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Getting To (Kingfisher Court - Dove Ward)

• This route starts at the Kingfisher Court Car Park.
• The most accessible route from here has step-free level access.
• This route also has a dropped kerb with tactile paving.
• Access to this ward is via the Main Entrance.
• There is a drop-off point at this entrance.
• This ward is located at the rear of Kingfisher Court.
• The ward is approximately 160m from the Main Entrance.
• Enter the hospital via the Main Entrance and turn left immediately after passing the reception desk.
• Turn right and proceed straight to the end of the corridor.
• Turn right and continue straight.
• The entrance to the Dove Ward is located at the end of the corridor.
• This route to the ward has slight ramps.
• There are manual doors along this route.
• Some flooring is shiny 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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Kingfisher Court Car Park

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off Harper Lane.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 7 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 226cm (width) x 471cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 130cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 22m from the Main Entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a very easy slope.
  • There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for visitors and Blue Badge holders only.
  • Parking is free for all users.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
  • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
  • There are 3 electric vehicle charging points.
  • The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 220cm (width) x 467cm (depth).
  • The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Payment can be made via an app.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop-off point available.
  • The designated drop-off point is located at the front left side of building.
  • There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the drop-off point.

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Main Entrance

• This entrance is located at the front of the building.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via a slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There are double automatic doors.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 106cm.
• 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 are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 162cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a low colour contrast.

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Dove Ward

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a a specialist assessment and treatment inpatient ward.
  • This is a female only ward.
  • The ward includes side rooms and consultation 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 is an intercom at a height of 108cm.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 80cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
• Getting Around View
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There are manual doors along circulation routes.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along circulation routes.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
• Facilities and Services View
  • Seating available on the ward includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, benches and stools.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is not a relatives' room for the ward.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilets with adaptations are not available.
  • Shared step-free standard toilet facilities are located straight ahead as you enter, within the Safety Suite, and within the standard ensuite rooms.
• Washroom and Shower Facilities View
  • The washroom facilities with adaptations are located ahead, to the right as you enter the ward.

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Standard Bedroom and Ensuite (Bedroom 7)

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• Bedroom Access View
  • The bedroom surveyed is located straight ahead and to the left as you enter the ward.
  • The distance from the ward entrance is 33m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
  • There are manual doors along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • Entry to the room is by a key card reader.
  • The height of the key card reader is 113cm.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 80cm.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The bedroom has a single bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 64cm from the floor.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed.
  • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a wardrobe for a seated user.
  • The following is also available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
• Ensuite Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
• Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the ensuite are 266cm (width) x 160cm (depth).
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 73cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser has a low colour contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser has a high colour contrast.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • The wash basin has push taps.
  • Additional features include: a mirror.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
  • There is a fixed shower head.
  • The shower controls are push.
  • There is no shower seat.
  • There are no grab rails for the shower.
  • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.

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Treatment Room

• The room surveyed was the treatment Room.
• The room is located along the corridor, to the right as you enter the ward.
• 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 single manual door.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 83cm.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
• The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
• The length of the treatment table is 184cm.
• Furniture available in this room includes: tables.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Dining Area

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• Location and Access View
  • The Dining Area is located to the right as you enter the ward.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to this area.
• Seating Area View
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.

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Multi-Purpose Room

• The room is located along the corridor, to the right as you enter the ward.
• The distance from the ward entrance is 6m.
• 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 single manual door.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 84cm.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 116cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
• Seating available in this room includes: chairs with armrests.
• Furniture available in this room includes: tables.
• None of the tables are fixed.
• The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a television and a wash basin.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Calm and Faith Room

• The room is located straight ahead as you enter the ward.
• The distance from the ward entrance is 12m.
• 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 single manual door.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 82cm.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
• Seating available in this room includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, armchairs and stools.
• Furniture available in this room includes: desks.
• None of the desks are fixed.
• The surface height of the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a television.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Quiet Lounge 1

• The room is located straight ahead and to the right as you enter the ward.
• The distance from the ward entrance is 20m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is a manual door 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 single manual door.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 81cm.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
• Seating available in this room includes: armchairs.
• Furniture available in this room includes: tables and coffee tables.
• None of the tables are fixed.
• The surface height of some of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a television.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Sensory Room

• The room is located straight ahead and to the left as you enter the ward.
• The distance from the ward entrance is 23m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There are manual doors 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 single manual door.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 81cm.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a high 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.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Therapy Room

• The room is located straight ahead and to the left as you enter the ward.
• The distance from the ward entrance is 23m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There are manual doors 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 single manual door.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 84cm.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
• Furniture available in this room includes: tables.
• None of the tables are fixed.
• The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a television.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Standard Toilet Facilities

• The female and male standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
• The toilet is located straight ahead as you enter the ward.
• The distance from the ward entrance is 13m.
• The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
• There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• There is step-free level access into the toilet.
• There is pictorial and written text 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 69cm.
• Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
• Hand washing facilities include: a wash basin and a wall mounted soap dispenser.
• The wash basin has sensor taps.
• Hand drying facilities include: a wall mounted towel dispenser.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Bathroom with Adaptations (Toilet and Height Adjustable Bath)

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• Location and Access View
  • The bathroom surveyed is located straight ahead and to the right as you enter the ward.
  • The distance from the ward entrance is 20m.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has step-free level access.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • There is pictorial and written text 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 93cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 384cm (width) x 345cm (depth).
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however the left side is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space on the left is 93cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • The lateral transfer space on the right is 214cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a wall sensor flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the right transfer side.
  • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no dropdown grab rail for the toilet.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a medium colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 79cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has sensor taps.
  • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 73cm 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 131cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a high colour contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 138cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is an unobstructed shelf.
  • The shelf meets the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The bathroom has a pedal bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • The bathroom has a height adjustable bath with an overhead shower.
  • The bath has a push control.
  • There is a detachable shower head.
  • The shower controls are push.