What is included in a respite stay at St Helena Hospice?

All meals, drinks (including your favourite tipple!) and snacks are provided and freshly prepared on-site by our catering team. Meals can be chosen from a range of options including themed dishes for holidays and special occasions and we'll always do our best to accommodate when you fancy something 'off-menu'. 

We provide a safe space for patients where care is available round-the-clock, so you will receive all your normal nursing care requirements and symptom control. You'll have access to our full range of services including social and emotional support, spirituality care, complementary therapy and rehab. A bespoke plan can be discussed prior to admission so we can ensure these services are available during your stay. 

What is not included?

Our respite care is not suitable if your condition is deteriorating and frequent specialist interventions are needed. In this case a referral to our regular hospice service is more appropriate. 

Interested?

Anyone over the age of 16 with frailty or life-limiting illness can visit St Helena for a respite stay. You do not have to be currently receiving care from St Helena. Usually admissions will be for blocks of seven days at a time, but we will always try to accommodate requests. To book a stay please contact the Hospice Matron by email to respite@sthelena.org.uk or contact our Hospice reception by calling 01206 845 566.

Funding and prices

This is a private paid-for service. In some circumstances payment may be funded by the NHS or local authority. The Hospice Matron will be able to discuss these options with you. 100% of the money paid for respite services goes back into the hospice funds which allows us to continue to provide free, core hospice services for all those who need it.  

A 7 day respite stay is priced at £1,900.
Additional days will be £271 per day.