Hospice and bereavement support in south west Essex offers care for people approaching the end of life. It also provides help for families, loved ones and carers during bereavement.
These services offer specialist palliative care, end of life support and emotional support. The aim is to help people live as comfortably as possible. At the same time, families and carers can get the advice and support they need.
In south west Essex, support is available through local hospice services depending on where you live.
Saint Francis Hospice provides specialist care for people living in Brentwood.
St Luke’s Hospice provides specialist care for people living in Basildon and Thurrock.
Palliative and end of life care
Hospice and bereavement support in south west Essex includes palliative and end-of-life care for people with a life-limiting illness.
Saint Francis Hospice
Saint Francis Hospice supports people to live with dignity and comfort. Care is shaped around each person’s needs, wishes and preferences.
Services include:
- specialist palliative care and symptom management
- wellbeing and therapy groups to support quality of life
- practical, emotional and spiritual support
- support for loved ones, families and carers
- end of life care at home, in the hospice, in nursing homes and in other community settings
Saint Luke’s Hospice
Saint Luke’s Hospice offers specialist support tailored to individual needs and wishes for people living in Basildon and Thurrock.
Services may include palliative and end of life care, support in the community, and help for families and carers.
Bereavement support in south west Essex
Bereavement support in south west Essex is available for adults and children. This support gives people space to talk and access to practical advice. It also offers emotional support during grief and loss.
Support may be available before and after a bereavement. This can help families, loved ones and carers at different stages of their journey.
How to access hospice and bereavement support
How you access hospice and bereavement support depends on where you live.
If you live in Brentwood
Saint Francis Hospice services can be accessed through a referral from any healthcare professional. Self-referrals are also welcome.
If you live in Brentwood, call the referrals co-ordinator at Saint Francis Hospice on 01708 758606. You can also visit the Saint Francis Hospice website to find out more about making a referral.
Alternatively, speak to your GP or another health or social care professional involved in your care. They can explain the support available and help arrange a referral on your behalf.
If you live in Basildon or Thurrock
If you live in Basildon or Thurrock, hospice and bereavement support is available through Saint Luke’s Hospice.
You can speak to your GP or another health or social care professional about referral options. You may also wish to visit the St Luke’s Hospice website or contact the hospice directly for further information.