Palliative care is the active total care of patients whose disease is not responsive to curative treatment. Control of pain, of other symptoms and of psychological, social and spiritual problems is paramount. At Burrswood the inter-disciplinary care team aims to achieve the best quality of life for patients and their families.
With beautiful surroundings and a comfortable environment, Burrswood speaks of hope and healing. Even in the final days of life, care - whether by specially trained nurses and doctors, relatives, counsellors, clergy or physiotherapist - can always be positive, planned and purposeful. Within a secure environment it is possible to face and share the realities of each situation openly, helping patients, families and staff acknowledge and work with feelings of fear or pain, grief or vulnerability.
- Burrswood has 24 hour cover from resident doctors, chaplains, counsellors and nurses
- The Director is an accredited specialist in Palliative Medicine
- The interdisciplinary team receive ongoing training in this speciality
- Good symptom control is a priority, with syringe drivers, transfusions and symptom relieving procedures being used when indicated.
- Our Chaplaincy department lead a skilled pastoral team available in a discreet and sensitive manner to meet spiritual needs and questions. Our Church services can be relayed to the patients' rooms.
- Carefully chosen volunteers are available to sit with patients, if requested, so as to give relatives respite during an emotionally trying time.
- Patients are cared for in the privacy of their own rooms, allowing open visiting for the family. Twin-bedded rooms are available for patient and spouse.
- Diversional activities, such as Arts and Crafts, are available.
- Burrswood has accommodation for relatives of the very sick, so that the family can be close at hand.
- When appropriate, bereavement counselling can be offered to those left behind who may need skilled help in dealing with their own pain and loss.
Patients are admitted to Burrswood Hospital with a wide range of differing medical conditions. There is a pervading sense of hope, rather than despair and hopelessness.
We welcome referrals from NHS Hospitals and Trusts, from Home Care teams, General Practitioners, Consultants and Social Services.
Health Insurance may include palliative care under the terms of the policy to provide funding. In particular circumstances, and with prior arrangement, payment of fees may be postponed and eventually received from the estate executors.
For more information about the care offered at Burrswood please telephone our Admissions Department on 01892 863818 between 9:30am and 5:00pm GMT.
