A recent donation from a small, locally based charitable trust is helping Prospect Hospice in Wroughton improve the way it cares for patients.
Trustees from adLiberandum Charitable Trust, a group that supports local causes around Swindon and Cirencester, visited the hospice to see the impact of their latest contribution – a cheque for £2,484. The funds have been used to purchase a suite of wireless monitoring equipment that allows staff to keep a careful eye on patients without the need for intrusive wiring or leads.
During their visit, trustees Bekki Passant and Paul Culbert were welcomed by IPU Clinical Lead, Jo Hyde, and Fundraiser, Emma Walker, who demonstrated how the new system works. Using a discreet combination of motion sensors, mats, laser beams and even wrist bands, the equipment quietly alerts the nursing team should a patient’s movement indicate a potential risk or need for assistance. The information is relayed directly to handheld devices carried by staff, ensuring rapid responses without the need for constant bedside monitoring.
Speaking about the difference the equipment is making, Jo Hyde said:
“With promoting dignity, comfort and independence at the heart of what we do, this suite of motion sensors and fall-prevention technology enables us to keep patients safe while also respecting their privacy. It means our team can be there the moment we are needed, but without patients feeling they are under constant watch. We are extremely grateful to the adLiberandum Charitable Trust for helping us to buy this equipment, which will truly enhance the care we can provide.”
Paul Culbert, clearly impressed by the system, added:
“I was struck by how adaptable the technology is – each patient’s needs can be considered, from those with limited mobility to those requiring just a little extra support. It’s all done in a way that is unobtrusive, with no messy leads to cause a trip hazard. Seeing how effectively the alerts reach staff is very reassuring.”
Fellow trustee, Bekki Passant, noted the need for further support:
“The hospice would like to install this equipment in every inpatient room, but that will require more funding. As a small local charity, it’s a privilege to play our part in helping such a valued organisation. Funding remains a challenge for them, and we know every donation, no matter the size, is appreciated.”
The adLiberandum Charitable Trust, though modest in scale, continues to provide targeted support where it is most needed. This latest donation highlights the power of local giving and the difference it makes to organisations working on the front line of care.
