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North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Ladybridge Hall, 399 Chorley New Road, Bolton, BL1 5DD

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  1. Review titled Superb attention from ambulance paramedics. Broken Hip.

    Rated 5 stars out of 5

    by Rod Hollick - Posted on 21 May 2024

    Upon calling for an ambulance following a fall suffered by my 79 year old wife, it arrived literally within minutes! The service that was subsequently provided by the two paramedics involved, was literally world class. So very considerate, so very caring. Both paramedics are superb ambassadors for the NHS and after specifically asking them for their names during our journey to hospital, I’m extremely disappointed that I’m not permitted to reveal them here. Such superstars!

    Visited May 2024

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  2. Review titled Left in agony coz of Eid

    Rated 1 star out of 5

    by Annoyed and in pain - Posted on 10 April 2024

    I was told I had to wait over 3 hours in agony waiting due to ‘not enough drivers because of Eid’. I’m not religious so why is it cussing me agony. Sort your staff to fit the local demographic and disabilities. I’m in agony and love over an hour away and rely on this service. Shocking. And tbh discrimination against non religious people.

    Visited April 2024

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  3. Review titled Fantastic paramedics

    Rated 5 stars out of 5

    by Donna - Posted on 12 April 2024

    Had to ring ambulance early hours Monday morning from 999 operator to ambulance operator were very quick and professional on answering the phones.... the rapid response turned up within 4 mins, so caring and professional which made me feel safe then ambulance arrived few minutes later ... they were too so caring professional and calming , they dont get enough credit for the jobs they do they are angels....thank you all once again for being there for me xxx

    Visited April 2024

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  4. Review titled Patient Transport Information Out Of Date

    Rated 3 stars out of 5

    by Ally - Posted on 23 March 2024

    I have been trying to navigate the nwas Patient Transport System. Firstly, information on the nwas website is out of date, especially the telephone number for Bolton bookings. You call the number listed, and it is a recorded message telling you to phone another Bolton number. I then call Bolton, who tell me as my appointment is a weekend, they cannot book transport, and give me another nwas number to call, stating that when they have booked transport for weekends before, it often fails to arrive. Prior to calling Bolton, I called the Manchester numbers because I did not know who to call, living in one town, and having my appointment in another town, again there is no real information on the nwas website stating which route to take. I eventually get through to someone on a main number, who tells me they do not book patient transport for weekend appointments, it is only booked for cancer and dialysis patients. I tried to explain, I was told I could book transport through this number, but the man I spoke to was rude and unhelpful. So, according to the hospital PALS I am attending, I can’t claim back my travel costs (a taxi) through the NHS Travel Cost Scheme, as no-one wants to fund it despite this being against the government guidance for the NHS Travel Cost Scheme, and I can’t get nwas Patient Transport to provide weekend travel, so just what am I supposed to do. I have already forked out £50 for a return taxi once, and I now must go back for a further appointment. Not everyone has family, or friends who can take them or accompanied them to appointments, and I cannot use public transport to get to a hospital 18-miles away. I am unable to write nwas in capitals for this review.

    Visited March 2024

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  5. Review titled Fabulous driver

    Rated 5 stars out of 5

    by Sue Holt - Posted on 19 March 2024

    Picked up from my mums care home in Upholland the driver was courteous and on time. Took us to Fairfield Hospital for 9:30. We only waited 5 minutes after our appointment to be collected at 10:15 am. He put my mum at ease who has dementia. I wish I could name him. Please publish my review so that he can see it. His initials are tt. Well done ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Visited March 2024

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  6. Review titled Wodnderful Service

    Rated 5 stars out of 5

    by William Winstanley - Posted on 17 March 2024

    The paramedics, whom I'm prevented from naming, provided exemplary thoughtfulness and kindness when taking me from my home to A&E today. It could not be improved upon. I Find it most regrettable that I'm not permitted to name them. William Winstanley William Winstanley

    Visited March 2024

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  7. Review titled Paramedics

    Rated 5 stars out of 5

    by John Vallely - Posted on 09 January 2024

    Yesterday I fell 2ft of a ladder and gashed my head, the ambulance arrived within 15 minutes staffed by a pair of wonderful paramedics who were so efficient and friendly . I didn’t catch their names but I would like show my thanks and gratitude everything they did for me. I do hope they get to see this review. John Vallely

    Visited January 2024

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  8. Review titled Amazing Ambulance Staff

    Rated 4 stars out of 5

    by Kirsty - Posted on 03 January 2024

    I unfortunately had to wait in the ambulance at the hospital but the ambulance staff were amazing and at 35 weeks pregnant did everything to keep me upbeat

    Visited January 2024

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  9. Review titled Fabulous, friendly

    Rated 5 stars out of 5

    by Pam Kershaw - Posted on 26 January 2024

    I have limited mobility and get quite anxious but the guys put me at ease and wouldn't be as anxious next time, transport was excellent there and back, thank you so much

    Visited January 2024

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  10. Review titled The best team

    Rated 5 stars out of 5

    by Alexandra - Posted on 25 December 2023

    I would like to say a huge Thank you to the ambulance team helped me on Christmas Eve. I don't know there names but I know that These lady's deserve medal. Very kind and professional team. I wish you health and prosperity to you and your family. Alexandra London

    Visited December 2023

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