Urgent Hearts, Teddies, and Blankets Appeal Update from Queen’s Hospital

Many residents across Havering, Barking, and Dagenham have been passionately supporting the ongoing project to create matching pairs of teddies, hearts, and 46-inch by 40-inch blankets for Queen’s Hospital, Romford. What began in 2022 continues today, providing comfort and care to patients in need.

Queen’s Hospital Romford’s Adult Critical Care management team has issued an update for anyone delivering or posting their heartfelt creations:

• If delivering in person:
  Enter through the main reception doors. Beside Costa Coffee, you will find the information desk where you must report. Ask for Devina Ramchurn, the Adult Critical Care Unit Manager, on extension 3185.
  You may be asked to wait for a member of Devina’s team or given instructions to reach her office, located near ITU on the ground floor.
• If posting items, address them to:
  FAO – Devina Ramchurn
  Critical Care Manager
  Queen’s Hospital
  Rom Valley Way
  Romford
  RM7 0AG

Alternatively, if you prefer to donate to the Jubilee ITU or Neuro ITU wards, follow these instructions:

• For the Jubilee ITU (4th Floor):
  Ask at reception for Matron Vicky Sullivan, who will guide you on the delivery process.
  Postal address:
  FAO – Vicky Sullivan
  Matron Jubilee ITU
  Queen’s Hospital
  Rom Valley Way
  Romford
  RM7 0AG
• For the Neuro ITU:
  Request a member of the team at reception to assist with your donation.

Feel free to share this appeal with family and friends who love knitting and wish to give back to their community hospital.

Join the Nimble Fingers Knitting Group

The Nimble Fingers Knitting Group continues to make headlines, with their recent project including a knitted jumper for a news presenter. Now, they’re inviting new members to join their wonderful team to help create teddies, hearts, and blankets for Queen’s Hospital.

• When: Wednesday, 29th January, 2–4 PM (school term time)
• Where: Eastern Avenue Baptist Church, East Road, Chadwell Heath, Romford, Essex, RM6 6YJ

Bring your knitting needles and receive free wool from Marilyn Wyatt to get started. A £3 contribution covers hall hire and insurance.

Call Marilyn Wyatt at 0777 866 3377 to confirm your place.

Why Join a Knitting or Crochet Group?

Joining a knitting or crochet group offers more than just a creative outlet:

• Connect with like-minded individuals: Meet others who share your passion, exchange ideas, and learn from one another.
• Combat loneliness: Groups provide regular opportunities to socialize, especially for those who live alone or work from home.
• Enjoy a calming activity: Knitting and crocheting are known for their therapeutic benefits, offering relaxation and satisfaction.

Join today and become part of a supportive community making a meaningful difference in the lives of others!

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