Hospice at Home

Hospice at Home is a venture launched by Isabel Hospice in collaboration with other local services.

Together with the Primary Health Care Teams (GPs and District Nurses) Hospice at Home is able to provide a high level of care and support to patients in their own homes, within available resources. Hospice Nurses provide holistic care for patients over a 24-hour period.

The care given may be practical, emotional, psychological, physical, social or spritual, according to individual needs.

Hospice at Home can provide short-term care for patients and carers who:
* can no longer cope at home within the present resources
* need specialist palliative care in a crisis situation. Palliative care does not alter the course of a disease but can improve the quality of life for the patient and their family.

* would like to be at home for the last few days of their lives

Hospice at Home is supported by a 24 hour Telephone Advice Line. This is available to all patients receiving care from Isabel Hospice and their carers.

If you would like any further information please contact the Hospice at Home Manager on: 01707 382500.