Patient Marks 100th Birthday by Filming Hospital Care

Grateful for 'exceptional' care, Norman collaborated with a video club to create a film highlighting his positive experience at Abbeyview Ward.

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A grateful patient, Norman, celebrated his 100th birthday by collaborating with the Tewkesbury Video Camera Club to produce a film highlighting the exceptional care he received at Abbeyview Ward.

Having spent two-and-a-half weeks on Abbeyview Ward, Norman was so grateful for the ‘exceptional’ care he received that he decided to use his 100th celebration to help promote the community hospital and those who supported his recovery.
After speaking with his consultant, Dr Wales, Norman suggested creating a film highlighting the hospital and his experiences as a patient. With Dr Wales’ support, Norman and fellow members of the Tewkesbury Video Camera Club spent a morning filming on site, including on Abbeyview Ward.
Behind the camera was Will Henney of Will Henney Media, supported by production assistant Jodie. The filming was directed by Tewkesbury Video Camera Club member Matt and was accompanied by physiotherapist Suzie Guilding, who had been involved in Norman’s care during his stay.
The film has now been shared online.
Based on information from the official source: Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust (21/10/2026)