Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw, Cumbria's Children's Hospice Review

About Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw, Cumbria's Children's Hospice

Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw, Cumbria's Children's Hospice is a non-profit organization that provides unique care and support to children and young adults with life-limiting illnesses. The hospice is located in the beautiful Eden Valley of Cumbria, UK. Jigsaw has been providing its services for over 30 years now, making it one of the most experienced hospices in the region.

Jigsaw's mission is to provide individualized, complex nursing and therapeutic support to each child and young adult who needs it. The hospice has a dedicated team of skilled nurses who work tirelessly to ensure that every patient receives the best possible care. They understand that every child or young adult has unique needs, so they tailor their care plans accordingly.

The hospice offers a range of services including respite care, end-of-life care, symptom management, play therapy, music therapy, art therapy and much more. They also provide support for families through counseling services and bereavement support.

One of the unique features of Jigsaw is their "home from home" environment. The hospice has been designed to feel like a family home rather than an institution. This helps patients feel more comfortable during their stay at the hospice.

Jigsaw relies heavily on donations from individuals and organizations to continue providing its vital services free of charge. They organize various fundraising events throughout the year such as sponsored walks/runs/cycles/swims etc., charity auctions/dinners/balls etc., corporate partnerships/sponsorships etc.

In addition to providing direct patient care services at their facility in Carlisle (Cumbria), Jigsaw also provides outreach services across Cumbria through its community nursing team which includes specialist nurses who visit patients in their own homes or schools if required.

If you are looking for ways to get involved with this amazing organization then there are many opportunities available such as volunteering your time or skills (e.g., gardening/ DIY/ cooking/ baking/ admin work), donating money or goods (e.g., toys/games/books/art supplies), organizing your own fundraising event/activity etc.

In conclusion, Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw is an exceptional organization that provides invaluable support for children and young adults with life-limiting illnesses across Cumbria region. Their dedicated team works tirelessly day-in-day-out ensuring each patient receives individualized complex nursing & therapeutic support they need while maintaining a homely environment where patients can feel comfortable during their stay at this amazing facility."