Long-term ventilation service

The long-term ventilation service cares for patients requiring long-term mechanical ventilation (invasive and non-invasive) and complex disability management

At the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with complex respiratory requirements. We expanded the capacity to provide exceptional care for individuals with complex respiratory needs requiring long-term mechanical ventilation.

Our long-term ventilation service provides specialist care and treatment for people who need ventilator support in a specially designed environment. This service is provided in two different wards Jack Emerson Ward and Leonora Ward. Both wards support the growing number of patients with complex respiratory / ventilation requirements. This includes patients receiving ventilation via a tracheostomy and non-invasive ventilator (NIV) support, as well as those requiring skilled and frequent complex respiratory intervention.

Leonora ward was recently refurbished with bespoke facilities and sensory equipment.

We specialise in addressing a wide range of patient conditions, including spinal cord injuries, neuromuscular disorders, and palliative care.

In addition to providing long-term care, our multidisciplinary team is proficient in facilitating the transition of patients to home-based care.

We work collaboratively with the RHN’s in-house assistive and rehabilitation technology service (COMPASS), the dedicated wheelchair team, and maintain close ties with specialised ventilation teams and local trusts.