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Neurosciences Psychological Services

Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Glossop Road, Sheffield, S10 2JF

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Getting To (Neurosciences Psychological Services)

  • Neurosciences Psychological Services is/are located on Level B of the Admissions Assessment Unit/Minor Injuries Unit/Rheumatology Outpatients building.
  • Access to Neurosciences Psychological Services is via the Claremont Crescent - Entrance 12.
  • After entering the Claremont Crescent - Entrance 12, continue ahead and through the double doors. Neurosciences Psychological Services Unit is located on the left of the corridor.
  • There is step free access to Neurosciences Psychological Services.
  • Neurosciences Psychological Services is approximately 27m from the Claremont Crescent - Entrance 12.
  • There is a/are manual, double door(s) which may be difficult to open between the Claremont Crescent - Entrance 12 and the department/service.
  • 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.
  • There is flooring in corridors which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.

Parking (Claremont Crescent Entrance 12 - Accessible Parking)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located outside the Claremont Crescent - Entrance 12.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 8 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 235cm (width) x 470cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 124cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 31m from the Claremont Crescent - Entrance 12.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a steep slope.
    • There is a dropped kerb without 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.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance (Claremont Crescent - Entrance 12)

  • This entrance is located at the north-east side of the hospital, opposite Claremont Crescent.
  • The approach to the entrance has a bollard.
  • 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 very easy slope or ramp at the entrance.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 132cm.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 112cm.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 163cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • This entrance gives access to Floor B.

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00 - 17:00.
  • Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00.
  • Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00.
  • Thursday 08:00 - 17:00.
  • Friday 08:00 - 17:00.
  • Saturday Closed.
  • Sunday Closed.

Entrance (Neurosciences Psychological Services)

  • Entrance Details View
    • This information is for the entrance located off the Level B corridor.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed with the name of the service/department.
    • There is step free access at this entrance.
    • There are no doors at this entrance.
    • The width of the door opening is 340cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

Reception

  • The Neurosciences Psychological Services reception is located to the right on entering the service.
  • The reception area/desk is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the department entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step free access to the reception area/desk.
  • The lighting levels at the reception area/desk are medium.
  • The height of the reception desk is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk.
  • There is not a low section of the desk (76cm or below) available.
  • The desk is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

Inside Access

  • There is level access once inside.
  • This venue does not play background music.
  • Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
  • Wayfinding signage is not available.
  • The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is carpet.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

Waiting Room / Area

  • There is a waiting room / area.
  • The waiting room / area is approximately 5m from the department entrance.
  • There is level access into the waiting room / area.
  • There is not a/are not door(s) into the waiting room / area.
  • The type of flooring is carpet.
  • There is a space for a wheelchair user to wait within the seating area.
  • All chairs are permanently fixed.
  • Chairs with armrests are not available.
  • 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 not a television.
  • 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.

Toilet with Adaptations

  • There are not accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • 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 past reception and in the corridor at the end of the waiting area.
    • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the department entrance.
    • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
    • An ambulant toilet with wall mounted grab rails is not available.
    • Lighting levels are medium.
  • Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
    • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located past reception and in the corridor at the end of the waiting area.
    • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the department entrance.
    • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
    • An ambulant toilet with wall mounted grab rails is not available.
    • Lighting levels are medium.
  • Baby Change Facilities View
    • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
    • Baby change facilities are located in the male and female standard toilets.
    • The height of the baby change table once extended is 93cm (3ft 1in).
    • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.

Wheelchair Stations

  • If you have mobility issues and need help getting around the site, you can access a hospital wheelchair from one of the wheelchair stations, located at main entrances.
  • You may need a £1 coin or trolley token to access a chair.
  • If you have any issues, please speak to a volunteer, receptionist or porter who will be able to assist.
  • Locations can be found here.

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