Exceptional patient care celebrated
Published: October 28, 2014
NHS staff working for one of the largest employers in the West Midlands were officially recognised for their exceptional patient care and outstanding performance this week. Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, which provides general and specialist hospital care across Heartlands, Good Hope and Solihull Hospitals, alongside a number of local Community Services and Birmingham […]
Take a chance on ABBA tribute night and raise money, money, money for hospital
Published: November 3, 2014
Residents of Solihull are being urged to put on their best flares and be dancing queens for a night of ABBA hits performed by one of the country’s leading tribute acts to the Swedish pop superstars. The event has been organised by the Friends of Solihull Hospital (FOSH) and takes place at the Land Rover […]
Hospital marks marvellous Minnie’s momentous birthday with special tea party
Published: October 15, 2014
An extraordinary hospital volunteer who worked as a nurse on the current Solihull Hospital site during the Second World War has enjoyed a surprise tea party from friends and colleagues to mark her 100th birthday. Millie Skinner has volunteered at the Lode Lane site ever since the Friends of Solihull Hospital was founded 61 years […]
Hospital’s first chaplain set for retirement after 26 years
Published: October 8, 2014
A much-loved hospital chaplain who has provided support and spiritual guidance to countless people during 26 years in the role is preparing to say farewell as he enjoys a well-earned retirement. Reverend Alan Boyd has worked in the chaplaincy at the Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust since 1989 and became the first full-time chaplain […]
Get involved as public consultation on hospital’s surgery proposals launches next month
Published: October 3, 2014
Members of the public are being urged to have their say on proposals that aim to create surgery centres of excellence at Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Heartlands, Good Hope and Solihull Hospitals, when the public consultation launches on October 13. A series of public engagement meetings and events will be held […]
Birthday celebration for healthy lifestyle shop proves a big success
Published: September 10, 2014
There was music, there was dancing and a whole lot more besides as a healthy lifestyle shop in Chelmsley Wood celebrated a milestone birthday on Saturday and showcased the wide range of services it offers to the local community. The You+ Lifestyle Shop, part of the Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, has been at […]
Annual Members Meeting to be held on 15 September 2014
Published: September 8, 2014
Notice is hereby given that the Annual Meeting of Members and Council of Governors Annual General Meeting of the Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust will be held at St Johns Hotel, Warwick Road, Solihull on Monday 15 September 2014 at 4.00pm. Click here for further information
Diabetes care in Birmingham, Solihull and the Black Country takes flight and goes international
Published: May 29, 2014
Diabetes specialists from Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust have taken their expertise to Ethiopia in a bid to help reduce cases of sight threatening diabetic retinopathy, a common complication from the condition that can eventually lead to blindness. Having established the first diabetic retinopathy screening clinics at the Black Lions Diabetes Centre in the […]
Get your walking boots on for Solihull Hospital’s Sponsored Walk
Published: May 28, 2014
Solihull Hospital is inviting locals to make a big difference and pull on their walking boots for its annual sponsored walk. The walk starts at Heartlands Hospital and will be a six mile scenic jaunt along the canal to Solihull Hospital and participants can raise money for any ward or department they wish. Event organiser, […]
Solihull Hospital hosts beauty event for cancer patients
Published: June 3, 2014
Solihull Hospital is teaming up with local businesses to host a free beauty event for local ladies receiving breast cancer treatment. The women-only ‘Breast Cancer Belles’ event is being held at Solihull Holiday Inn and will include practical advice, beauty consultations and everything ladies need to keep looking fabulous and pampered throughout their treatment. Event […]
