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Who are we?

 

We are the renal patients of St George's Hospital. The Association provides a link between us and the doctors, nurses and managers so that we are able to influence decisions made on our behalf.

 

What does the SGKPA do?

 

• We buy items to increase the comfort of us patients, for example:

  air conditioners

  dialysis chairs

  bed curtains

  ice-making machines

  furnishing the day room in Buckland Ward

  furnishing the relatives' room in Buckland Ward

   

  • We organise social events, including concerts, quiz nights and sporting events, and other fund-raising events including support for the Marathon.
  • We work closely with staff, making suggestions, taking up complaints and improving communications.
  • We take part in discussions on future policy and plans with the various Boards of the Trust and NHS both inside and outside the hospital

   

  How do I join?

   

• If you are a kidney patient at St George's hospital you are automatically a member. You should receive mailings from us from time to time.

 

How can I help?

 

• By volunteering to give a little time to help the committee and the hospital in its work
• By helping to organise and attending events to raise money
• By donating money whether by supporting an event or by leaving funds in wills

 

What should I do if I have a suggestion or complaint, or want to get involved?

 

• Leave us a note in one of our suggestion boxes
• See our Getting Involved page
• Contact us by writing, phone or email

©St George's Kidney Patients Association 2007 registered charity no..1021655. St. George's Hospital, Blackshaw Road, London SW17 0QT