Hospitals

If the person you care for is in Pinderfields hospital, you can get a ‘pink lanyard’. These are available from the Wakefield District Carers Hub on floor E. The lanyard will let hospital staff know you are caring for you. It will also allow you to visit the person outside of normal visiting hours.

A Carers Passport and Carer Lanyard can help to identify carers on wards or at appointments. For the passport to be used, you will have to get it agreed by the ward manager. You can email infor@carerswakefield.org.uk to request a lanyard.

The Hospital team offer support to any carer who has a loved one admitted to hospital. They can attend discharge meetings to ensure the carer and their loved one get the care they need. The team are based in Pinderfields, but they can see a carer from any Mid Yorkshire Trust hospital.

You can contact the support workers on 01924 305544 or individually:

Emma Juckes, 07818514550, emmaj@carerswakefield.org.uk
Anna Bray, 07884657415, annab@carerswakefield.org.uk

A family, friends and carers charter has been created. It aims to make carers feel valued, involved and informed by including them in decisions. You can view the charter here.

Spaces have been developed for patients, family, friends and carers. In the spaces, they can spend time away from the bedside or speak with professionals. It also allows for privacy and comfort during a distressing time.

Options is a guide to care and living independently. You can view it here.

Support for Carers