Location
Wansbeck General Hospital
Ward Name / Number
Ward 5 Whalton Unit
Direct dial telephone number
01670 52 9105
Location of ward
From main reception take the stairs or the lift, turn left and the ward is on the main corridor.
Type of ward
Elderly rehabilitation
Ward visiting times
Between 10am and 7pm - one nominated person and must be pre-booked, with evidence of a negative lateral flow test on arrival
Are children welcome?
No under 12s
Are the numbers restricted?
Yes, no more than 2 per bed.
Protected meal times
12noon-1pm and 5pm-6pm. Relatives are welcome to help the patient with their meal.
Ward Manager’s name
Alison Air
When is the best time for relatives to contact the ward to check on patient?
After 10.30am unless urgent
Additional Ward Notes
This ward is the home of the Whalton Unit.
We are able to help with transport from Morpeth for those who find it difficult to travel to visit loved ones in Ward 5 Whalton Unit. Please discuss this with the ward team on 01670 529005 if you are affected.
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