Patient and Family Resources
Welcome to our Patient and Family resources area. Here you will find helpful information to support you or your loved one while receiving care from Farleigh Hospice.
We hope you find the following information leaflets helpful.
All the leaflets can be downloaded by clicking on the links below. If you require any further advice on symptoms, nursing care and other needs relating to life-limiting illness, please call our Clinical Advice Line on 01245 455478.
Inpatient Unit (IPU) Welcome Pack
This document provides useful information to anyone being admitted to or visiting a patient on our IPU, including visiting hours, catering, parking, facilities and infection prevention.
Download a copy below.
Protecting your privacy and keeping personal information safe and secure
This leaflet is intended to help patients and families/carers to understand our practices regarding clinical service users’ personal information and how we collect, use and store this information.
Download a copy of the leaflet below.
Privacy and personal information leaflet
What to expect in the last days of life
This leaflet is designed to help reduce some of the anxiety associated with death and dying by describing some of the changes that happen to people as they start to die. It anticipates some of the questions that you may want to ask about what is happening and why, and encourages you to ask for further help and information if there is anything at all that is worrying you.
Download a copy of the leaflet below.
What to expect in the last days of life
Common medications used in palliative care and towards the end of life
This leaflet provides information about common medications used in palliative care and towards the end of life. It explains why these medicines may be prescribed, how they help manage symptoms, and offers reassurance about their use.
Preventing Pressure Ulcers: A guide for patients and carers
This leaflet offers practical advice and information to help patients and carers understand how to prevent pressure ulcers. It includes tips on skin care, movement, nutrition, and when to seek support.
This resource has been developed by Provide CIC.
Preventing Pressure Ulcers: A guide for patients and carers
Pressure ulcer damage
This leaflet is designed to let you know about some of the skin changes and damage that can happen if you are not able to move and change position as much as previously. It includes information on the early warning signs and different categories of pressure ulcer, as well as advice on prevention.
Download a copy of the leaflet below.
Motor neurone disease
This leaflet provides information about motor neurone disease and the range of support available at Farleigh Hospice to help patients manage symptoms and maintain independence.
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Delirium
Delirium is a common problem for many people with a serious illness. This leaflet provides information and advice on what Delirium is, what it can look like, its causes, and how to help and support someone with Delirium.
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Falls - staying steady and safe
We have designed two leaflets to let you know about some of the preventative measures that can be taken to reduce your risk of falls during your stay in the Inpatient Unit and at home.
Download a copy of the leaflets below.
Staying steady and safe in the Inpatient Unit
Staying steady and safe at home
Fluids at the end of Life
This leaflet explains what happens to someone’s eating and drinking at the end of life. It includes information on the different methods of giving fluids, when this might or might not be helpful and what other support can be given at this time.
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Strong painkillers and driving
Strong painkillers can affect each person differently and may affect your ability to drive. This advice booklet explains how painkillers can affect a person and when you should not drive. It was written taking current guidance from the Department for Transport into account.
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Strong painkillers and driving
Registering a death
This leaflet is intended to provide you with helpful information on the next steps to take after a loved one has died.
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Safe use of bed equipment
We have designed this leaflet to let you know about the equipment we may use to help look after you.
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Eating and Drinking while receiving Palliative Care
This information sheet is designed to give you some ideas and suggestions to consider if you or someone you are caring for is experiencing a diminished appetite.
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Eating and Drinking while receiving Palliative Care
Planning ahead with Advanced Heart Failure
This leaflet is designed to give you information about signs, symptoms and treatment of advanced heart failure.
Planning ahead with Advanced Heart Failure
Understanding my Syringe Pump
This document provides helpful information for anyone using a syringe pump as part of their care. It explains what a syringe pump is, why it may be needed, how it works, and what to expect - offering reassurance and support throughout your treatment.
Managing Breathlessness
A quick guide on techniques you can use to manage breathlessness.
Your Care at Home
This leaflet explains how Farleigh Hospice and Provide work together to support people who are receiving end-of-life care at home.
Common Medications Used in Palliative Care and Towards End of Life
This information leaflet explains some of the common medications that may be used in palliative care and towards the end of life. This list is not exhaustive, therefore if you have any outstanding concerns or questions relating to your medications please don’t hesitate to discuss these with a member of your healthcare team.
Common Medications Used in Palliative Care and Towards End of Life
Inpatient Unit Food and drink
All our daily meals are cooked on-site using the best fresh ingredients and we can cater for any dietary requirement or appetite.
Information regarding nutrition and a patient menu will be provided to patients on arrival.
You can view our menu here
Motor Neurone Disease
My Tube
This website provides comprehensive Information about feeding tubes, including the pros and cons of having them fitted, how they are fitted, and provides videos from real life patients about their experiences https://mytube.mymnd.org.uk/
The Motor Neurone Disease Association website
This charity provides a wealth of information for patients and carers living with MND. Offers a dedicated helpline and webchat. Provides up to date research and resources regarding MND for Healthcare Professionals. https://www.mndassociation.org/
Challenging MND
A charity focusing on creating lasting memories for those living with MND and their Carers. Offers bespoke experiences and activities. https://challengingmnd.org/about-us/what-we-do/