One to One Support

Everyone known to the hospice has the opportunity for one to one support and/or is able to join the patients, carers, or bereavement groups. Whether individually or with a group, those attending have the space to explore and express feelings, ideas, thoughts and concerns that may be difficult to share elsewhere.

(for patients, family, and carers)

Support for Children

At School, at home, or at the hospice; one to one support is offered to support children. Children are encouraged to explore and express themselves through talking, painting, drawing, or play.

'It’s Friday' drop-in

Every Friday from 10.30 am to 12.30 pm patients, their families, friends, and carers are welcome at Deer Park for the 'It's Friday' drop-in. This informal time is an opportunity to come and relax and meet with others, enjoy the gardens, spend time in the art room, and use the opportunity for one to one support if needed. Tea, coffee and light refreshments are available, and you are more than welcome to join us in the Terrace Cafe afterwards.

(for patients, carers, families, and friends)

Day Hospice

Supported by nursing staff, Day Hospice is time for patients to be together, where they can talk, laugh, be with each other, and find a quiet space too if needed. Available every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday throughout the year, patients can attend timetable free days to enjoy art and crafts, entertainment, occasional outings, relaxation in the gardens, and time to meet and talk with each other. Whilst our patients find benefit in going to Day Hospice, it is also an opportunity for their carer to attend a carers group, or have some respite from their 24/7 caring role.

(for patients)

'Look Good, Feel Great' (for patients) and 'Pamper Days' (for carers)

To help boost morale, 'Look Good, Feel Great' is available to patients and 'Pamper Days' for carers. Treatments include hand/foot massage, manicures, coping with hair loss, hairdressing, facials, and tips on make-up and wearing accessories.

'Staying Steady' sessions

Offered to patients and carers, 'Staying Steady' sessions teach the art of relaxation. Learning these skills can release and reduce tension, calm the mind, improve physical balance, sleep, and the ability to deal with stressful situations.

(for patients and carers)

'Questions & Answers' sessions

Invited professionals discuss topics such as nutrition, managing at home, and benefits.

(for patients and carers)

Complementary Therapy

Complementary Therapy treatments can be provided for patients and carers from the treatment rooms at Deer Park. The treatments include aromatherapy massage, Reiki healing, Indian head massage, and reflexology.

(for patients and carers)

Pastoral and Spiritual Care

Inherently present throughout all the Supportive Care work is an awareness of people's pastoral and spiritual needs. The team provides a flexible presence to respond as and when the need arises, and when required. Our Chaplain, Ben Luck, is also on hand to support people of all faiths, and also of none.

(for patients, carers, and the bereaved)