Topic Health, Projects
Date 07 Jan 2025
Galliford Try’s Building West Midlands and South West business has successfully completed the refurbishment and extension of the Stonebow Unit for the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust.
The £11m project in Hereford has enhanced facilities for adult, older adult, and dementia patients, providing 39 single en-suite bedrooms facilities on the ground floor to enable patients easy access to the gardens and to create room on the first floor for staff welfare.
Designed by Design Buro, the refurbishment incorporated the latest innovations in care, presenting adaptable, interlinked wards tailored to patients' needs aligning with the Modernising the Mental Health Act 2018 to phase out dormitory-style accommodations.
The project received a bronze award from the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) National Site Awards, which acknowledge outstanding projects that show dedication to fostering and promoting positive changes in the construction industry.
Laura Hodgetts, Health Director for Galliford Try, commented: "We are delighted to see the successful completion of the Stonebow Unit project, which not only ensures all patients have access to outdoor space but also enhances patient privacy and dignity through 100% single en-suite room accommodation. This refurbishment marks a significant step forward in providing a supportive environment that prioritises both patient needs and staff welfare, aligning with contemporary mental health standards.”