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South Wales Argus
12-05-2025
- Health
- South Wales Argus
Tŷ Hafan 'doing excellent job', says inspection report
Tŷ Hafan Children's Hospice, one of only two children's hospices in Wales, was assessed in October last year by a five-strong team from Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW). The inspection report, published in January, highlighted the "dedicated and skilled staff" at the hospice, as well as the "strong leadership" and "excellent culture." The inspectors found that the hospice provided "individualised care" and "dignified care" to its patients, as well as "good quality, nutritious food" and "bespoke activities." The hospice was also praised for its "excellent multi-disciplinary working" and "strong governance and audit programme." The inspectors spoke to families who use the hospice, who said that Tŷ Hafan had given them "a quality of life again" and that they "don't know where we would be without them." The families said that the hospice "only ever want the best for our children" and that "it feels like they are part of the family." Irfon Rees, Tŷ Hafan's chief executive (Image: Ty Hafan) Irfon Rees, Tŷ Hafan's chief executive, said: "HIW is the independent inspectorate and regulator of healthcare in Wales. "Last October a five-strong team from HIW undertook a two-day on site planned inspection of Tŷ Hafan to assess the quality of our work. "In January, HIW published 'Independent Healthcare Inspection Report (Announced) Tŷ Hafan Children's Hospice, Sully'. "We shared the outcomes from this inspection with colleagues in February at our annual staff conference. "At Tŷ Hafan, we're proud of what we do and how we do it and grateful that our continual striving to deliver the highest possible standards of care and support for all has been formally recognised by HIW. "This latest HIW Inspection Report shows that families and professionals can have confidence in the services Tŷ Hafan provides, that we are committed to continuous quality improvement and that our staff are fulfilled and happy. "Ultimately this report shows that Tŷ Hafan is doing an excellent job in providing care and support for children with life-shortening conditions and their families, and, it is a great organisation to work for. "This is a testament to the hard work, dedication and care of all of my colleagues and I thank them all from the bottom of my heart." However, Mr Rees said that the hospice is "not resting on our laurels" and that there is "so much more to do." He said: "The publication in 2023 of our Prevalence and Complexity Report shows that currently we are only able to reach one in every ten children with a life-shortening condition who could benefit from our services. "Tŷ Hafan's ambition is that when a child's life will be short, no family should have to live it on their own. "We have so much more to do and I invite everyone to support us in whatever way they can so that we can reach every child and family who needs us." The hospice provides specialist palliative care, addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of each family member. From diagnosis to bereavement, Tŷ Hafan is there for the family as long as they need, through life, death, and beyond. Tŷ Hafan offers families end-of-life care and services such as family support, complementary therapy, music therapy, and outreach play both within the hospice and in the family home. A child and their family can be referred to Tŷ Hafan at the time of diagnosis, with care and support being provided throughout the course of the child's condition, which can be for many years. The children and young people who access Tŷ Hafan's services suffer from a broad range of conditions, many with profound and complex medical needs. Some of the conditions are so rare they haven't been named. For more information and to make a donation, go to
Business News Wales
08-05-2025
- Health
- Business News Wales
Tŷ Hafan Children's Hospice Unveils Latest Inspection Report
Tŷ Hafan Children's Hospice has shared its most recent Independent Healthcare Inspection Report by Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) ahead of International Nurses Day on May 12. The HIW inspectors found 'compassionate care delivered by dedicated and skilled staff supported by strong leadership and an excellent culture'. In particular the HIW team found: Happy children Satisfied families Individualised care Good quality, nutritious food Excellent multi-disciplinary working Strong governance and audit programme Bespoke activities Dignified care Tŷ Hafan Chief Executive Irfon Rees said: 'HIW is the independent inspectorate and regulator of healthcare in Wales. Last October a five-strong team from HIW undertook a two-day on site planned inspection of Tŷ Hafan to assess the quality of our work. 'In January, HIW published 'Independent Healthcare Inspection Report (Announced) Tŷ Hafan Children's Hospice, Sully'. We shared the outcomes from this inspection with colleagues in February at our annual staff conference. 'At Tŷ Hafan, we're proud of what we do and how we do it and grateful that our continual striving to deliver the highest possible standards of care and support for all has been formally recognised by HIW. 'International Nurses Day feels like a good opportunity to remind ourselves of this recognition and to proactively share the findings of this report more widely.' Two of the families the HIW inspectors spoke to said: 'The hospice has given my daughter and us as a family a quality of life again. They have cared for us all as a family and helped my daughter's pain tremendously. I don't know where we would be without them.' 'Our son (and our family) have been cared for by Tŷ Hafan for 12 years. Everyone involved in the charity is lovely and only ever want the best for our children. It feels like they are part of the family.' Irfon Rees said: 'This latest HIW Inspection Report shows that families and professionals can have confidence in the services Tŷ Hafan provides, that we are committed to continuous quality improvement and that our staff are fulfilled and happy. 'Ultimately this report shows that Tŷ Hafan is doing an excellent job in providing care and support for children with life-shortening conditions and their families, and it is a great organisation to work for.'
Yahoo
30-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kate Middleton Was in the *Zone* Today at Her Latest Outing—and I Can't Stop Smiling at the Pics
Exciting new year, exciting new charity to support—at least, that seems to be Kate Middleton's vibe. The Princess of Wales just signed on as the newest patron of Tŷ Hafan, a Welsh charity dedicated to helping families ensure that children with life-shortening conditions live their best and most fulfilling lives. And to kick things off, she paid a visit to the hospice on January 30, where the photos from the day truly say it all. Pics show Middleton fully in her element—or the "zone" if you will—smiling, laughing and fully engaged with the children and families. At one point, she painted the hand of four-year-old Maddie, whose sibling is receiving care at the facility. In turn, she got a little paint of her own, thanks to nine-year-old Lottie, another child with a sibling in treatment at Tŷ Hafan. It's hard not to look at picture after picture with a big smile over the joy the princess is expressing and delivering to the children. Richard Pohle -It's no shocker that the Princess of Wales is throwing her support behind Tŷ Hafan. She's been a longtime advocate for organizations focused on children and families, and her enthusiasm for this role was clear in her social media post celebrating the news. "A proud moment becoming Patron of Tŷ Hafan," she shared. "Opening in 1999 as Wales' first children's hospice, @ty_hafan continues to provide specialist care to children with life-shortening conditions, offering vital support to them and their families, throughout life, at end of life, and beyond." Richard Pohle -Tŷ Hafan was just as excited to welcome her into the fold sharing their own post about the special visit. "We are delighted to share the exciting news that Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales has today become Patron of Tŷ Hafan Children's Hospice," the organization wrote. "The announcement was made as part of a visit to Tŷ Hafan this morning when we welcomed Her Royal Highness to our hospice, where she spent time with children, families, and staff." Richard Pohle -They went on to highlight just how impactful Middleton's involvement will be. "As our Patron, Her Royal Highness will be an inspiration for children with life-shortening conditions and their families, our dedicated staff and volunteers, and everyone who so generously supports us. No parent ever imagines that their child's life will be short. Sadly, this is the reality facing thousands of families in Wales. We can't stop this happening, but together we can make sure that no one lives their child's short life alone." Want all the latest entertainment news sent right to your inbox? Click here. Kate Middleton Could Be the First Princess of Wales in Over a Century to Receive This Historic Honor
