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Hatherton Centre - Newport House

St George's Hospital, Corporation Street, Stafford, ST16 3SR

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Getting To (Newport House)

  • The most accessible route from the Chebsey House, Gayton Lodge, Hatherton Centre and Haywood Lodge Parking has a steep ramp or slope and a dropped kerb with tactile paving.
  • Access to Newport House is via the Hatherton Centre Entrance.
  • There is not a drop-off point at this entrance.
  • Newport House is located on the right side of the Hatherton Centre Courtyard.
  • Newport House is approximately 75m from the Hatherton Centre Courtyard Entrance.
  • Enter via the Hatherton Centre entrance and check in at the reception on the left.
  • Enter the Hatherton Centre courtyard and proceed along the walkway ahead and to the right.
  • Turn right and follow the walkway to the door signed 'Newport House'.
  • Proceed through the entrance and continue along the walkway to the end.
  • Newport House is located straight ahead.
  • Internally the most accessible route has a steep ramp or slope, uneven surfaces and manual doors.
  • Some flooring along the route is shiny.
  • There are resting areas along the route.
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
  • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The following toilet facilities are available along the route; standard toilets.
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Parking (Chebsey House, Gayton Lodge, Hatherton Centre and Haywood Lodge Parking)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located between the Chebsey House, Gayton Lodge, Hatherton Centre and Haywood Lodge.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There is 1 designated Blue Badge parking bay available.
    • The Blue Badge bay is clearly marked.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 290cm (width) x 484cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to one side but not at the rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 185cm.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a steep ramp or slope.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
    • The nearest designated bay is 30m from the Chebsey House entrance.
    • The nearest designated bay is 50m from the Gayton Lodge entrance.
    • The nearest designated bay is 15m from the Hatherton Centre entrance.
    • The nearest designated bay is 10m from the Haywood Lodge entrance.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance (Hatherton Centre Entrance)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the Hatherton Centre.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • 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 slope at the entrance.
  • The slope has a steep gradient.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 147cm.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 137cm.
  • There are double manual doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 148cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Reception (Hatherton Centre Reception)

  • The reception is located to the left as you enter the Hatherton Centre reception area.
  • The distance from the Hatherton Centre entrance is 4m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 86cm.
  • The reception has windows.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • There is 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.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.

Exit (Hatherton Centre Courtyard Entrance)

  • The exit area is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the exit.
  • There are double manual doors at this exit.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 146cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a second set of double manual doors .
  • The second set of doors open away from you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 146cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is step-free access via slope as you exit.
  • The slope has a steep gradient.

Entrance (Newport House Courtyard Entrance)

  • This entrance is located on the right side of the Hatherton Centre courtyard.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 163cm.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 99cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.

Entrance (Newport House Main Entrance)

  • This entrance is located on the right side of the Hatherton Centre courtyard.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is 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 is a bell at a height of 108cm.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 129cm.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 82cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a second single manual door.
  • The second door opens towards you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • The second door has a high visual contrast.

Ward (Newport House)

  • Ward Information View
    • This is an intensive care ward.
    • This is a shared ward.
    • There are 8 side rooms available.
    • There are 8 beds in total on the ward.
    • There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
  • Getting Around View
    • There is step-free level access throughout.
    • Access throughout may include doors permanently held open.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
    • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
    • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
    • 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 without armrests.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • There is not a relatives' room for the ward.
    • The following facilities are available for patients: washrooms.
    • The nearest toilet with adaptations for visitors is located within George's Bistro.
  • Visiting Hours View
    • There are no set visiting times, please contact the ward in advance.

Toilet and Changing Facilities (Newport House)

Consultation / Medical Room (Clinical Room)

  • There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
  • The room surveyed was; Clinical Room.
  • The room is located at the front of the corridor on the right side of Newport House.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • 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 with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Some furniture is 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.

Lounge (Patient Lounge)

  • The lounge is located ahead and to the left as you enter Newport House.
  • There is step-free level access into the lounge.
  • The width of the opening is 171cm.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the lounge includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the lounge includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is a TV with subtitles.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Room (MDM Room)

  • The room is located at the front of the corridor on the right side of Newport House.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • 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 with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
  • The desks are fixed.
  • The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • 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.

Standard Bedroom and Ensuite (Bedroom 5)

  • Bedroom Access View
    • The bedroom surveyed is located along the corridor on the left side of Newport House.
    • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
    • 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 visual contrast.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The bedroom has a single bed.
    • The top of the mattress is 64cm from the floor.
    • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
    • The following is available in this bedroom: an armchair and a desk.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • Ensuite Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
    • The ensuite door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 89cm.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the ensuite are 200cm (width) x 132cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
    • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder and a wash basin available.
    • The wash basin has a push tap.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
    • Additional features include: a mirror and a shelf.
    • The ensuite has no disposal facilities.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual 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 height shower head.
    • The shower controls are push.
    • There is no shower seat.

Standard Bathroom (Bath, Shower and Toilet)

  • The bathroom surveyed is located ahead and to the left as you enter Newport House.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • The bathroom door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 230cm (width) x 414cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 322cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a wall mounted towel dispenser available.
  • The wash basin has a push tap.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • Additional features include: a mirror, a shelf and an emergency alarm.
  • The bathroom has a pedal bin.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • The bathroom has a wheel in shower and a bath.
  • The bath controls are twist/turn.
  • There is a fixed height shower head.
  • The shower controls are push.
  • There is no shower seat.