"The staff in this ward are a group of angels!"

I had an accident involving my car and was admitted to Causeway Hospital where I was given scans and then taken care of in Surgical 2.

I was in over the Christmas period and just want to say that the staff in this ward are a group of angels!

I was bed bound and having been an active independent person to being totally dependent on someone for toileting and washing etc it was hard to accept but I was soon put at ease and nothing was to much trouble.

I was treated with respect and dignity throughout my stay. Everyone on the ward worked together as a team, helping each other out and ensuring all needs were catered for.

The staff were ran off their feet but still kept smiling and caring... whether it be a cup of tea  or medication and everything in between they were professional and attentive. It seemed to me that there was too heavy a workload for the one nurse in charge but they still managed to deliver an excellent level of care because that’s the type of people they are.

I think it’s really sad that these people are having to strike for better pay and conditions and sometimes feel undervalued when they are doing their best in a broken system.

I cannot recall all the names of auxiliaries and carers tending to me but I am so grateful to all of them… and to Ann and others who brought us tea and meals. Thanks especially to nurses Naomi, Aoife, Sheree and Mamsi for their care and attention.