Herefordshire Freemasons have been supplying TLC teddies to Hereford Hospital’s A and E department for some time.  The Teddies were recently extended for use in the ENT Medical facility in the hospital.  

Teddies for Loving Care delivers very special bears to hospitals bringing relief and a smile to children in distress.

The cuddly bears are used by medical staff to calm children down, reward them for being brave or to demonstrate procedures. Often the bears distract poorly children so nurses and doctors can get their jobs done quickly and efficiently.

The TLC teddy has become an invaluable tool for medical professionals and a real comfort for children, helping to reduce the shock and distress of their experience. Every child that receives a teddy gets to take it home.

The picture shows Jay and Abbie of the ENT Department at Hereford hospital holding one of the teddies which they have named Grommet.

They said:

For many of our younger patients, a visit to hospital can feel frightening. These teddies from Herefordshire Masons offer comfort and reassurance at a time when it’s needed most, helping to make their experience a little less overwhelming. These teddies are making a meaningful difference to their visit