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The essence of Hospice care is improvement in the quality of life. This is achieved by the relief of pain and distress by specialised medical and nursing care and the provision of social, emotional and spiritual support for the patient and their carers. The uniqueness of each individual is acknowledged and their own needs identified. The care is implemented according to these needs. The period of care extends from the first contact and for as long as is necessary. All the statements of policy are aimed at providing the best possible care to encourage security, maintain dignity and enable each one to find peace. |
The staff, both in the Hospice and in the community, work in close co-operation with all health services and personnel in the surrounding area and therefore an important feature of Hospice care is education and training.
Care is given unconditionally to those who need it regardless of age, religious or cultural belief and is without charge. The area served is primarily, but not exclusively, Preston, Chorley and South Ribble.