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DownloadPalliative care is the care of patients with life limiting illnesses. The aim of palliative care is to achieve the best possible quality of life for patients and their family/carers by addressing physical, emotional, spiritual and social needs.
We are a hospital based multi-professional team consisting of a lead nurse for palliative and end of life care, palliative care clinical nurse specialists, palliative care occupational therapists, consultants in palliative medicine and palliative care support workers. We work within all areas of the hospital and have particular expertise in the management and support of patients who have an illness which is not curable. We see patients referred to us by clinical teams (in charge of a patient’s care).
Our specialist team can offer help through:
The team keeps clinical notes directly relevant to your care. Appropriate information will be shared with other care professionals (e.g. GPs, community nurses) to provide continuity of care during your hospital admission and on discharge.
Our team works from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, except Bank Holidays.
You can contact the team during this time on: 01273 523021
Out of hours, you can leave a non-urgent message on the answer machine. Staff can contact us via the number above.
Our team works from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, except Bank Holidays.
You can contact the team during this time on: telephone 01273 523021.
Out of hours, you can leave a non-urgent message on the answer machine.
Staff can contact us via the number above.
Hospital Switchboard
Brighton: 01273 696955
Haywards Heath: 01444 441881
Your Community Palliative Care Service is:___________________________________________
Contact Number:_________________________________________________________________
This information is intended for patients receiving care in Brighton & Hove or Haywards Heath.
The information here is for guidance purposes only and is in no way intended to replace professional clinical advice by a qualified practitioner.
Publication Date: September 2021
Review Date: June 2024