Gareth founded Wilbo’s Blends in 2019 after seeing the life changing difference transitioning to a real food blended diet made to his tube fed son William. Four years on and Wilbo’s Blends is now helping thousands of enterally fed people live a healthier happier life by supporting the transition onto a real food blended diet. With their innovative line of real food meals designed specifically for enteral feeding, Wilbo’s Blends has made real food an accessible alternative to formula in any setting including as a hospital inpatient, respite, school or at home.
Jill Edwards
UK Project FIT Manager
Refreshment Systems Ltd
Jill Edwards, UK Project Fit Manager at Refreshment Systems, is committed to delivering initiatives aimed at improving patient hydration through innovative solutions. With extensive experience collaborating with NHS trusts and healthcare organisations, she firmly believes that access to diverse beverage options not only fosters hydration but also cultivates a sense of inclusion and dignity among patients, ultimately contributing to their overall health outcomes and quality of life. Notably, Jill is currently leading on the launch of the UK's first automatic dysphagia hydration station, catering to individuals with swallowing difficulties.
Cathy Cawley
Lead Nurse, Intestinal Failure
Intestinal Failure Unit, Salford Royal Hospital, Part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA)
As the Lead Nurse on the Intestinal Failure Unit at Salford, Cathy oversees critical patient care initiatives, shapes best practices, and provides guidance to health care professionals nationally and internationally during the management of patients with Intestinal Failure. Cathys leadership is characterized by collaboration, innovation and always advocates for patient centered care. Cathys role is committed to empowering fellow healthcare professionals with the skills and expertise needed to deliver exceptional care for patients with intestinal failure and during the management of home parenteral support.