Access Guide
Getting Here
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By Road
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- From the Oxford Eastern Bypass, leave towards Oxford City Centre on Old Road, turn left at Churchill Drive and the Fulbrook Centre is located at the rear of the Churchill Hospital site, next to Car Park 3.
- Standard parking is located in front of the Fulbrook Centre Main Entrance. To the right of the centre as you face it is Car Park 3 for the Churchill Hospital, which contains Blue Badge Bays.
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By Train
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- The nearest train station is Oxford, which is approximately an 18 minutes taxi ride.
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Useful Links
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- The link below is for the local bus provider.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- The link below is for the local train provider.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
Getting Help and Assistance
- A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
- British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
- Language interpreters can be provided on request.
- The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; Braille on request, large print on request and different languages on request.
- There is a wheelchair to borrow to use around the building.
- Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
Parking
- The venue does have its own car park.
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Venue Car Park
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- Parking is not free for all users.
- The car park is located in front of the building.
- 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 dropped kerbs.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
- There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
- The dropped kerb does have tactile paving.
- There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
- The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
- The name of the car park is Car Park 3.
- The car park is located to the right of Fulbrook Centre Main Entrance.
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On Street Parking and Drop-off Details
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- On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
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Comments
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- The three Blue Badge bays are located in Car Park 3. The dimensions of the bays are 228cm x 450cm.
Getting To (City Community Hospital)
- City Community Hospital is/are located at the rear of Fulbrook Centre.
- Access to City Community Hospital is via the Fulbrook Centre Main Entrance.
- Enter via Fulbrook Centre Main Entrance and continue straight ahead down the slight slope. City Community Hospital is located at the end of the corridor.
- There is ramped/sloped access to City Community Hospital.
- City Community Hospital is approximately 7m from the Fulbrook Centre Main Entrance.
- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
- There is flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
Outside Access (Fulbrook Centre Main Entrance)
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Entrance Details
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- There are bollards outside this entrance.
- The minimum width between the bollards/wall is 212cm.
- The bollard(s) has/have a high colour contrast to prevent them being hazardous to visually impaired people.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is an intercom.
- The height of the intercom is 138cm (4ft 6in).
- There is not a hand sanitiser.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 153cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm 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 153cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
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Ramp/Slope Details
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- The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
- The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
Reception
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Reception
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- The reception point is located to the left on entering the building.
- The reception point is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the Fulbrook Centre Main 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 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 high (110cm+).
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
- Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
- The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
- There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
- There are seats with armrests on both sides.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the waiting room / area.
- There is not a television.
- Vending machines are not available.
- A water dispenser is 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 good.
Level Change (Sandford Ward and City Community Hospital)
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp/slope is located on the main corridor leading from the Reception to Sandford Ward and City Community Hospital.
- The ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
- The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.
Opening Times (Visiting Hours)
- Monday 14:30 - 17:00.
- Monday 18:30 - 20:00.
- Tuesday 14:30 - 17:00.
- Tuesday 18:30 - 20:00.
- Wednesday 14:30 - 17:00.
- Wednesday 18:30 - 20:00.
- Thursday 14:30 - 17:00.
- Thursday 18:30 - 20:00.
- Friday 14:30 - 17:00.
- Friday 18:30 - 20:00.
- Saturday 14:30 - 17:00.
- Saturday 18:30 - 20:00.
- Sunday 14:30 - 17:00.
- Sunday 18:30 - 20:00.
Ward
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Ward Information
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- This is a/an community mental health ward.
- This is a shared ward.
- There is/are 0 bay(s) available.
- There is/are 21 side room(s) available.
- There is/are 21 bed(s) on this ward in total.
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Ward Access
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- There is a/are door(s) leading into the ward.
- The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 77cm (2ft 6in).
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is an intercom.
- The height of the intercom is 127cm (4ft 2in).
- There is a hand sanitiser.
- The height of the hand sanitiser is 120cm (3ft 11in).
- There is level access throughout the ward.
- There is clear signage on the ward.
- The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
- There is flooring on the ward which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The lighting levels are varied.
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Example Side Room
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- There are no side rooms available with an accessible ensuite.
