Future plans

Our financial resources have now reached a level that allows us to begin to plan an exciting new chapter in the Hospice story. Our aim has always been to establish a respite ‘in-care’ facility for patients who are terminally ill or whose care requirements change unexpectedly.

We want to be there when the hospital or home carer runs out of options, by providing a sanctum of great love and care. We acknowledge that most patients prefer to die at home; our services will be on hand for when this is no longer practical. The in-care service will be housed at our existing property at Saron, and run in conjunction with the Day Care Centre.

We plan to create 5 private bedrooms to the highest possible specification, some with adjoining overnight family facilities. We intend to receive referrals from both local health professionals and also the public, through their contact with Skanda Vale monastery.

We do not expect or necessarily want this service to spring up overnight. We aim to grow the in-care facility organically, and in close partnership with the district’s health professionals. Our service will complement, not replace existing regional healthcare provision.