We support our staff by funding comfortable rest spaces so that they can unwind after a challenging shift.
The Refurbished Hardy Room at St Pancras Hospital
As part of a wellbeing initiative, CNWL NHS Health Charity secured a grant from NHS Charities together to fund the transformation of staff facilities at St Pancras Hospital - the newly refurbished Hardy Room.
Before the renovation, many staff were left without a dedicated space to take a break. They ate at their desks, in pooled cars, or offsite often without the time or environment needed to truly recharge.
Staff were consulted throughout the planning process - from the décor and furnishings to the layout and amenities. As a result, they now have a permanent comfortable physical room to rest, relax and have lunch.
Just six weeks after the opening, a survey showed a 31% improvement in the number of staff who felt their workplace now provided facilities that met their needs.
“It’s a good place to switch off when you're on a break. The décor, furniture and environment make it feel like you’re not at work, but in a café, just chilling with your food. It's also very calm.”
— A Therapy team member from CNWL's Rapid Access Service
Wellbeing Boxes for Staff Working on Christmas Day
Every year, our staff at CNWL go above and beyond, willingly sacrificing their Christmas Day to care for patients at your local NHS services. We believe these selfless acts deserve recognition. In 2023 and 2024, we funded wellbeing boxes to thank staff working on Christmas Day.
Each box was a small reminder that they are seen, valued, and deeply appreciated.
In 2023, thanks to our generous supporters we hand-delivered:
1,049 wellbeing boxes
To 129 services
Across 40 sites
In 2024, we expanded even further:
1,318 wellbeing boxes
Supporting 147 wards and teams
Delivered to 34 locations across the Trust
Each wellbeing box is packed with items to help staff relax, recharge, and feel valued. Each box contained, Hot chocolate, Scented balm, Love hearts, Biscuits, Coffee and tea, Mints, Puzzle cube and more
“Receiving something so nice and special over Christmas made all the difference at a time when we are supporting others during the festive holidays”
— Oscar, Advanced Lived Experience Practitioner