Modern methods of construction were used for around 70 per cent of the new facility, with the building featuring specialised wards and units that cater to a diverse range of healthcare needs, including:
A ground floor Specialist Palliative Care Unit and Stepdown Community Ward (Loweswater Suite and Copeland Unit) with private rooms and access to a tranquil courtyard, providing a calming environment for patients and their families.
A Children and Young People’s Ward, featuring upgraded rooms with en-suite facilities, creating a welcoming and safe environment for children and young people.
A Care of the Elderly Ward, designed with dementia-friendly features, with six four-bedded bays, eight en-suite side rooms, and communal spaces to promote social interaction.
A ground floor Stroke Rehabilitation Unit, with an outdoor rehabilitation area, private family room, and a mix of single rooms and bays.
Graham says the building ‘integrates advanced medical facilities with patient-centric design’.
The new extension is expected to be fully operational by the end of September.