Heartbeat: Youngsters’ choral tunes entertain on Newton 4

August 1, 2019

Stroke patients were left singing the praises of youngsters when they were entertained by a local school choir.

The pupils from Ryders Green Primary School, in West Bromwich, visited patients on Newton 4 ward at Sandwell Hospital

The choir sang an array of songs for patients and their visitors including school classics such as Any Dream Will Do and We Like Joyful Music.

They were invited to the hospital by Your Trust Charity, as one of the many projects it organises to enhance the experience of colleagues, patients and their families.

Fundraising Manager, Amanda Winwood, organised the visit. She said: “It was fantastic to see our patients on Newton 4 enjoying the Ryders Green Choir with many of them tapping their feet and even singing along.

“The rehabilitation ward can sometimes have many patients who aren’t in the best of spirit so to be able to lift their moods, even if it’s just for an afternoon, is truly a special thing.”

Natalie Heath, Senior Sister for Newton 4, added: “I was delighted when we were asked if we would like a visit from the choir. Newton 4 is a stroke and neurological rehabilitation unit, so our patients can be in hospital for quite a few weeks, due to their disabilities both physically and cognitively that may have developed through their condition.

“While the children were performing, I witnessed a patient who was not very responsive previously, express emotions. She began talking when she heard the children singing, which was very touching to observe. I know all of Newton 4’s patients and staff were very grateful to have been a part of this experience. The children were extremely pleasant, polite and seemed very happy with their performance.”

If you would like more information or would like to fundraise for ‘Your Trust Charity’, please contact amanda.winwood@nhs.net or call 0121 507 4847.