WHAT WE DO
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Paediatric Areas Enhancement Project: Let’s Enhance Care for Every Child
Read more: Paediatric Areas Enhancement Project: Let’s Enhance Care for Every ChildThe environment in which children and teens receive medical care is pivotal in their overall well-being, comfort, and healing, which is why the Paediatric Areas Enhancement project is so important for Teddington Memorial Hospital. Well-decorated paediatric areas can significantly enhance the experience of young patients, reduce anxiety, and promote recovery. Current Condition of Paediatric Areas Bland and Outdated Aesthetics The current decor and seating areas need to be more varied and updated, for a more welcoming environment for children, teens, and their families. Wear and Tear Over time, wear and tear have made the paediatric areas appear worn out, diminishing…
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Gala Dinner: a big thank you!
Read more: Gala Dinner: a big thank you!As Chairman of the League of Friends of Teddington Memorial Hospital, may I thank you for your significant contribution to our Gala Dinner last Saturday at the Lensbury. Funding for hospital projects The event was a fitting climax to our Charity year at The Lensbury, which has helped us boost our ability to fund projects at the Hospital for which we continue to be asked. The unique advantage of our work is that what we raise in funds you see at the Hospital in tangible results, and our main effort in 2024 will be joining the NHS team in bringing…
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Jo Farrar, CEO of HRCH & Kingston Hospital, talking to The Friends of TMH
Read more: Jo Farrar, CEO of HRCH & Kingston Hospital, talking to The Friends of TMHJo Farrar, the Chief Operating Officer of HRCH (Hounslow and Richmond Community Healthcare NHS Trust), and Kingston Hospital kindly presented to the members and Trustees of the League of Friends of Teddington Memorial Hospital at the AGM on Monday, 16 October. A very interesting and informative talk. This is a video of Jo Farrar’s slides. HRCH Strategy Since 2021, HRCH (including Your Healthcare) has partnered with Kingston Hospital on our Better Together programme. Leaders from both Trusts have come together to work across the hospital and community services, and both Trust boards have joined to form a Committee in Common.…
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Pledge a Plant to the Wellbeing Garden
Read more: Pledge a Plant to the Wellbeing GardenPlease Pledge a Plant to the Teddington Memorial Wellbeing Garden project by giving a donation. We are starting work on 26 September 2023 on the hospital garden revamp with the help of volunteers from NPL and The Lensbury. The aim is to give a wellbeing garden to the hospital to deliver an attractive space for patients, staff, and visitors. Donate today Aid patients’ recovery with a wellbeing garden Hospital admission or appointment is often stressful for patients who may feel anxious, frightened, or even confused. Time spent in the fresh air in an attractive hospital garden away from the ward or…
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Volunteer of the Month: Noreen
Read more: Volunteer of the Month: NoreenThis month, we thank volunteer Noreen for giving up her time to help run our hospital shop. How long have you been involved with the LoF? I joined in 2017, a few years before the Covid lockdown period. What interested you in joining/volunteering for the charity/in the shop? I was first made aware of volunteering for the League of Friends through talking with friends who were volunteers. It piqued my interest as a way of providing back to the community that has assisted me and my family throughout the years and thus motivated me to join. It’s been lovely ever…
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Recruitment: Company Secretary Trustee
Read more: Recruitment: Company Secretary TrusteeBy becoming a Company Secretary Trustee, you will help manage the organisation and give your time and services for the good of the cause. This will enable all project donations and legacies to be applied to improve the hospital’s facilities. If you are interested in applying, please review the role profile and please send a CV outlining how you meet the requirements to info@friends-tmh.co.uk COMPANY SECRETARY TRUSTEE Job Purpose: The Board of Trustees are responsible for providing the organisation with strategic leadership and governance to ensure it is professionally managed and administered and resources are used appropriately. This role will…
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Help give a Wellbeing Garden to Teddington Memorial Hospital
Read more: Help give a Wellbeing Garden to Teddington Memorial HospitalWe are working hard to give a wellbeing garden to the hospital for patients, staff and visitors. Please help us reach our target of £20,000.
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Discover local deals and exclusive discounts as a Friends member
Read more: Discover local deals and exclusive discounts as a Friends memberSign up for a Premium Membership of The Friends for great local deals and exclusive discounts with local services, classes & shops.
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Blow your mind with a fundraising challenge for The Friends
Read more: Blow your mind with a fundraising challenge for The FriendsWe are encouraging our supporters to undertake an exciting fundraising challenge on behalf of The Friends to raise money for our local community hospital.
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Become a member and make what we do possible
Read more: Become a member and make what we do possibleBecome a member and provide vital support to your local community hospital. Put simply; members make what we do possible. The Friends of Teddington Memorial Hospital has a long track record of support. Much of this support derives from its solid membership base of local people. The membership has been invaluable over the years. You have helped retain Teddington Memorial as an actual local hospital supported by its community. Fund projects to enhance patients’ lives The Friends raises funds through membership. These funds help fund projects above the NHS-funded baseline to enhance both facilities and equipment at the hospital for…