Inpatients

No matter how long the stay, we try to make inpatients feel as comfortable as possible. Here you will find useful information before you leave home.

We know it can be a stressful and, occasionally, intimidating experience when you or your loved one is admitted to hospital. No matter how long the stay, we try to make inpatients feel as comfortable as possible.

Here you’ll find everything you need to know about what to expect during your stay at Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust. If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

While you are in hospital, keeping you safe and well is a priority for the staff looking after you. There are also some simple things you can do to help keep yourself safe during your hospital stay, such as asking for help when needed, protecting yourself from slips and falls and helping to prevent blood clots.

The NHS England National Patient Safety Team have created this video that gives you tips on keeping yourself safe during your hospital stay.

Simple steps to keep you safe during your hospital stay video

Simple steps to keep you safe during your hospital stay video (British Sign Language (BSL) version)