About Wakefield hospice
Wakefield Hospice: Providing Compassionate Care for Over 30 Years
Wakefield Hospice is a local registered charity that has been providing expert care to people with life-limiting illnesses for over 30 years. The hospice is located in the heart of Wakefield and serves the surrounding areas, including Pontefract, Castleford, and Normanton.
The hospice was founded in 1989 by a group of dedicated volunteers who recognized the need for specialized care for people with life-limiting illnesses. Since then, Wakefield Hospice has grown to become an integral part of the community, providing compassionate care to patients and their families.
At Wakefield Hospice, we believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality end-of-life care. That's why we offer a range of services designed to meet the unique needs of each patient and their family. Our team includes doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, therapists and volunteers who work together to provide holistic support.
Our services include:
Inpatient Care: We have a 16-bed inpatient unit where patients can receive round-the-clock medical care from our experienced team.
Day Therapy: Our day therapy service provides patients with access to specialist therapies such as physiotherapy and occupational therapy.
Hospice at Home: We offer a hospice at home service where our team can provide support in the comfort of your own home.
Family Support: We understand that caring for someone with a life-limiting illness can be challenging. That's why we offer emotional support and practical advice to families throughout their loved one's illness.
Bereavement Support: Losing someone you love is never easy. Our bereavement support service offers emotional support and practical advice to help you through this difficult time.
All our services are provided free of charge thanks to the generosity of our supporters. As an independent charity, we rely on donations from individuals and businesses within our community to continue providing our vital services.
At Wakefield Hospice, we are committed to providing the highest standards of care to our patients and their families. We are proud to be a part of the Wakefield community and will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that everyone has access to compassionate end-of-life care.
If you or someone you love could benefit from our services, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Our team is here for you every step of the way.