Tangerine army return to Blackpool Victoria Hospital's A&E department

Volunteers have returned to the A&E department at Blackpool Victoria Hospital after being stood down due to the pandemic.
By Michael Holmes
Published 28th Oct 2021, 15:45 BST
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The helpers, who wear tangerine shirts, perform a range of duties including preparing food and refreshments for staff and patients, as well as providing support to patients and being a friendly face to speak to.

Dr Anthony Kearns, head of emergency medicine, said: “It’s truly fantastic to welcome back the volunteers and see them once again amongst us.

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“Understandably, the pandemic meant that they couldn’t be on site, but now they’re back and once again integral to collaborative patient care.

The helpers, who wear tangerine shirts, perform a range of duties including preparing food and refreshments for staff and patients, as well as providing support to patients and being a friendly face to speak toThe helpers, who wear tangerine shirts, perform a range of duties including preparing food and refreshments for staff and patients, as well as providing support to patients and being a friendly face to speak to
The helpers, who wear tangerine shirts, perform a range of duties including preparing food and refreshments for staff and patients, as well as providing support to patients and being a friendly face to speak to

"Don’t underestimate the powerful role of that tangerine uniform.”

Vicky Smith, senior sister, added: “There has been a noticeable boost since the return of the volunteers – they are a valuable service in this department.

"The volunteers not only chat to patients but look after their nutrition and hydration which is an important aspect of patient care.”

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