Hospice of the Valleys

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We need your support, now more than ever before.

The demand on the services provided by Hospice of the Valleys has not gone away during the current pandemic. Patients and carers still need support and for those feeling more isolated and vulnerable the needs are even greater now than ever before.

We are very fortunate to have a flexible team who are working hard to adapt how they work, so they can continue to provide the vital support to our patients who are the most at risk from Covid-19. However, we have had to close our Day Centre, our shops and pause access to our complementary therapist and physiotherapist services.

As we continue to work in what can only be described as unchartered times, the demand on our services will only continue to rise, however following Government advice and to protect our patients and those that matter most to them, our workforce, our volunteers and supporters, we have made the very difficult decision to cancel or postpone all of our fundraising events and activities over coming months.

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For Patients

Any life limiting condition can be frightening for patients and those closest to them. It is important to know that there is support for you and those important to you.

We know caring for someone can be challenging, and that’s why Hospice of the Valleys doesn’t just care for patients.

This is an information point displaying all end of life and palliative care resources that are accessible for healthcare professionals.

There are so many ways that you can get involved and support our patients and their families. From participating in one of our key events to volunteering.

Our local shops help raise vital funds so we can continue providing specialist care and support to our patients and their families.

£24

Would pay for an hour of specialist nursing care for a patient in their own home.

£40

Would cover the cost of a tailor made package of complimentary therapy to support a patient in helping them cope with their symptoms and anxiety, so they can make the most of their precious time.

£150

Would pay for a Healthcare Assistant to provide care and support for a night at a patient’s home, allowing their carers and family the opportunity to get a good night’s sleep.

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Latest News

Hospice at Home during COVID 19

Posted on 1st May 2020 by Rachel Watkins

Facing a life-limiting illness is frightening for both patients and families and sometimes this fear can be more frightening at night. The day time is also difficult for carers when they are providing 24hr care whilst being sleep deprived. This is all the more heightened during this pandemic. Our Hospice at Home Team are…

So much has changed, yet it still feels like early days

Posted on 23rd April 2020 by Rachel Watkins

The whole essence of my role as a Palliative Care Social Worker, the contact with individuals and their families, with bereaved relatives and other services has been essentially about the face-to-face interaction and rapport that develops. For now, that has gone. Telephone support with the offer of things like Zoom and Skype, has replaced what…

Upcoming Events

April 1

Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge

Raising money for Hospice of the Valleys during this time of crisis. The incredible staff at Hospice of the Valleys continues to provide what services it can to our community living with a life-limiting illness and their families during these unprecedented times. The patients and families the Hospice cares for rely overwhelming on…

June 6 @ 12:30 pm

Zip and Swing

Zip and Swing for the Hospice EVENT POSTPONED – WAITING CONFIRMATION OF NEW DATE FROM VENUE If you love adrenaline then you’ll love this new challenge for the Hospice….Zip and Swing! Fundraising doesn’t come much faster than this! Do you dare to zip and swing for the Hospice this June? …

Calendar of Events

Calendar of Events
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				1 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge	2 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge	3 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge
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18 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge	19 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge	20 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge	21 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge	22 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge Hospice Big Camp Out	23 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge Hospice Big Camp Out	24 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge Hospice Big Camp Out
25 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge Hospice Big Camp Out	26 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge	27 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge	28 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge	29 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge	30 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge	31 Lock-down Beard and Roots Challenge

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Phil Webber

Phil was shell shocked when diagnosed with Prostate Cancer three years ago, age 44. Not knowing where else to turn, Phil self-referred to the hospice, already aware of the service as his father- in- law had received support. “When I was diagnosed I was unsure where to turn. The hospice helped me understand my diagnosis and then explained the services they could provide to support me and my family” Shortly after Phil’s referral his specialist nurse saw he was suffering from a number of stress induced problems and suggested complementary therapy. “I was sceptical to begin with, but I could soon feel the benefits. My stress levels decreased and my sleep dramatically improved”. Phil received reflexology, massage and aromatherapy he also received these treatments when staying at Ysbyty Aneurin Bevan hospital. The treatments improved Phil’s physical and psychological symptoms, allowing him to open up, discussing his fears and anxieties in a safe and relaxed environment. “It was my oasis in life, it was me time and I didn’t get that anywhere else. I would highly recommend having complementary therapies to anyone who is unsure. They have helped me no end and I haven’t looked back since” Phil explained. During Phil’s journey he accessed a variety of the hospice’s services including family support, nursing and therapies. The clinical team worked together providing the support Phil needed. Phil was discharged from the hospice as his symptoms were controlled and stable. Although Phil was anxious about discharge, he worked with the team and knows that should anything change, the hospice is only ever a phone call away.