Edinburgh daughter launches fundraiser for dad's mobility scooter after severe hospital fall
Fundraiser launched for Corstorphine dad who suffered broken leg in hospital
An Edinburgh woman has launched a fundraising campaign to buy a mobility scooter for her father after he suffered severe injuries in a hospital fall.
Alistair, 62, from Corstorphine, who has Parkinson's disease, was left with a broken hip and leg after slipping in a corridor at the Western General Hospital in Edinburgh.
He was initially admitted after experiencing issues with his blood pressure, but developed an infection while on the ward which caused confusion and hallucinations.
Alistair’s daughter, Aileen Hambling, said he attempted to get out of bed after seeing things that were not there, before slipping in a corridor and suffering serious injuries.
He was left with a broken hip and leg, where he then required surgery involving a metal plate and screws.
Aileen explained that she was “quite angry” about what happened, adding: “It happened under their watch. I wasn't very impressed, to be honest with you.”
She said: “He was absolutely fine. I mean, he shuffled a bit when he walked, and his hand trembled a bit, but before the accident he was totally fine.”
Alistair, described by his daughter as a normally “bubbly character”, remains in hospital recovering from his injuries.
He has undergone MRI scans and a number of tests, with his family now waiting to see how his recovery progresses.
“He’s still in the hospital,” said Aileen. “He’s just recovering and he’s able to get on his feet.”
Aileen has launched a GoFundMe with a £4,000 target, hoping to buy him a mobility scooter to help him regain some independence once he returns home.
She explained that the scooter would allow him to “start going to the shops” and help his wife, who she expects will have to support him while he recovers.
While she is unsure whether her dad will be able to enjoy his beloved pint, she said she is most looking forward to seeing him socialise again.
She added: “You don't know what the future is going to bring, but he's still here, and we're going to make him try and live life to its fullest.”
To donate to Alistair’s GoFundMe, click here.