The Hconnect Project is dedicated to improving the hospital discharge experience for carers in Derby and Derbyshire, ensuring they feel supported, informed and recognised throughout the process.

Hospital stays can be overwhelming. Too many Carers tell us they feel invisible, uninformed, and left out of the loop when their loved one is admitted to, and discharged from, hospital. The wealth of knowledge that Carers have linked to their loved ones should be included to ensure a smoother process for all. Hconnect is here to support with that!

Our Mission: We are working alongside NHS Trusts to ensure Carers are:

Identified early (from the moment of admission).
Involved in treatment and discharge planning.
Connected to community support that promotes their own health and wellbeing.

What we are doing:

Placing Hospital Liaison Workers to work directly with the wards/teams.
Training Healthcare Professionals about who Carers are and their needs.
Creating better resources so staff know how to support Carers with confidence.

Help us shape the future of care for Carers. If YOU or the WARD/TEAM which you work for would like the support of the Hconnect Team for free you can 📧 Email us: Hconnect@derbyshirecarers.co.uk or choose from the 2 options below.