Family's heartfelt trophy thank you to health team

Hard-working staff on Tameside Hospital's Mental Health Team have been given their very own personalised gifts by the family of a patient.

Lindal Revell was cared for by staff on Summers Ward for seven months. 

As a special thank you, Linda’s husband, Ron, and son, Martin, made miniature trophies for all of the staff on the ward.

Summers Ward provides support for older adults with mental health problems, primarily dementia, where they can’t be cared for in the community, or other settings, due to the intensity and expertise of the care required.

Each trophy features an individual name and a Peter Rabbit 50 pence piece, representing Linda’s love of animals and animation.

Martin said: “I was overwhelmed with the care that was given to mum and thought we needed to say thank you.”

The individual trophies

Ron added: “We’ve always collected coins, and also have a business making collectables and statues with laser etchings, so this was a perfect way to put them to use.

“I was impressed with how well they were looking after Linda. Everyone has done a fabulous job, thank you for all you have done.”

Kerry Moyles, Summers Ward manager, said: “We were really moved to receive the gifts. 

“It’s great to get such recognition from one of the families we’ve supported.

“We know it must have been a difficult time for Ron and Martin, so it’s really heart-warming that they put in so much effort into getting all our names and making us a special thank you.”

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