interested to discover the secrets of Teddington Memorial Hospital? The hospital has a rich and varied one-hundred-and-forty-seven-year history, and here we explore 7 little-known facts of which you may be unaware. 1. The site started life as a Victorian “cottage hospital” tending to the poor and destitute at the heart of Teddington On 10 July 1874, a meeting was held at the home of benefactor Thomas Chappell to consider establishing a hospital to service the Teddington and Hampton Wick area. His offer to donate a pair of villas was accepted at a residents’ public meeting, the minutes of…