Myton Hospice Warwick - Day Hospice

Introduction

Day HospiceDay Hospice aims to provide high quality palliative care in a safe and homely environment, and to give respite to carers. Our aim is to support patients with progressive life-limiting illness, in a social and therapeutic setting. There are no charges for the clinical services we provide to you.

Day Hospice is open Monday to Friday. While attending Day Hospice you will remain under the care of your GP. However, any problems relating to your illness can be discussed with the Day Hospice Team who maintain regular contact with your GP.

Lunch and light snacks are provided free of charge. The lunch menu offers two choices including a vegetarian option. Whenever possible your dietary requirements will be met. Please let us know of any specific needs likes or dislikes so that we can cater for these.

Warwick day hospiceYou will have an initial assessment by a Day Hospice nurse and doctor to discuss your individual palliative care needs. If Day Hospice is considered appropriate you will be offered a place for one day per week. Your care will be reviewed on a regular basis and when appropriate, discharge will be discussed with you. If alternative support/care is required we will endeavour to arrange this for you.

Please bring any medication you need for the day. If you need assistance taking your medication please bring it in a clearly labelled bottle.

Services

Day hospice services include:

  • Transport, if required to and from Day Hospice (through the use of volunteer
  • drivers or ambulance transport).
  • Opportunity to discuss any concerns, emotional, physical, social and spiritual.
  • Monitoring of symptoms and treatment when appropriate.
  • Consultation with a member of the Hospice medical team for Specialist Palliative
  • Care advice.
  • Nursing procedures (e.g. dressing changes).
  • Referral to the other services offered by Myton.
  • Diversional Therapy including crafts, music, quizzes, games etc.

Facilities

Day hospice facilities include:

  • Large lounge area with a conservatory
  • Quiet room
  • Complementary Therapy
  • Jacuzzi bath with hoist facility
  • Hairdressing Salon
  • Bedroom (if you need to rest)