Children's hospices provide respite and terminal care for children suffering from life-limiting conditions in a home-from-home environment. Care is provided for the child and their family at no cost to them for as long as is necessary, including post bereavement support.
Your doctor or consultant at the hospital can provide details of local hospices in the Lewisham area.
Hospices are run by different charities, they organise fund-raising activities to pay for the care they provide.
You can ask your doctor, health visitor or social worker to refer you to a hospice, or you can contact the hospice yourself.
Who is eligible
Admission is arranged through your doctor or hospital consultant. Some private nursing and rest homes also specialise in the care of the terminally ill.
FAQ
Do I have to pay for care in a hospice?
No. Hospice care is free.
Can the hospice provide help and care for short breaks?
Yes. Your child may just need some short term full time care and the hospice can provide this.