Our Social services team works closely with patients and those people important to them in many different ways. 

We can quickly access support and practical advice, living with a life-limiting illness has an impact on every area of life.  Our senior social worker works with the wider hospice team to ensure ongoing care as well as comprehensive, safe and timely discharges from the inpatient unit. Our social worker also arranges formal packages of care. 

Patients, who are supported in the community, rather than on the inpatient unit, may also benefit from support and advice. The social worker also has links with external agencies which can support our patients helping them to make useful connections i.e., housing, welfare benefits etc. 

The hospice recognises it has a duty of care to protect those who are vulnerable to different forms of abuse. Our social worker is trained in safeguarding adults and will work closely with the patient during this time.

Hospice social workers help clients and their families navigate planning for end-of-life care; understand their treatment plan and be vocal about their needs; manage the stresses of debilitating physical illnesses, including emotional, familial and financial; overcome crisis situations; and connect to other support services. Hospice workers are advocates for patients and their families, and know what their clients need and what resources are available within and outside of hospice settings to help them.

Examples of how we can help you: