New gaming cart will keep patients distracted on Bronglais children's ward

Thanks to generous donations, Hywel Dda Health Charities, the official charity of Hywel Dda University Health Board, has funded a RockinR Gaming Cart worth over £2,800 for Angharad Ward at Bronglais Hospital.

The RockinR is a gaming cart made for the medical environment. An Xbox S series or Nintendo Switch console can be stored inside a medical grade, lockable compartment that is secure and infection control safe. It's equipped with an integrated screen and two controllers.

Paul Harries, Health Play Specialist, said: “We’re incredibly grateful that generous donations to Angharad Ward have enabled us to purchase the new RockinR Gaming Cart.

“RockinR Gaming Carts are used effectively and extensively to support patients of all ages. They can be extremely effective in occupying patients as well as providing much needed distraction from pain, anxiety and the stresses of hospitalisation.

“The gaming cart provides a facility for patients to be able to stream films and videos as well as play games, enabling them to feel less isolated and hugely improving the experience that patients and their families have of hospital.”

Nicola Llewelyn, Head of Hywel Dda Health Charities, the official charity of Hywel Dda University Health Board, said: “The support of our local communities enables us to provide services over and above what the NHS can provide in the three counties of Hywel Dda and we are extremely grateful for every donation we receive.”