"Physio services and support at Holywell Villa"

Having been admitted into the acute ward over Christmas 2022 and through Covid restrictions I was fortunate enough to get the support and expertise of Michael and Sandra who encouraged me when I was allowed to attend the weekly sessions.  During this admittance I spent a total of 18 weeks and I looked forward to each session.  Both Michael and Sandra listened to my story and pushed me week by week through positive reassurance and interesting and patient involved weights sessions.  

Having been released from the acute wards I unfortunately did not cope as expected and had to be readmitted in June.  Covid restrictions had been laced and I was able to attend the gym every day.  I met Una who was just as helpful as the other staff and I felt I was amongst friends rather than a patient.  The use of the gym helped me and I don’t think I missed a day over my 5 week stay.

On discharge I was referred to the wellness hub and got a third chance to use the gym, I looked forward to seeing all the staff and in these sessions they really involved all the patients by doing group sessions and each person electing how many weights reps we would do.  This helped in not only my confidence but everyone else and it was great seeing everyone each week.

I know that exercise can really help lift your mood but having these fantastic people encouraging you every step of the way is magical.  I never once saw any of the staff without a smile and I will never forget Michael’s “guess what year the song was released on” which distracted us more.

They are a great team and I hope that they remain in post as they really are a fantastic asset to the trust.