The transition journey for you and the young person you care for, may involve moving on from the services provided by a children’s hospice. Below are links to hospice and specialist palliative care services provided across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. There is one children’s hospice serving Herefordshire and Worcestershire (based in Worcester) and four adult hospices across the two counties.
Hospice UK is the national charity for Hospice and end of life care and has information for professionals, patients and their loved ones and carers.
Acorn's Children's Hospice
Acorns provides a holistic range of services for children and young people up to the age of 18 who are life limited, and life threatened. The services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days each year across our three hospice sites in Birmingham, Walsall and Worcester. Acorns for the Three Counties, based in Worcester, supports families from Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Gloucestershire and South Warwickshire.
At Acorns we provide specialist care that is tailored to the child and family’s specific needs; we support the whole family as and when they need it, throughout their journey from referral to bereavement or transition into adult services. When a young person reaches the age of 14, we provide information to support the decisions the young person and their family may have to make about adult care. Working with other professionals, the young people and their families, we support their transfer from Acorns to the appropriate adult services by the time they are 18.
Referrals are accepted from a pediatrician, nurse or midwife. If you would like your child or someone you care for to be considered for referral speak to a trusted health care proffessional. More information on Acorn's referral process and acceptance criteria can be found on their website, here.
St Michael's Hospice
Our professional staff and trained volunteers are committed to improving the quality of life for our patients and their families and carers. We can offer Day Services (including specialist clinics), Inpatient Services, Hospice at Home Service and support for families and carers (including financial advice and practical support).
We care for cancer and non-cancer patients and, because everyone’s illness is unique, we offer a range of different treatments. Our outpatient clinics and support groups can give you the confidence and advice to help you live well with your illness.
Our person-centred approach means we also provide psychological and emotional support from our counselling and social care team. Visiting the Hospice offers you a chance to socialise, meet new friends and take part in activities ranging from arts and crafts to informative talks. Many of our services are also available for your family and carers.
Hospice at Home Service
For patients who wish to stay at home, we provide a Hospice at Home Service. Hospice care staff visit you at home to offer support and discuss your care. Towards the final stages of your illness, we can arrange for hands-on nursing care in your home at times when you and your family need it.
Phone: 01432 851000
Referrals are accepted from any health and social care professional, family members or from the young person themselves.
Wye Valley NHS Trust Specialist Palliative Care Service
The team has doctors in palliative medicine, specialist palliative care nurses (CNSs) and psychologists who look after people with a life-limiting illness. They can help if the young person you care for has symptoms (physical, psychological, social or spiritual) that are affecting their quality of life. They work across all care settings including Hereford County Hospital, Herefordshire Community Hospitals and Herefordshire and Mid Powys community; they can see people in any of these settings. The team also works closely with colleagues at St Michaels Hospice. Young people and/or their family are welcome to contact the service directly and the service can request a formal referral from their GP or Hospital Specialist on their behalf.
St Richard's Hospice
St Richard’s Hospice is here for anyone over the age of 18 in Worcestershire who lives with a serious, progressive illness.
Everything we do focuses on providing the best care for patients, their loved ones and carers at home, at the hospice or via support groups.
Our patients are so much more than their illness and with our support they can make the most of every day.
Our care in the community
Our knowledgeable and experienced Community Nursing Team offers a specialist service to help patients and families manage their care in their own surroundings.
Our care at the hospice
Our Living Well Centre offers clinical and wellbeing support in a friendly space. Our team empower patients and families to live as well as they can. Wellbeing programmes include Tai Chi and creative therapy.
Our home-from-home In-patient Unit provides 24-hour care tailored to each person’s needs. Our comfortable and cosy rooms have en-suite facilities and a private patio area overlooking the lake and gardens.
Our Family Support Service gives emotional and practical support for adults and children including counselling and group sessions. We provide a safe, confidential place to talk where concerns are heard in a non-judgemental and caring way.
How to make a referral Referrals are accepted from the patient's GP, consultant, district nurse or health care professional. Patients, or a person close to them, can also speath to the St Richard's Gateway referral team for information and advice
Living Well Centre - St Richard's Hospice (strichards.org.uk)
Patient information, webinars, and resources - St Richard's Hospice (strichards.org.uk)
Support services - St Richard's Hospice (strichards.org.uk)
Support services for families and carers - St Richard's Hospice (strichards.org.uk)
KEMP Hospice
KEMP day hospice sits at the heart of the Wyre Forest, and we’re open to anyone over the age of 18 in the Wyre Forest district. It's a happy hub where patients, their families and carers receive the support they need from our team of specialists through one-to-one support, groups, and virtual sessions.
We work with each person to create a holistic, bespoke programme of care which is regularly reviewed and adapted to the individual's needs. Spending time at our hospice can include:
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Nursing care – holistic assessment and individualised support.
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Exercise and Wellbeing groups face to face or virtual and individual support.
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Occupational therapy, helping to maintain independence and function.
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Creative Activities and groups.
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Complementary therapies
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Finance & Welfare Support.
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Psychological Support and counselling for patient and loved ones.
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Care Home Support.
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Our inhouse chef caters for all diets and individual needs and cooks up a varied menu daily.
Our virtual day hospice and one-to-one support means patients who can’t visit the hospice can still get support they need from our team and other patients.
At times, the team will visit patients at home when they are unable to attend the hospice.
If you require any more information about services: Tel: 01562 756000 or email: care.
Referrals can be made by the young person or by someone they know.
Primrose Hospice
The Primrose Hospice offers care and support for adults living with a life limiting illness and we are here to ensure you are able to live your life as fully as possible.
Day Hospice Service
We offer a Day Hospice that offers clinical support and understanding in a relaxed environment. We aim to empower patients and families to make decisions which best suit your needs and diagnosis and to support our patients to live as well as they can. Our team includes:
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Clinical Nurse Specialist
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Registered Nurses
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Clinical Support Worker
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Occupational Therapist
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Physiotherapist
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Wellbeing Activities Co Ordinator Save
Wellbeing service
Our wellbeing services are here to help you manage and maintain your quality of life. This includes activities such as:
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Yoga
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Tai Chi
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Therapeutic Singing
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Men’s Group – Incorporates Days Out
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GALS Group – Informal support group for ladies
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Foot Health
Family Support Services Referral Process - Primrose Hospice | Bereavement Support.
We provide emotional support through individual counselling and group support. We support adults and children who are bereaved or have someone they are close to with a life limiting illness. Family support can also help you with benefits advice by talking with other agencies and ensuring you and your loved views are heard.
The Clinical care & Wellbeing Teams work closely with the Family Support Team to ensure we are offering a holistic approach to your care and support.
Referrals can be made by an individual, a family member of by a patient's GP.
The Shakespeare Hospice
How to refer Day Hospice - How To Refer - The Shakespeare Hospice
The Shakespeare Hospice offers specialised care and support to patients, their loved ones and carers across South Warwickshire and the surrounding areas. Their reach extends beyond the tranidional hospice walls providing expert support within the local community and patients' own homes. They offer a diverse range of community based services, including
- Adult Community Care Service (Day Hospice and Hospice at Home)
- Rehabilitation and Therapy Services
- Adult Counselling
- Children and Family Support Services (CAFSS)
- Transitional Care Services
In some instances we are able to accept referals for tranistional from further afield. Please speak to us directly about your needs and we can guide you appropriately.
To discuss the services for yourself or a loved one or if you are a health care professional and would like to refer a patient, please contact us on Phone: 01789 266852 or Email: Tsh.referals@TheShakespeareHospice.org.uk
