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Patient Information

Kitchen Trolley

https://kingstonhospital.nhs.uk/information/kitchen-trolley

What is a kitchen trolley for?

This leaflet is for patients who have been assessed as needing a kitchen trolley to improve independence in the home. It is also for the families, carers and professionals supporting you.

A kitchen trolley helps you transport food and drinks from room to room.

Photo kitchen trolley

Maximum weight limit

165 kg (or 364 lbs)

When should you not use a kitchen trolley?

Do not use a kitchen trolley:

  • as a replacement for a walking aid or frame
  • if you have not been assessed as needing one
  • if your property has narrow doors and steps​
  • outdoors
  • if your property is cluttered
  • if you cannot use two hands to operate the trolley
  • if you have severe visual impairment
  • to transport hot things that could melt the trolley such as hot pots and pans
  • to transport cups or glasses that are full of liquid that could spill easily.

How to set up a kitchen trolley

  1. Ensure all wheels are in good condition.
  2. Ensure all clips are fitted correctly.
  3. Ensure shelves are firmly attached.
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Website address and QR code for a video which shows how to fit a
kitchen trolley
https://youtu.be/HaRFV3BhltU
QR kitchen trolley video

How to collect your kitchen trolley or request a repair for a kitchen trolley

Each borough’s provider and phone number is listed in the Contacts section below.



Contacts

Kingston - Medequip 0208 154 2922
Merton - Uniquis 0208 664 8860
Richmond - NRS 0300 100 0253
Surrey - Millbrook 0208 750 1580
Wandsworth - NRS 0300 100 0253

Translate Please speak to a member of staff before or during your visit to the hospital if you require translation.
Accessibility Please contact the Patient Experience Team on 020 8934 3850 if you need this information in a different format.
For information accessibility please visit Kingston Hospital AccessAble www.accessable.co.uk/kingston-hospital-nhs-foundation-trust
Support services

Visit the hospital website, ask a member of staff, or ring us for details.

www.kingstonhospital.nhs.uk

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  • Information, advice and support for patients and relatives (PALS) 020 8934 3993
  • Pastoral and Spiritual Support 020 8546 7711
  • Learning Disability Liaison Team 020 8934 6895
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Accessibility

Please contact the Patient Experience Team on 020 893 3850 if you need this information in a different format.
For detailed information on accessibility at Kingston Hospital visit Kingston Hospital AccessAble (https://www.accessable.co.uk/kingston-hospital-nhs-foundation-trust).


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