Getting help to get to hosp appt

[nuttywoman]

Does anyone know if we can transport to an hosp appt for my husband.The hosp is 30miles away and i as his carer has to attend with him, but it would mean a train and taxi ride if we went on our own.If there is, who do we get in touch with?
thanks val

[j-baby-scotland]

Many people volunteer as drivers for this purpose, plus the NHS does provide transport.
I'd phone the hospital to ask what is available.

[julesgr]

Have you looked for information on the hospitals website?
Also look for information from their patient Liason service (PALS)

[Savvy_Sue]

It may be worth asking your GP surgery what they are aware of as well.

I know my parents are always getting transport arranged when they have to go to hospital, because neither of them drive and it's not an easy journey.

[anguk]

When my husband had his leg amputated he always had the patient ambulance pick him up for hospital appointments as I don't drive. It was arranged through our GP's surgery so give them a ring but remember to tell them that you need to go with him too so they can book two seats.

[nuttywoman]

Thanks all for advice, rang up local patient transport and its all sorted.
thanks val