Day Hospice

What can I expect from a day in the Day Hospice?

The Day Hospice provides an informal environment for patients who live at home but who can benefit from the support of our experienced palliative care nursing team in the hospice. 
 
This is a relaxed and safe environment for up to 12 patients a day, open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday throughout the year, excluding bank holidays. In most instances, a patient will visit the Day Hospice one day a week. 

What services are offered?

We offer a wide range of services that are provided by the Nursing Team and a dedicated team of volunteers. Services provided include:

Do I need to provide my own transport to and from The Day Hospice Unit?

We operate a bus service with trained members of staff and volunteers for patients who have transport dificulties or require assistance. In addition to this service we have a team of volunteers who provide transport to and from the Hospice.

Referral to the Day Hospice

Referrals to Day Hospice specialist services are made through: 

• The patients GP or Hospice Community Specialist Nurse 
• Hospital Consultant or Palliative Care Team 
• Other Health professionals, eg. Respiratory Nurse Specialist, Hospital Nurse Specialist 
• Foyle Hospice Inpatient Unit 

Who is this service available to?

The services of Foyle Hospice Inpatient Unit are available to patients with cancer and other life-limiting conditions (e.g. Motor Neurone Disease, Parkinsons, Multiple Sclerosis, COPD)

Hear what Shirley, A Day Hospice patient, had to say about her experience.

"After Sunday, it is the highlight of my week. My programme hinges around it. I plan carefully so as to be free and in the best form I can be to reap all the benefits.... I cannot recommend this service highly enough. There is nothing to fear and so much to gain."