Having a child in hospital can be one of the most stressful times in the life of a parent. Often, many days are spent by the patient’s bedside with little or no rest. The Complementary Therapy Service offers parents and carers a chance to take a little time out to relax, reduce stress and get a little relief from their individual sessions. Twice a week, trained therapists offer treatments such as Indian head massage and aromatherapy and to date, around 125 parents and carers have benefited from the service.

One mum said “The most relaxing hour I’ve had, by far, in the past five weeks that my daughter has been in hospital.”