Do you need any special care?
Palliative, or end-of-life care, is specialized medical care for people with serious or terminal illnesses such as a type of dementia or advanced cancer. The support focuses on relieving the symptoms, pain, and stress of a serious illness – keeping you as comfortable as possible. The ultimate goal is to improve the quality of life for both the patient and their families and friends whilst reducing the emotional effects of illnesses.
- Personal care and assisted living such as assistance with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Continence care, whether it is changing continence pads or managing a stoma or catheter.
- Support with pain management
- Preparing meals to your tastes, and washing up afterwards.
- Running errands to collect prescriptions or food shopping.
- Companionship and supporting your independent living at home