Service Development, Models and Collaborative Working 2017
DOI: 10.1136/bmjspcare-2017-hospice.262
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P-237 Understanding the need for respite care at dove house hospice: a retrospective audit

Abstract: BackgroundUK policy and guidance frequently refers to respite care as a key factor in supporting carers. (NICE, 2004; Department of Health, 2005) However, little is known about respite care in palliative and end of life care and the role of hospices in providing respite care. (Wolkowski & Carr, 2017; Vandepitte et al., 2016; Wolkowski et al., 2010). Dove House Hospice (DHH) in Hull provides respite care. Our observation is that the needs of both the patient and carer are frequently complex and patients are oft… Show more

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