"2 weeks in Orthopaedic ward with fractured..."

I was admitted after a car accident and was in a lot of pain and was immobilised in a neck brace . The staff were kind, friendly, efficient, professional and supportive despite being pressurised with work. The rehab.was carefully done and equipment provided for home.Because I lived alone they did not pressurise me to leave before I felt ready and put a good support service of carers in place for when I left. The food was nourishing and appetising with plenty of choice. There was no restriction on visitors and phone calls were always passed on for me to speak to the caller. At night when I couldn't sleep some nurses would spend their time talking to me in a friendly way despite having paperwork to do themselves. The Chapel was always a quiet haven to retreat to and many nurses were seen coming in to pray before or after shifts. Despite the pain and difficulty sleeping, I can count my time spent on Ward 22 and ward 21( Discharge ) as an enriching experience. 2 weeks on Ward 22 and 1 week on Ward 21. I shall always remember the kindness received.