Poole Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund

The Poole Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund (charity number 1058808) is a registered UK nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the provision of patient care and staff welfare at Poole Hospital. It functions as the official charity associated with Poole Hospital, which is part of University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust.

Purpose and Activities

The charity's primary purpose is to administer funds that enhance the quality of healthcare services beyond the baseline provided by the NHS. This includes raising and allocating funds for patient care improvements and staff well-being initiatives at Poole Hospital. Contributions to the fund help provide enhanced facilities, state-of-the-art medical equipment, and support for NHS staff health, wellbeing, and professional development.

Relationship with University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity

Following organizational changes in the local NHS charitable landscape, Poole Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund now operates under the umbrella of the University Hospitals Dorset (UHD) NHS Charity. The UHD Charity covers fundraising for Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Christchurch Hospital, and Poole Hospital, supporting a wide range of activities that benefit patients and staff across these three hospitals.

This merger and collaboration allow the Poole Hospital fund to be part of a larger network aimed at improving healthcare services throughout Dorset, pooling resources to better meet the needs of patients and staff. Donations are accepted for specific wards, departments, or hospitals within the NHS Foundation Trust, enabling targeted support.

Impact

Funds raised by the Poole Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund have been instrumental in providing "not so little extras" that significantly improve patient experience and staff environments. These range from vital equipment acquisitions to creating calming spaces that help healthcare workers recharge amid demanding clinical environments.

By focusing on both patient care enhancements and staff welfare, the charity plays a vital role in elevating the standards of healthcare delivery at Poole Hospital within the broader University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust framework.

Note: The Poole Hospital Cancer Treatment Trust, a related fundraising organization, merged with the UHD Charity after more than 50 years of service, streamlining charitable efforts within the region.[1][2][3][4][5]

[1] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1058808/contact-information [2] https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/about-us/charity [3] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regid=1058808&subid=0 [4] https://www.uhdcharity.org/news/latest-news/poole-hospital-cancer-treatment/ [5] https://www.uhdcharity.org