We are protecting 50 children who have complex health needs and can’t be discharged home.18 are being shielded; remaining in their rooms with restricted visitors and all outings have been cancelled. They are at risk of severe illness and could otherwise be in hospital. In addition, when children with brain injuries are medically stable, the NHS is asking us to take over their care early so children don’t stay in hospital longer than necessary, freeing up precious NHS beds.

Thanks to The Hartz Family Foundation for their generosity with matched funding to £50k, we will continue to protect these vulnerable children & our frontline staff. This includes extra personal protective equipment, more 1:1 staffing & keeping them onsite. Our specialist Play team are helping children to understand why carers are wearing masks & why routines are different; supporting children to express their worries, particularly as some are unable to have visits from family at this time.