An incurable diagnosis affects everyone in the family.
Support for families and carers is a vital part of our care. We offer emotional, practical and spiritual help for loved ones – before and after bereavement.
For information on any of these services, please call us on 01785 270832.
Carers
Carers’ groups
If you are caring for someone with an incurable illness who is under our care, we hold dedicated support groups for you.
Learn about our Carers’ groups
Respite for carers
Our Respite for Carers service, delivered as part of our Hospice at Home, gives you time to rest while your loved one remains safe and cared for at home.
Emotional and spiritual care
At times of change, illness or loss, many people reflect on life’s meaning and purpose. You might feel closer to your faith or spirituality, or you may have questions and doubts.
Whatever your beliefs, if you’d like a safe, non-judgemental space to explore questions about faith, values or meaning, our Spiritual Care Volunteers are here for you. They are part of our Family Support Team and can meet with you in person or by phone.
Counselling service
Our counselling service offers a safe space to talk through feelings and challenges. Support is available for patients, families, carers and loved ones from day one of diagnois to bereavement and beyond.
Bereavement services
Grief is personal and can feel different from day to day. If you’ve lost someone to an incurable illness we’re here to support you, whether or not your loved one was under our care.
You can access one-to-one support, join welcoming spaces like our Bereavement Café, and download our practical guide to help with sorting affairs and making arrangements after a death.
Wellbeing resources
Explore our wellbeing resources for practical tips and support to help you care for your mind and body.
What we do
Discover how we care for patients and families at every stage of an incurable illness
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