MediCinema is a UK-based registered charity that builds, installs and manages state-of-the-art cinemas, screening the latest releases the film industry has to offer in hospitals and health facilities.
For instance, since 1999, St Thomas' Hospital in London, England has shown films regularly in a cinema that seats 100 people and can accommodate 10 wheelchairs and 6 beds.
For instance, since 1999, St Thomas' Hospital in London has shown films regularly in a cinema that seats 100 people and can accommodate 10 wheelchairs and 6 beds.
By providing ‘Cinematherapy’ in this safe, stimulating, relaxing and sociable environment, MediCinema goers can escape the isolation of their wards and illness, and enjoy a few hours of normality and fun with their family and loved ones.
Admission is free of charge for all inpatients and outpatients on a regular programme of treatment, and Patients are encouraged to bring family members or carers along to share the experience together.
The Royal British Legion MediCinema was opened at the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre at Headley Court on September 27, 2012 for people in the military service who had sustained injuries.
The Health and Welfare Director at the Royal British Legion, Sue Freeth, stated "Rehabilitation is not only a huge physical challenge, but involves recuperating mentally as well.
[4] The Walt Disney Company, Vue Entertainment, Warner Brothers, 20th Century Fox and film distributors are key sponsors.