March 2023
| Amelia Weaver Clinical Education Fellow You may recognise Amelia pictured below from international news channels showcasing the international support Turkey received following the devastating earthquake they experienced on Monday 6 February. Ameli provided vital assistance in Turkey by helping to reunite a child with her Mother and Father after being entombed for around 72hrs. The Trust is extremely proud that Amelia is a member of staff who has worked within the NHS for 20 years. Amelia, who is also impressively United Kingdom’s International Search and Rescue Team’s (UKISAR) youngest and only female doctor, joined a team of firefighters, a vet, structural engineers and search dogs to assist with the disaster. Amelia and the team worked solidly over two weeks in awful conditions to help save lives through the rescue missions they carried out. As per the United Nations guidelines UKISAR is a “heavy” team, meaning it comprises the following five components; Management, Logistics, Search, Rescue and Medical. Heavy USAR Teams have the operational capability for complex technical search and rescue operations, that require the ability to cut, break and breach steel reinforced concrete structures, as well as delayer these structures using lifting and rigging techniques. Amelia thanked the Trust for their support in enabling her to be quickly deployed to assist with the disaster. She said: “Thank you! I feel seen, heard and supported by a Trust that adheres to its values.” She also specifically noted: “Rob Knell, |  |
| Children’s Speech and Language Therapy Team We are thrilled to announce that the Children’s Speech and Language Therapy Team at South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust has been awarded the DLD Friendly Service award from NAPLIC, the National Association of Professionals working with Language Impaired Children. This award is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and expertise of the entire Children's Speech and Language Therapy Team. Their commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered care for children with speech and language impairments is outstanding. |  |
| Laura Greenway Despite the freezing cold snow in March, Laura parked her car and walked to one of her patients during her visit to ensure they received the best possible care. We would also like to extend our gratitude to all SWFT staff who visited patients in remote areas during the snow. Your tireless efforts to ensure that patients receive the care they need, regardless of their location, are deeply appreciated. Thank you to all our workforce for your commitment to our patients and for making a difference in their lives during adverse weather conditions |
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| Allsopp, Chadwick and Feldon Ward Allsopp, Chadwick and Feldon Ward at Leamington Hospital have created a display to identify instances of improper glove usage and provide education to those who wear gloves inappropriately as part of the 'Gloves Off' campaign. |
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| Kate Liptrot Kate has been making a significant impact in her role since joining in July 2022 by working closely with the Safeguarding, Learning Disability, and Speech and Language Teams to gain a better understanding of all areas. She continuously encourages Nursing staff to attend courses on ASD and Learning Disability to broaden their knowledge and skills. Kate has been working closely on changing the hospital passports to make them more child-friendly. This area is just one example of her commitment to making reasonable adjustments and supporting those with ASD. |
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