Contact Details
- Address
- Box 65,
Addenbrooke's Hospital,
Hills Road,
Cambridge, CB2 0QQ - Tel.
- 01223 331 823
- Fax
- 01223 331 826
- jj111@wbic.cam.ac.uk
- Website
- http://www.wbic.cam.ac.uk/
Access Issues
- Contact
- Mrs Jackie Jenkins
- Tel.
- 01223 331 820
- Fax
- 01223 331 826
- jj111@wbic.cam.ac.uk
Location, Services and Transport
Addenbrooke's Site. See separate entry for Addenbrooke's Site.
Parking
Main disabled car parking area is just outside the main entrance. There is no parking available here for cars without a disabled badge.
General Information
Part of the Department of Clinical Neurosciences, opened in 1995 and growing fast. Almost all work done in the centre is research.
Smoking
No smoking anywhere in the building or on the Addenbrooke's Site.
Medical facilities
First aider in the department. Located on the hospital site, near Accident and Emergency.
Emergency procedures
All fire exits are on the ground floor and level. The building is all ground floor, so no evacuation chairs are necessary.
Physical Access
Entrances
Level access to building, through two sets of heavy manual doors. Reception counter at standing height. There is a level internal entrance from the Critical Care Unit.
Number of floors
Almost all facilities are ground floor only. There is a small chemistry facility in the basement.
Lifts and stairs
If necessary, the basement can be reached via an internal lift from the main hospital. Arrange in advance. All other areas have level access.
Lecture theatres
Small lecture theatre in the Neurosciences Department (signposted ‘Spur B’) on level 2 of the main hospital. Tiered seating, but level access to the front and space for wheelchairs or other chairs.
Seminar/teaching rooms
Scanner rooms are ground floor and accessible, but discuss in advance if you have any access needs. Shared office rather cramped.
Library
Small, unstaffed Neurosciences library on level 2 of the main hospital. Some high shelves, but plenty of workspace — ask in the nearby offices if you need assistance.
Computer facilities
Members have their own computers. Central computer facilities are located in the School of Clinical Medicine.
Toilets
Disabled toilet in the building, and plenty more in nearby main hospital.
Common rooms
Small tea room and kitchen, rather cramped and difficult for a wheelchair. Some chairs and a low table.
Other
- Some offices are located on level 2 of the main hospital, rather cramped and with high keypad entry but otherwise fully accessible.
- Small Golden Jubilee gardens outside, with plenty of benches and smooth paths.
Visual Impairments
Assistance dogs
Please discuss in advance if you want to bring your guide dog into the building, as it is a clinical facility.
Computer facilities
Currently no special hardware or software for visually impaired users. Some could be acquired if necessary.
Large print, Braille and audio
Large print information on prior request.
Library and magnification equipment
Photocopier available.
Signs and wayfinding
Large, clear sign outside, and good internal signs. Wayfinding within the building is not difficult.
Other
- Generally good lighting around the building and within facilities.
Hearing Impairments
Induction loops
No induction loops currently.
Specific Learning Difficulties and Mental Health Issues
Arrangements for members with Specific Learning Difficulties are on an individual basis, in conjunction with the Accessibility and Disability Resource Centre. Discuss your needs with the Disability Liaison Officer.
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