This facility is open to family, friends and carers at all times. The lions Community Hospice Building is a four bed facility attached to the Northam Regional Hospital. It was opened in February 2001. The Lions Club of Northam, Local Community Members, Department of Health and the Lotteries Commission supported and funded the project. The aim of Avon Hospice:
Services Provided by Avon Hospice The Service provides support for patient and family in their home environment within the community of the Avon Valley. The Hospice Nurse compliments the role of the General Practitioner and works closely with other Health Care Professionals and Community based organisations. Support Groups A Breast Cancer Support Group meet on the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 1.00pm to 3.00pm in the Ann Wilmot Room in the Avon Hospice facility. We welcome new members, please call the office for further information. There are many interesting guest speakers and varied outings available each month for this group. Inpatient Facility A four bed inpatient facility is offered for respite care, pain control and treatment of other symptoms. It is available to those patient'’ who cannot or have chosen not to be cared for at home. The facility is planned to be as homelike as possible, where patients may undertake activities at a time which they choose. Family involvement is encouraged. Care is provided by Hospital Nursing Staff in consultancy with Avon Hospice Staff and the co-operation of volunteers and relatives at all times. Temporary Accomodation Accommodation for relatives, friends and carers can be provided on a short term basis. There is a twin bed room with ensuite available. Counselling and Support Services Apart from the support provided throughout the normal day for each patient and their family, general counselling and social work assistance is available for all patients, and to family members and friends upon request. Bereavement counselling is also available following the death of a loved one and may continue for the family fir a further 6 months if required. Volunteers The service provided by volunteers is an important part of the care given. This is available both in the community service and the inpatient facility. The amount of volunteer input is dependent upon patient and family need. Chaplaincy Visits to the patient and family may be arranged through a specific denomination. The Avon Hospice is non- denominational and local clergy use a rotational visiting system. Referrals and Access to Avon Hospice Patients are generally referred by their local General Practitioner, a specialist or by another Hospital. Family and friends may also refer patients. General Practitioners care for their patients while in the Hospice.
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