Palliative and end of life care

Our Hospital Palliative Care Team provides advice and support for patients with advanced life-limiting illnesses, as well as for their families and carers.

This is a service we offer seven days a week, with specialist nurses available to help patients with complex needs or uncontrolled symptoms.

Our team is based at the Alexandra Hospital, Redditch and Worcestershire Royal Hospital, and we can:

• Advice and management ofcomplex symptoms such as pain, nausea, vomiting, anxiety, breathlessness, and fatigue (overwhelming tiredness)
• Psychological support and advice to patients, carers and significant family members
• Liaison with nurses, doctors, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, chaplaincy, social services and other people involved in your care both in hospital and at home
• Liaison with local specialist palliative care services, hospices, day care services and community teams
• The opportunity to discuss your preferences and wishes to help you plan future care
• Advise on practical things, such as finances