In Christmas 2016, we all went a bit elfy to fund a giant Play Tower in the new outpatients department of the hospital. This is a child-friendly space where patients can go for distraction and fun, away from their hospital wards.
When children come in to hospital for a planned appointment or for a procedure they can often be quite anxious. The Play Tower gives them something exciting and adventurous to spot and is a place where they can play and have fun.
Every donation to the Christmas fund, up to a total value of £100,000, was matched by Graham Royle of GRI Group, effectively doubling each contribution.
Graham Royle, CEO of GRI Group said, “The charity is renowned for funding highly specialised technology for improving patients’ treatment but less well known for its hugely important investments in patients’ wellbeing. It is believed that relieving stress aids recovery, so this new play tower has massive medical benefits, as well as providing the children with lots of fun.”
Designed by Avanti Architects, the one-of-a-kind tower covers multiple floors and is covered in brightly coloured windows and furnishing, making visiting hospital an adventure for patients. The total cost for the Play Tower was £400,000.
