FAQ
What is the Coventry Myton Hospice Appeal?
The Coventry Myton Hospice Appeal is a campaign to raise a total of £7M to build a new hospice in Coventry. £5M has already been raised to cover building costs but a further £2million is needed to furnish and equip the building in order to finally open its doors to the first patients.
Why do we need a new Hospice?
There is a serious shortage of care beds in Coventry and Warwickshire. Myton Hospice currently provides the only in patient facilities for the whole of Coventry and Warwickshire. It is acknowledged professionally that 40-50 are needed for and area this size.
Who will run the new Hospice?
It will be run by Myton Hospice who have been serving the people of Coventry and Warwickshire for over 20 years.
Where will it be?
The new Hospice will be located within the new University Hospital Walsgrave (UHW) site. UHW is on the Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry which is on the North East side of the City and with easy access to the A46, M6 and M69.
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What will it look like?
The modern single and two storey construction, which was granted full planning permission in December 2004, is designed so that all patient rooms are on the ground floor overlooking the landscaped gardens and River Sowe. The quiet and peaceful location will be further enhanced by sympathetic landscaping, thus providing a peaceful and appropriate environment for our patients and their families. A canopied entrance will also ensure protection from the elements for patients, upon arrival and departure.
For more artist impressions and photos please see our Myton Hospice Coventry Gallery page.
What facilities will it have?
In-patient accommodation comprises 20 single en-suite rooms. Additionally a multi-faith room is located off the welcoming reception area, which also includes a bistro area for visitors, patients and staff, hair salon and a shop.
The Day Hospice, which will be able to accommodate up to 15 patients' daily, and an outpatient suite, have been incorporated into the very innovative design.
A two-bedroom relative's flat will be provided for those wishing to stay close to their loved one.
A state of the art kitchen will provide home cooked meals for patients, visitors and staff.
Office and support accommodation will be provided on the first floor, including peripatetic staff, consultants and other clinicians.
What will it cost?
The total cost will be £7million. We have already raised £5million and building work began on 30th August 2007. The final £2million will cover costs for furnish and equip the hospice.
When will it happen?
Building work has already begun and we anticipate opening our doors to the first patients in 2009.
Find out the latest on the building project