Rama Foundation and Cambridge University Hospital visit

RAMA Foundation and Cambridge University Hospital, NHS Team Collaborate to Support Ganga Prem Hospice (13-14 June 2023)

A collaboration between the Rama Foundation and Cambridge University Hospital team from the United Kingdom brought much-needed support and knowledge to Ganga Prem Hospice in Rishikesh, India. The initiative included educational sessions provided by experts in Physiotherapy and Dietetics.

The team from Cambridge University hospital prepared informative sessions to share their expertise with the hospice staff. On the first day a Physiotherapist led a course on the safe moving and handling of patients. This was particularly important in a hospice setting where patients often require assistance with mobility due to the advancement of their illness. The training equipped the staff with practical techniques to ensure the safety and comfort of the patients during transfers and movements.

On the second day, a specialist dietitian in Head & Neck Cancer and a specialist dietitian in Hepatology from Cambridge University hospital conducted a session on nutrition specific to head and neck oncology patients and patients suffering from liver cancer. This session aimed to enhance the knowledge of the hospice staff in understanding the nutritional requirements and challenges faced by patients with cancer in the head and neck & liver region. The dietitian shared valuable insights, including dietary modifications, to help ensure that patients receive proper nourishment during their pain and symptom management.

The educational sessions were met with great enthusiasm and gratitude by the hospice staff. They expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to learn from experts in their respective fields and apply this knowledge directly to their caregiving practices. The hospice staff emphasized how such initiatives greatly contribute to the continuous improvement of their patient care services.

This program serves as an inspiring example of how collaborations can bridge gaps in resources and knowledge-sharing, ultimately benefiting those in need. The partnership between the Rama Foundation and Cambridge University hospital brought significant support to the Ganga Prem Hospice leaving a lasting impact on its staff and patients alike.