FAQs



What will I do during the day?

The approach of the Day-patient Centre is to provide tailor made support and care to patients based on each individuals needs and interests. The team also involve Carers in the decision making process. Carers are invited to attend a joint assessment meeting on a patient’s first day of attendance. This enables the team to gain a thorough understanding of both patient and carer needs.

Through attending the service, you will be able to access a wide range of treatments and activities, the staff will discuss with you how you wish to spend your day.

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Are meals provided?

Morning, tea, coffee and soft drinks are available on arrival. The Hospice’s catering department provide a freshly prepared three-course lunch; the team are able to cater for any special dietary requirements that you may have.

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Who will be caring for me in the Day-patient Centre?

The team consists of nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, lymphoedema therapist, complementary therapists and social workers. At all times, you remain under the care of your GP; the team regularly liaise with your GP to ensure consistency of care. In the case of an emergency and for urgent assessment there are doctors on site.

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Can I visit the Day-patient Centre prior to attending?

Yes. Speak with your community Princess Alice Nurse who will arrange a visit.

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When can I attend?

The Day-patient Centre is open weekdays between 10:00am and 3:00pm and normal attendance is one day a week. Additional individual and group clinics are available on an Out-patient basis. These include complementary therapies, transfusions, a breathlessness group and a fatigue group. Attendance is arranged following consultation, with you, your family and your carers.

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How do I get there?

It would be helpful if you could arrange your own transport to and from the Hospice, perhaps your family and friends would be able to help you. If this is not possible, we may be able to arrange volunteer transport.

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What if I cannot attend?

Please contact us as soon as possible on 01372 461802

Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm or leave a message on our 24 hour voicemail.

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