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FRONT LINE IN MOSELEY
MOSELEY ON THE FRONT LINE
Moseley B13 Magazine speaks to front-line workers from three of our essential local services on how they are coping during the COVID-19 crisis...
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ARJAN, CO-OP, MOSELEY BRANCH
How are you and your colleagues?
Arjan: “We’re doing well for the most part. Things are slowly calming down. This has brought out the worst
and best in people – we have mostly felt appreciated for still coming in to work.”
Arjan: “Be kind to people – even something small can go a long way – a lot of people are dealing with tough things and kindness can make a difference. Remember it’s essential shopping and not several trips each day, and please remember the government guidelines and
keep the two metres distance. We want everyone to be as safe as possible.”
DAVID, HOSPITAL COMMUNICATIONS TEAM
Moseley Hall Hospital (part of Birmingham Community Healthcare Trust)
How are you and your colleagues?
David: “Everyone is extremely busy but there’s a real sense of camaraderie, resilience
and absolute commitment to the community and to their health. Everyone has ‘stepped up’ and they just do whatever is needed wherever they can. We’re working hand-in-hand with other hospitals, like the QE, to boost hospital bed provision. We’ve been using iPads to help patients feel connected in this time when visitors can’t come. Staff really appreciate gestures of support like the weekly applause and fire and police crews and other colleagues coming to our hospitals to join the applause. Recently a rainbow to support the NHS appeared at the entrance to Moseley Hall Hospital!”
David: “Thank you for maintaining social distancing and doing all you can to stay well. Community spirit is vital and we’re proud to be part of this vibrant community – we’ve seen the very best of Moseley in this challenging time.
“Do use 111 to call for advice on non-urgent health queries. We continue to
follow government guidelines about not allowing visitors and thank everyone for their patience. We look forward to a time when we can allow visitors again and thank you for still supporting patients in other ways.”
SYLVIA, CHEMYCARE CHEMIST
How are you and your colleagues?
Sylvia: “Some days are quite tough – we’re under pressure and so are the surgeries. Some people are being so kind and we appreciate them being patient. We do realise that people are stressed and things can be difficult. Lots of people are very appreciative.”
Ruth Yorke
