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Help patients at Guy’s and St Thomas’ receive innovative treatment and care – when every moment counts

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Could fund life-saving technology that helps prioritising the sickest patients and ensure they are treated first.
Could help fund a technology specialist to develop innovative, cost effective solutions that automate routine processes.
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Supporting patients and their families

Coping with a loved one in Critical Care is one of the hardest things anyone will ever face. In the high-pressure environment, where staff work tirelessly to care for patients, families can find themselves feeling lost, confused and alone.

With your support, families in Critical Care are no longer facing some of the most difficult days alone. Your support helped make Guy’s and St Thomas’ Family Liaison Team a reality – and the impact has been profound.

The impact of the Family Liaison Team

2,500

In 2024, over 2,500 patients were admitted to Critical Care, and behind each of them is a family suddenly thrown into crisis.

700

The family liaison team have provided invaluable comfort and support to more than 700 families.

76%

Since the scheme was introduced, 76% of staff believe there’s now greater trust between loved ones and clinical teams.

The Family Liaison Team

The Family Liaison Team at Guy’s and St Thomas’ is there to guide families through every step of the journey, offering a compassionate presence, clear communication, and emotional support when it’s needed most. They also help support staff in managing challenging situations and communicating with loved ones, so they can focus on delivering exceptional care.

Families say the personalised care from the Family Liaison Team helps them feel seen and heard – guiding them through difficult decisions, helping them advocate for their loved one’s wishes, and providing emotional support. Whether it is explaining complex medical information in an accessible way or even offering a reassuring hug, the Family Liaison Team’s compassionate presence makes a remarkable difference to families.

“Our family were truly lost until we met the Family Liaison Team... They were there to support us emotionally, explain medical jargon and ensure our voices were heard. They went above and beyond to ease our suffering and without them our experience would have been so much harder.”

Debbie, whose brother Gary spent four months in Critical Care

We want to fund more pioneering services like the family liaison team. More ways to care, support, and connect. But we can’t do it without you.

Your gift helps us continue striving to go the extra mile for patients, families and staff

£
Could help fund smart lockers, so outpatients can collect their medication quickly, safely, and without the wait.
Could fund life-saving technology that helps prioritising the sickest patients and ensure they are treated first.
Could help fund a technology specialist to develop innovative, cost effective solutions that automate routine processes.
£
Direct Debit
Paypal
Visa
Mastercard
Google Pay
Apple Pay