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Getting To The Hospital

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• By Road View
  • Ipswich Hospital is located to the east of Ipswich town centre. It is within easy access of the A12 and A14. Access to the hospital is from Heath Road (A1198).
  • There are many onsite car parks at the front of the site and parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
• By Bus View
  • There are regular buses that serve the hospital. There are bus stops in both directions on Heath Road, within 150m of the hospital site.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station to the hospital is Derby Road which is approximately 1.5 miles away.
• Useful Links View
  • National Rail Enquiries.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Travelling in Suffolk and East Anglia.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Community Transport Schemes.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) at the hospital.
• The Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is located in the South Zone.
• The telephone number for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is 01473 704 781.
• The email address for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is [email protected]
• There are volunteers available for help and assistance at the hospital.
• Volunteers can be found throughout the hospital.
• Documents are available in an alternative format and can be provided to include: large print on request and different languages on request.
• There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area on the hospital site.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• BSL interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• Mobility aids are available to help patients move around and include; wheelchairs.
• There is a Changing Places facility at this hospital which is located on the ground floor of the Central Zone.
• To view the Changing Places Accessibility Guide please click here.

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Hospital Parking (South Wards Entrance - Blue Badge Parking and Drop-off)

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located immediately outside the South Wards Entrance.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does not have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a/are clearly marked/signposted Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
  • There is/are 10 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the hospital car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 300cm x 490cm (9ft 10in x 16ft 1in).
  • There is not a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop-off point.
  • The drop-off point is located just outside the South Wards Entrance.
  • There is a dropped kerb from the drop-off point.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
• Paying View
  • There are parking charges for the hospital car park.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
• Access to the Hospital View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are level changes with no dropped kerbs.
  • The hospital entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 48m (52yd 1ft) from the South Wards Entrance.
• Comments View
  • The dropped kerb and pavement between the main strip of Blue Badge parking bays and the entrance is obstructed.
  • This means wheelchair users have to negotiate traffic.
  • There are 2 parking bays next to a charging point for electric vehicles which are also marked as drop-off bays.

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Getting To (Claydon and Debenham Wards Entrance)

• The Claydon and Debenham Wards entrance is/are located on the ground floor of the South Zone of the hospital.
• To see the hospital map please click here (opens new tab).
• Access to the Claydon and Debenham Wards entrance is via the South Wards entrance.
• Enter via the South Wards entrance and bear left past reception. Proceed through the double doors and bear right along the corridor, continue through two further sets of double doors and the entrance to both the Claydon Ward and the Debenham Ward is located on the left.
• There is step free access to the Claydon and Debenham Wards entrance.
• The Claydon and Debenham Wards entrance is approximately 62m from the South Wards entrance.
• There is a/are manual, heavy, double door(s) between the South Wards entrance and the department/service.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.

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Outside Access (South Wards Entrance - 2)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front left of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is no hand sanitiser at this entrance.
  • Standard manual wheelchairs are available for people to borrow at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 132cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 130cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Entrance (Claydon and Debenham Wards Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor in the South Zone of the hospital.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed with the name of the service/department.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is no hand sanitiser at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 168cm.

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Reception (Claydon Ward Reception)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the right on entering the Claydon Ward.
  • The reception point is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the Claydon Ward entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are not windows, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is low (76cm or lower).
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Waiting Room / Area (Patient and Visitors Lounge)

• There is a waiting room / area.
• The waiting room / area is approximately 17m from the Debenham Ward entrance.
• There is level access into the waiting room / area.
• There is a/are door(s) into the waiting room / area.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
• The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 84cm (2ft 9in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is a space for a wheelchair user to wait within the seating area.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• All chairs have armrests.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Announcements are in person.
• The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the waiting room / area.
• There is a television.
• Subtitles are available.
• Vending machines are not available.
• A water dispenser is not available.
• There is not a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Opening Times (Visiting Hours)

• Monday 14:30 - 19:00.
• Tuesday 14:30 - 19:00.
• Wednesday 14:30 - 19:00.
• Thursday 14:30 - 19:00.
• Friday 14:30 - 19:00.
• Saturday 14:30 - 19:00.
• Sunday 14:30 - 19:00.

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Ward

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an cardiology ward.
  • This is a shared ward.
  • There is/are 4 bay(s) available.
  • There is/are 6 side room(s) available.
  • There is/are 26 bed(s) on this ward in total.
• Ward Access View
  • There is a/are door(s) leading into the ward.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 170cm (5ft 7in).
  • There is not an intercom/bell at/near this ward entrance which is in a suitable position for people who require access or assistance (between 95cm - 105cm).
  • The hand sanitiser is in a suitable position for wheelchair users.
  • There is level access throughout the ward.
  • There is clear signage on the ward.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is some flooring on the ward which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Reception/Nurses' Station View
  • The height of the Nurses' Station desk is 104cm.
  • There is not a lowered section.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system available at the desk.
• Ward Features and Patient Facilities View
  • A hearing assistance system is not available on the ward.
  • The ward does not play background music.
  • There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
  • A mobile hoist is available on the ward.
  • There are not accessible washroom facilities for patients on the ward.
  • There are not accessible toilet facilities for patients on the ward.
  • There are washrooms suitable for ambulant disabled patients available on the ward.
  • Toilets suitable for ambulant disabled patients are available on the ward.
• Visitor Facilities View
  • There are no accessible toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Accessible toilet facilities for visitors are located in the South Wards reception area.
  • There are no standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Standard toilet facilities for visitors are located outside the Claydon and Debenham Ward entrance.

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Washroom

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 2 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is located on the main ward corridor.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is female.
  • There is pictorial and written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) inwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
  • The door(s) is/are light to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 179cm x 233cm (5ft 10in x 7ft 8in).
  • The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s) 167cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is not a tall mirror, with suitable specifications, for ease of use.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 80cm.
  • As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • The tap type is lever. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 140cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 147cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • The cistern is close coupled and can act as a back rest.
  • There is not a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the right.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 103cm.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
• Shower Details View
  • There is not a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is lever.
  • There is no seat for the shower.
  • There are not wall-mounted grab rails available.
  • The shower cubicle is accessed via a deep step.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is poor.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is fair.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the main ward corridor.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet with wall mounted grab rails is available.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the main ward corridor.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet with wall mounted grab rails is available.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Related Access Guides

• To view other DisabledGo access guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
• Central Zone link (new tab) - click here.
• Hospital Parking link (new tab) - click here.
• South Wards Entrance link (new tab) - click here.
• Debenham Ward link (new tab) - click here.