"Play team"

About: Royal Hospital for Children and Young People (Edinburgh) / Play Services Royal Hospital for Children and Young People (Edinburgh) Play Services EH9 1LF

Posted by marchnm43 (as a parent/guardian), yesterday

the play team (Emily) at Lochranza ward is amazing and is such a huge part of our journey.
Our son takes a while to warm up to people and he doesn’t just like anyone, he now shouts for Emily and calls her “his Emily”.
Nothing is a problem for Emily and has helped calm our son in the worst conditions. Not only has Emily helped our son but has also helped us when I couldn’t leave for food etc.
We are only half way through our journey but already can’t thank Emily enough for what she does.

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Margaret McEwan

Play Services Co-Ordinator, Play Services,

Royal Hospital for Children and Young People

Submitted on 04/11/2025 at 09:24

Published on Care Opinion at 09:24

Dear Marchnm43,
I am sorry that your family is going through this at the moment and would like to thank you for taking the time to post your feedback about Emily.
I am Emily's Line Manager and I will make sure that Emily sees these lovely comments. She too will appreciate you taking the time to share your comments.
It sounds like Emily has created a strong bond with your son and I am glad that he has found someone to trust and relate to whilst he is in hospital and I am sure that will continue through his journey.
Best wishes
Margaret McEwan
Play Services Co-Ordinator

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