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Getting To The Hospital

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• By Road View
  • Lambeth Community Care Centre is located on Monkton Street accessed via Kennington Road, Bishop's Terrace and Oakton Street.
  • The centre has its own parking which is located in front of the building.
• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stop is Fitzalan Street (Stop KG) it is approximately 180m from the centre. Services that stop at Fitzalan Street (Stop KG) are the 3, 59, 159, 360, N3 and N10.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Elephant and Castle.
• By Underground View
  • The nearest underground stations are Elephant and Castle and Kennington.
• Useful Links View
  • The following link is for information concerning bus routes in London.
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  • The following link is for information concerning train routes in London.
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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area on the hospital site.
• Mobility aids are available to help patients move around and include; wheelchairs, walking frames, walking sticks and crutches.
• If you require any additional information or assistance, please speak to a member of staff.

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• Comments View
  • Click here for Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust Hospital Passport form. The Hospital Passport is for patients with learning disabilities. It gives staff information about how a patient would like to be treated. (Link opens in new tab).

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Hospital Parking

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located in front of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does not have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a/are clearly marked/signposted Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 1 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the hospital car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 367cm x 270cm.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point.
• Paying View
  • There are not parking charges for the hospital car park.
• Access to the Hospital View
  • 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 slopes/ramps.
  • The hospital entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the centre entrance.
• Comments View
  • Parking at the community services
  • Parking at the health centres in Lambeth and Southwark is very limited, and patients are advised to use public transport where possible.
  • To find out more about parking at the different centres, please see the list of community locations.

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Getting To (Lambeth Community Care Centre - Amputee Rehabilitation Unit)

• Lambeth Community Care Centre - Amputee Rehabilitation Unit is/are located on the first floor of Lambeth Community Care Centre.
• Access to Lambeth Community Care Centre - Amputee Rehabilitation Unit is via the main centre entrance.
• On the entering the Lambeth Community Care Centre, turn right and right again. Take the lift to the first floor on exiting the unit reception in located directly ahead.
• There is step free access, via lift, to Lambeth Community Care Centre - Amputee Rehabilitation Unit.
• Lambeth Community Care Centre - Amputee Rehabilitation Unit is approximately 1m from the lift.
• 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 some flooring in corridors which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • 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.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The intercom is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 110cm.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is moderate.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.

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Outside Access (Garden and Ramped Access to First Floor)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 93cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located leading from the entrance around the garden to the first floor.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 130cm (4ft 3in).

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right on entering the centre.
• The lift is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the centre entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 109cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 120cm x 222cm (3ft 11in x 7ft 3in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1.
  • The stairs are located at the rear of the building.
  • There are 12 steps between floors.
  • The steps are not clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is not a landing.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Opening Times (Visiting Hours)

• Monday 11:00 - 20:30.
• Tuesday 11:00 - 20:30.
• Wednesday 11:00 - 20:30.
• Thursday 11:00 - 20:30.
• Friday 11:00 - 20:30.
• Saturday 11:00 - 20:30.
• Sunday 11:00 - 20:30.

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Level Change (Staircase)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located at the rear of the building leading to the stairs.
• 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 the left going up.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 100cm (3ft 3in).
• The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are medium.

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Ward

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an amputee ward.
  • There is/are 5 bay(s) available.
  • There is/are 2 side room(s) available.
  • There is/are 12 bed(s) on this ward in total.
• Ward Access View
  • 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.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • 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 medium.
• Reception/Nurses' Station View
  • The height of the ward reception desk is 73cm.
  • There is a lowered section.
  • The height of the lowered section of the desk is 108cm.
  • There is a hearing assistance system available at the desk.
• Ward Features and Patient Facilities View
  • A hearing assistance system is available on the ward.
  • The ward does not play background music.
  • There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
  • A mobile hoist is available on the ward.
• Visitor Facilities View
  • There are no accessible toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Accessible toilet facilities for visitors are located on the ground floor of the Lambeth Care Centre.
  • There are no standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Standard toilet facilities for visitors are located on the ground floor of the Lambeth Care Centre.

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Washroom (Ward Shower Room)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 2 washroom(s) of this type in the unit.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the unit.
  • This is a shared washroom.
  • The washroom is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial and 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 heavy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 190cm x 194cm (6ft 3in x 6ft 4in).
  • The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is not a coat hook in the washroom.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The height of the wash basin is 76cm.
  • 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 102cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is lever.
  • There is a flip down/tip up seat for the shower.
  • The height of the flip down/tip up or fixed seat is 59cm (1ft 11in).
  • There are wall-mounted grab rails available.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is good.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Washroom (Ward Bathroom)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a bath, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the unit.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the unit.
  • This is a shared washroom.
  • The washroom is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial and 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 heavy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 340cm x 186cm (11ft 2in x 6ft 1in).
  • The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • There is a 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 73cm.
  • 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 108cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 104cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
  • The washroom surveyed does not have a ceiling tracking hoist.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The cistern is close coupled and can act as a 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 90cm.
  • The lateral transfer space on the right is 144cm.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the toilet.
  • 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 110cm.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
• Bath Details View
  • There is a bath.
  • The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 54cm (1ft 9in).
  • The bath is not height adjustable.
  • The bath tap type is lever. It is a mixer tap.
  • There is a shower over/for the bath.
  • The shower head is hand held.
  • There are wall-mounted grab rails available.
  • A bath hoist is not available.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The colour contrast between the bath wall-mounted grab rails and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is good.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Room / Area (Day Room)

• There is / are 1 room(s) / area(s) available.
• The name / number of the room / area surveyed was; Day Room.
• There is level access to the room / area.
• There is a/are door(s) into the room / area.
• The door(s) open(s) automatically away from you.
• The automatic door(s) is/are push pad activated.
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The width of the door opening is 170cm (5ft 7in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is not a bed / couch.
• 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.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• The room / area does not have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room / area.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ward corridor.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall mounted grab rails is not available.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Related Access Guides

• To view other Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
• Lambeth Community Care Centre link (new tab) - click here.

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Sunflower Lanyard Scheme

• Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is part of the Sunflower Lanyard Scheme.
• The Sunflower Lanyard Scheme helps people with hidden disabilities which aren’t always obvious – such as autism, dementia and visual or hearing impairments.
• For more information on this scheme please click here.