Galliford Try’s Building West
Midlands and South West business has successfully completed the refurbishment
and extension of the Stonebow Unit for the Herefordshire and Worcestershire
Health and Care NHS Trust.
The £11m project in Hereford has
enhanced facilities for adult, older adult, and dementia patients, providing 39
single en-suite bedrooms facilities on the ground floor to enable patients easy
access to the gardens and to create room on the first floor for staff welfare.
Designed by Design Buro, the
refurbishment incorporated the latest innovations in care, presenting
adaptable, interlinked wards tailored to patients' needs aligning with the
Modernising the Mental Health Act 2018 to phase out dormitory-style
accommodations.
The project received a bronze
award from the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) National Site Awards,
which acknowledge outstanding projects that show dedication to fostering and
promoting positive changes in the construction industry.
Laura Hodgetts, Health Director
for Galliford Try, commented: "We are delighted to see the successful
completion of the Stonebow Unit project, which not only ensures all patients
have access to outdoor space but also enhances patient privacy and dignity
through 100% single en-suite room accommodation. This refurbishment marks a
significant step forward in providing a supportive environment that prioritises
both patient needs and staff welfare, aligning with contemporary mental health
standards.”
