In this episode, we hear from Friends of ANCHOR Ward Assistants, Lynn Ingram and Heather Allan, about the practical support that they provide for patients, and we also find out about the news that had Erica buzzing this week!

The following points are among those covered in this episode:

• Erica Banks, Head of Communications at Friends of ANCHOR, expresses her delight in response to this week’s announcement that the charity has been voted by the general public to be one of five charity partners with our local newspaper, ‘The Press and Journal’, for this coming year. She also highlights a new opportunity that is available this year for anyone interested in combining a charity donation with a special, personalised Christmas gift. In addition, Erica draws attention to some of the event highlights that are in the offing for 2024. [01:25]
• Erica interviews Lynn Ingram and Heather Allan about the very significant contribution to patient wellbeing and support that they make as ward assistants. Lynn and Heather also provide an insight into the efforts that are made to spread some festive cheer across the wards at this time of the year while also being sensitive to the ongoing needs and circumstances of patients. [08:13]
• Mike lets listeners know that the podcast is taking a planned break for a few months. [22:13]

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