July 10, 2023 - 624 views
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board has been praised by Janet Finch-Saunders MS on the success of its new stroke unit at Llandudno Hospital.
The stroke unit opened in December 2022. It is a specialist community inpatient rehabilitation centre for patients who no longer need specialist stroke treatment at an acute hospital, but still require stroke rehabilitation that cannot be delivered at home.
Patients are encouraged to engage in activities and exercises designed to promote recovery and independence, including daily self-care tasks, walking and communication and cognitive tasks. The 16 bed unit supported 81 patients so far.
Speaking after visiting the stroke unit, Mrs. Finch-Saunders said: “I have a long running campaign to see services returned to Llandudno Hospital, and for our local medical hub to be a key part of the solution to some of the challenges faced by the Health Board.
“I am delighted that Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is listening and acting.
“Alongside reducing pressure on acute hospitals, the stroke unit provides evidence based, patient-centred and goal-oriented intensive rehabilitation in line with national stroke standards. So impressive is the programme that it attracted a consultant to move from London to work here!
“On the 75th anniversary of the NHS, I am delighted that we have good news from Llandudno Hospital.
“You can be sure that I am continuing to work very closely with the Health Board team with the aim of ensuring that there is even more good news to come.”
