carer rights

You should speak to the hospital again. If he needs assistance you should be allowed in with him as long as you do a lateral flow test first. The last thing he needs is more injuries 

thank you very much @jillybean74 I will speak to them

Hi Charlotte101

Sorry to hear about all you've been through. I agree with Jillbean74 - speak to the team and hopefully they'll arrange for you to be able to accompany your husband to the appointments. I had to get similar permission to attend my husband's appointments and the hospital were very understanding. 

Sending you a huge virtual hug. Stay strong

Wee me xx

Oh it’s so hard.  I definitely understand the restrictions- with we carers attending appointments it essentially doubles the risk of Covid being introduced onto the ward or to the doctors.  And given the shutdowns and delays in treatment we’re already hitting, I do want to do my part to keep the health system safe, and cancer patients (who are particularly vulnerable) from being exposed to any more risk. However, I know my husband really does need me there, so when he’s consulting with his doctors I insist I’m at least on the phone.  He has missed critical information for his health that I hear and remember.  When I am allowed to accompany him, I’ve been extra careful- getting my vaccines and flu shot, wearing a mask carefully, and sanitising my hands all the time.  It’s heartbreaking because I know he needs me there emotionally, too, but mostly he has to do his appointments, scans, and procedures on his own with me in the car park.