- The side room surveyed does not have an accessible ensuite.
- The width of the door opening into the side room is over 75cm.
- The side room surveyed does not have a ceiling track hoist.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre around the bed.
- Bedside storage is available.
- The colour contrast between the walls and the floor in the side room is high.
- The lighting levels in the side room are moderate to good.
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Ward Features and Patient Facilities
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- A hearing assistance system is not available on the ward.
- The ward does play background music.
- There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
- A mobile hoist is available on the ward.
- There are accessible washroom facilities for patients on the ward.
- There are 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.
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Visitor Facilities
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- There are no accessible toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
- There are standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
Consultation / Treatment Room (Physiotherapy)
- The name / number of the room surveyed was; Physiotherapy.
- There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
- There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
- 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 heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
- The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- There is a bed / couch.
- The bed / couch is adjustable.
- A hoist is available.
- The hoist is electric.
- A sling is available.
- The sling is attached by hook and loop.
- There is a chair.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- The chair(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
- All chairs have armrests available.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- The room does not have background music playing.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Washroom (Shower Room)
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Washroom Details
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- The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower and a wash basin.
- There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
- This washroom is interchangeable between male and female.
- There is written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
- The washroom door(s) open(s) outwards.
- 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 75cm (2ft 6in).
- The dimensions of the washroom are 180cm x 212cm (5ft 11in x 6ft 11in).
- The washroom does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
- There is not a coat hook in the washroom.
- There is a mirror.
- There is not a tall mirror, with suitable specifications, for ease of use.
- There is a wash basin.
- The height of the wash basin is 80cm.
- As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
- The tap type is lever. It is a mixer tap.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 120cm.
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The height of the towel dispenser is 118cm.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- Disposal facilities are available.
- The washroom has a non-slip floor.
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Shower Details
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- There is a wheel in shower.
- The shower does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The shower head is height adjustable.
- The shower control type is twist/turn.
- There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
- The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- There are wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is low.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Washroom (Assisted Bathroom)
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Washroom Details
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- The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower, a height adjustable bath, a toilet and a wash basin.
- There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
- This washroom is shared.
- There is 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 87cm (2ft 10in).
- The dimensions of the washroom are 460cm x 358cm (15ft 1in x 11ft 9in).
- The washroom does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
- There is not a coat hook in the washroom.
- 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 78cm.
- As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
- The tap type is lever. It is 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 120cm.
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the towel dispenser is 117cm.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- Disposal facilities are available.
- The washroom has a non-slip floor.
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Toilet Details
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- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- There is a rail with a padded back rest.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on both sides.
- The lateral transfer space on the left is 113cm.
- The lateral transfer space on the right is 200cm.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 100cm.
- There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
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Shower Details
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- There is a wheel in shower.
- The shower does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The shower head is height adjustable.
- The shower control type is twist/turn.
- A shower chair is available.
- There are wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
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Bath Details
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- There is a bath.
- The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 70cm (2ft 4in).
- The bath is height adjustable.
- The bath tap type is twist/turn. It is a mixer tap.
- There is a shower over/for the bath.
- The shower head is hand held.
- There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the bath.
- A bath hoist is available.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is low.
- The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is Low.
- The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is high.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
- The colour contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
- Lighting levels are medium.
Standard Toilet(s) (Ward)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The shared toilet is located off the main ward corridor.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
- There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
- There are dropdown rails available on both sides of the ambulant toilet(s).
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
- Lighting levels are moderate to good.
Standard Toilet(s) (Visitor Toilet)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The shared toilet is located to the right on entering the ward.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
- There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
- There is a/are horizontal wall mounted rail(s) on the right as you face the toilet.
- There are vertical wall mounted rails on both sides of the toilet.
- There is a/are dropdown rail(s) on the left as you face the ambulant toilet(s).
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 72cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
- Lighting levels are low to moderate.
Related Access Guides
- To view other Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
- Fulbrook Centre link (new tab) - click here.
- Fulbrook Centre - Cherwell Ward link (new tab) - click here.
- Fulbrook Centre - Sandford Ward link (new tab) - click here.