Who we are and what we do at Nightingale House Hospice
When you hear the word “hospice,” what comes to mind?
For many, it’s the Inpatient Unit—a place of care for those nearing the end of life. But did you know that a hospice like Nightingale House offers so much more? We provide a broad range of services that focus on supporting people living with life-limiting illnesses in the community.
As an independent charity, we rely heavily on the generosity of the public, trusts, and organisations to fund our services. It’s the kindness of others that allows us to provide high-quality care at no cost to our patients or their families.
Supporting people with life-limiting conditions
At Nightingale House, we’re here to help you live well. Our priority is making sure that you and your loved ones feel comfortable, safe, and fully supported during a challenging time. We understand that coming to a hospice may feel overwhelming, but there’s no need to be afraid.
Our skilled medical and therapy teams are here for you every step of the way. Whether you’re here for medical treatment, emotional support, wellbeing or simply to manage your symptoms, our care is always free of charge.
What services do we offer?
People often have misconceptions about what hospice care involves. While some of our patients come to Nightingale House for end-of-life care, many visit us for other reasons.
You might be here for a short period of assessment, symptom management, or perhaps to take part in our Wellbeing Programme, where you can engage in sessions designed to help you look after your overall physical and mental health.
Our complementary therapies offer an opportunity for you to relax and take your mind off your condition, providing a range of benefits.
Our physiotherapy sessions support you in achieving your goals and improving your symptoms, while our occupational therapy helps you live well at home and can refer you to community services that may be of benefit.
If you are unable to have a bath at home, we offer a bathing service where our team will assist you in making use of our specialist bathing facilities.
We also provide family support, understanding that a life-limiting illness affects not just the individual but their loved ones too, including children. From future planning, spiritual support, pre-bereavement and bereavement support to adult counselling, we’re here for everyone involved.
A dedicated team
Our clinical team is made up of experienced palliative care doctors, nurses and health care assistants who are passionate about what they do. They work closely with each patient to ensure that care is tailored to their specific needs, ensuring the highest standard of medical treatment and emotional support.
A home from home when you need it most
At Nightingale House, we want you to feel at ease. Our hospice is not just a place for medical care; it’s a community—a space where you can relax, spend time with your family, and receive the support you need, all in a homely and welcoming environment.
We know you may have questions, and we’re here to help. If you’d like to learn more about any of our services, please don’t hesitate to contact us on 01978 316800
