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 carers hold about their loved ones should be included to ensure a smoother process for everyone. 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 wards and clinical teams
Training Healthcare Professionals on who carers are and the support that’s available to them
Creating clearer, more accessible resources so staff feel confident supporting carers and carers can self-identify

Help us shape the future of support for carers. If you or the ward/team you work in would like free support from the Hconnect Team, you can email us at Hconnect@derbyshirecarers.co.uk, or choose from the two options below.