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Emily Kent Unit

Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, Great Western Road, Gloucester, GL1 3NN

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Getting To (Emily Kent Unit)

  • This route starts at the Main Atrium Entrance Blue Badge parking.
  • The most accessible route from here has step-free level access.
  • This route also has a dropped kerb with tactile paving.
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  • Access to this ward is via the Main Atrium Entrance.
  • There is a drop-off point at this entrance.
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  • This ward is located on the first floor of the Children's Centre, within Children's Inpatients/Children's Ward.
  • The ward is approximately 90m from the Outpatients Block Lifts.
  • Enter the hospital through the Main Atrium Entrance.
  • Go through the atrium, then turn left to the Outpatients Block Lifts.
  • Take a lift to the first floor.
  • Exit the lift and head diagonally to the right, taking the elevated walkway leading towards the Children's Centre.
  • Enter the Children's Inpatients/Children's Ward, turn left when the corridor forks.
  • Turn right along the corridor signposted "Inpatients and Emily Kent Unit".
  • The Emily Kent Unit is then located along the corridor and on your left.
  • This route to the ward has a lift.
  • There are manual doors along this route.
  • Some flooring is shiny and patterned along this route.
  • There are resting areas along this route to the ward.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Dementia-friendly signage is not provided.
  • The following toilet facilities are available along the route: standard toilets.
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Parking (Main Atrium Entrance Blue Badge Parking and Drop Off)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located in front of the Main Atrium Entrance.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 14 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 230cm (width) x 460cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 15m from the Main Atrium Entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has very easy slopes.
    • There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for Blue Badge holders only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is a designated drop-off point available.
    • The designated drop-off point is located on the left leading up to the Main Atrium Entrance, and in front of the Main Atrium Entrance.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the drop-off point.
    • The maximum stay for drop-off is 20 minutes.

Entrance (Main Atrium Entrance)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the main hospital building.
  • The entrance area is not clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 188cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 192cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • This entrance brings you into the ground floor of the Main Block, into the Atrium.

Lift (Outpatients Block Lift)

  • The lift surveyed is located ahead from the Main Atrium Entrance, then to the left after the reception desk.
  • The distance from the Main Atrium Entrance is 20m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Standard Lift View
    • The ground and first floors can be accessed by this lift.
    • The lift door has a high colour contrast.
    • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
    • The weight limit for the lift is 1250kg.
    • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
    • None of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The lift door opening width is 112cm.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 183cm (width) x 139cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
    • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
    • None of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities and a visual floor indicator.
    • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
    • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

Entrance (Children's Centre)

  • This entrance is located on the first floor of the Outpatients Block.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 152cm.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 170cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • There is a second set of double manual doors.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 172cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.

Ward (Emily Kent Oncology Unit)

  • Ward Information View
    • This is a paediatric oncology ward.
    • This is a shared ward.
    • The ward includes side rooms.
  • Location and Access View
    • There is written text signage on or near the door.
    • There is step-free level access into this ward.
    • There are double manual doors.
    • The doors open away from you.
    • The doors require effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 152cm.
    • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • Getting Around View
    • There is step-free level access throughout.
    • There are no doors to open along circulation routes.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high along circulation routes.
    • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
    • There may be background noise.
    • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • Facilities and Services View
    • Seating available on the ward includes: chairs without armrests and armchairs.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • There is a relatives' room for the ward.
  • Visiting Hours View

Toilet and Changing Facilities (Emily Kent Unit)

Room (EKU Family Room)

  • The room is located immediately to the right as you enter the Emily Kent Unit.
  • The distance from the Emily Kent Unit entrance is 5m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a baby gate to open at the door threshold.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: armchairs.
  • Furniture available in this room includes: coffee tables.
  • None of the tables are fixed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a water dispenser and a wash basin.
  • There may be background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • The room has a kitchenette with a wash basin, fridge-freezer, kettle, toaster and microwave.
  • The height of the work surface and wash basin is 91cm.

Bedroom and Ensuite with Adaptations (Room 1)

  • Bedroom Access View
    • The bedroom surveyed is located immediately to the left as you enter the Emily Kent Unit.
    • The distance from the Emily Kent Unit entrance is 5m.
    • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
    • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The bedroom has a single bed.
    • The bed is height adjustable.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed.
    • The flooring is shiny.
    • Seating available in the bedroom includes: an armchair.
    • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a height adjustable desk.
    • The following is also available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets and TV with subtitles.
    • There is a push button emergency alarm.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
    • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
  • Ensuite Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
    • The ensuite door opens both ways and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 64cm.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the ensuite are 157cm (width) x 211cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 100cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the transfer side.
    • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 45cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 85cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 80cm from the floor.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 99cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a pedal bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser is 124cm from the floor.
    • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
    • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
    • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
    • There is a flip-down shower seat.
    • The shower seat is 50cm from the floor.
    • There are grab rails for the shower.
    • The grab rails for the shower have a high colour contrast.
    • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower within 10cm from the floor.

Bedroom and Ensuite with Adaptations (Room 4)

  • Bedroom Access View
    • The bedroom surveyed is located at the far end of the Emily Kent Unit, on the right.
    • The distance from the Emily Kent Unit entrance is 15m.
    • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
    • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The bedroom has a single bed.
    • The bed is height adjustable.
    • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space next to the bed.
    • The flooring is shiny.
    • Seating available in the bedroom includes: an armchair.
    • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a height adjustable desk.
    • The following is also available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets and TV with subtitles.
    • There is a push button emergency alarm.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
    • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
  • Ensuite Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
    • The ensuite door opens both ways and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 64cm.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the ensuite are 215cm (width) x 131cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
    • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the right as you face the toilet.
    • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the right as you face the toilet.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 94cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 77cm from the floor.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 91cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is no mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a pedal bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser is 89cm from the floor.
    • The ensuite has a bath with an overhead shower.
    • The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 57cm.
    • The bath has twist/turn mixer controls.
    • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
    • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
    • There is a horizontal and a vertical wall mounted grab rail for use in the bath and shower.
    • The grab rails have a high colour contrast.