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In-patient care
The In-patient Unit (IPU) provides specialist palliative and end of life care in a peaceful and welcoming environment at the hospice.
Our catchment area
We care for people from across Hastings and Rother. From Camber in the east to Ticehurst in the north, Little Common and Cooden in the west, and everywhere in between.
What the In-patient Unit offers
People come to the In-patient Unit for different reasons, whether that’s end of life care, or short stays for symptom management or respite care before returning home.
Specialist care and support
Expert palliative and end of life care from an experienced multidisciplinary team.
Personalised care
Care plans shaped around each person’s needs, wishes and priorities.
Patients at the heart
Patients and those important to them are involved in decisions about care and treatment.
Access to wider services
Support from physiotherapy, occupational therapy, wellbeing, spiritual care, social work and complementary therapies.
Frequently asked questions
No. People come to the In-patient Unit for different reasons, including assessment of complex palliative care needs, symptom management, respite care and end of life care.
Yes. We know how important it is for people to stay connected to those closest to them. Family and friends are welcome to visit during a stay. We can also welcome much-loved pets following discussion and assessment with the care team.
There’s no set length of stay. Some people stay with us for a shorter period for symptom management, assessment or respite care before returning home, while others stay for longer. Care is always tailored to individual needs.
Yes. We encourage people to bring personal items that help them feel comfortable, such as photographs, toiletries, books, blankets or other belongings that are important to them.
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