Everyone involved with Teddies for Loving Care had huge cause for celebration recently as the three millionth bear was presented to Play Specialist, Jackie James at Peterborough City Hospital.
The special bear was given to Jackie by Dr David Staples, a hospital clinician and CEO of the United Grand Lodge of England. On receiving the little bear Jackie said:
The TLC bears are very special to us in the Emergency Department and have a wonderful, positive impact on children who are receiving care.
When a child first arrives at hospital not only are they feeling unwell, but they may also be feeling scared and anxious. The bear helps to provide some comfort and makes them feel at ease
Dr David Staples added:
We are delighted to be able to present the three millionth bear from the ‘Teddies for Loving Care’ initiative to the hard working staff at Peterborough City Hospital.
As a doctor, who also works at this hospital, I know how important these bears can be; both for the children who receive them and the staff who give them.