Palliative and end-of-life care

Facing a life-limiting illness or the end of life journey can be an incredibly challenging time for individuals and their families. 

At New Living, we believe that everyone deserves to experience comfort, dignity, and peace in their final stages, ideally within the familiar and loving environment of their own home. Our Palliative and End-of-Life Care services are designed to provide holistic, compassionate support, focusing on enhancing quality of life and honouring personal wishes.

What is Palliative and End-of-Life Care?

Palliative Care focuses on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness, whatever the diagnosis. The goal is to improve the quality of life for both the patient and their family. It can be provided at any stage of a serious illness, alongside curative treatments.

End-of-Life Care is a specific type of palliative care given during the last months or years of life, or sometimes only the last few days or weeks. It aims to help individuals live as well as possible until they die, and to die with dignity. It also includes supporting their families during this time and after death.

Both types of care encompass a broad range of support, including:

• Symptom Management: Alleviating pain, nausea, fatigue, and other distressing symptoms.
• Emotional and Psychological Support: Addressing anxiety, depression, fear, and providing comfort.
• Spiritual Care: Supporting individuals in exploring and expressing their spiritual beliefs.
• Practical Assistance: Help with personal care, medication management, meal preparation, and light household tasks.
• Family Support: Providing guidance, respite, and emotional support to family members.
• Coordination of Care: Working closely with healthcare professionals, GPs, district nurses, and hospices.

Who Needs Palliative and End-of-Life Care?

Palliative and End-of-Life Care is suitable for individuals who:

• Are living with a life-limiting illness, such as advanced cancer, heart failure, respiratory disease, neurological conditions (e.g., motor neurone disease, advanced dementia), or kidney failure.
• Are experiencing uncomfortable symptoms that impact their quality of life.
• Wish to remain at home surrounded by their loved ones and familiar possessions.
• Require compassionate and professional support to manage their condition and maintain their comfort and dignity.
• Whose families are seeking professional, empathetic support and guidance during a challenging time.

How New Living Can Help

At New Living, our Palliative and End-of-Life Care services are delivered with profound respect, sensitivity, and professionalism. We focus on enabling individuals to live their remaining time as comfortably and meaningfully as possible. Our dedicated care professionals can assist with:

• Pain and Symptom Management Support: Working in conjunction with healthcare professionals to ensure effective relief from discomfort.
• Personalised Care Plans: Developing highly individualised care plans that prioritise comfort, dignity, and personal wishes, respecting choices about how and where to spend their final days.
• Personal Care and Comfort: Assisting with personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, and ensuring the individual is comfortable and well-cared for.
• Emotional and Psychological Support: Providing a compassionate presence, active listening, and understanding to alleviate emotional distress.
• Medication Management: Administering or prompting medication as prescribed to manage symptoms effectively.
• Respite and Support for Families: Offering invaluable respite for family carers, allowing them to rest, process, and spend quality time with their loved one without the constant burden of care tasks.
• Coordination with Healthcare Teams: Liaising seamlessly with GPs, district nurses, specialist palliative care teams, and hospices to ensure a coordinated and consistent approach to care.
• Bereavement Support Information: Providing resources and information for families navigating grief after their loved one's passing.

Why Choose Us for Palliative and End-of-Life Care?

Choosing a care provider for such a sensitive journey requires trust and confidence. Here's why New Living is the right choice for Palliative and End-of-Life Care:

• Highly Trained and Empathetic Staff: Our care professionals undergo extensive, specialised training in palliative and end-of-life care. This includes advanced training in symptom observation, pain management principles, sensitive communication, psychological and spiritual support, and understanding the emotional needs of both the client and their family. Our team is committed to continuous professional development, ensuring the highest standards of compassionate and knowledgeable care.
• Dignity and Respect at the Forefront: We are unwavering in our commitment to upholding the dignity and respecting the wishes of every individual. Our care is delivered with profound empathy, sensitivity, and understanding during this very personal journey.
• Person-Centred and Holistic Approach: We believe in caring for the whole person – physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Our care plans are tailored to individual preferences, beliefs, and values, ensuring care is delivered exactly as desired.
• Continuity and Consistency of Care: We strive to provide consistent care professionals, building trust and familiarity during a vulnerable time, which brings great comfort to clients and families.
• Seamless Coordination: We work collaboratively with all other healthcare professionals involved in your loved one's care, ensuring a cohesive and integrated approach that prioritises their well-being.
• Support for the Whole Family: We understand the profound impact of this journey on families. Our carers offer not just practical support, but also emotional reassurance and guidance for loved ones.

At New Living, we are dedicated to providing the most compassionate, respectful, and professional Palliative and End-of-Life Care, enabling individuals to experience comfort, dignity, and peace in their cherished home environment. Contact us today to discuss how we can support you and your family.