The first phase of a £300,000 project to modernise Burnham-On-Sea Hospital’s facilities was completed on Monday (October 12th) with the opening of a new-look outpatients area.
Staff at the 22-bed hospital are delighted with the results of three months of work to overhaul the facilities.
Burnham-On-Sea.com was invited inside at the weekend to take a first look at the work as it was completed.
Chere Turburville, Matron at the hospital, said: “The refurbishment is bringing many benefits to patients, including better privacy, an enhanced environment on the wards, and a brighter, more welcoming out-patients department.”
Sister Debbie Manlow added: “We’re delighted with the improvements, which complement the excellent service already provided. There are now additional specialist clinic rooms and improved security.”
A new-look play area has also been added into the reception area, pictured below, for young patients.
Tony Deahl, Chairman of the Friends of Burnham-On-Sea War Memorial Hospital, which donated £300,000 towards the costs of the refurbishment, said he is delighted with the project.
“We are proud to be supporting this project, which is transforming our hospital and ensuring it continues to offer the highest quality services for patients, visitors and staff for many years to come. It cannot be over-emphasised how important the community hospital is to the people of Burnham,” said Mr Deahl.
NHS Somerset, formerly known as the Somerset Primary Care Trust, is contributing additional investment to refurbish the hospital.
A second phase of refurbishment work begins later this month to provide a new kitchen area and additional cleaning facilities.
Pictured are Debbie Manlow, Pauline Barker and Charles Mason with other members of staff at the newly-refurbished Burnham hospital
