In-patients.
The St Leonard’s in-patient unit is a safe and peaceful environment – one where personalised nursing care can be tailored to your needs. All for free and offered until discharge or end of life.
Patients are admitted to the Hospice for symptom control or end of life care and are referred to us by a health professional – a hospital doctor or nurse, or a member of a community team such as a district nurse, GP or Macmillan nurse. The average length of stay in the unit is two weeks.
Facilities.
All our single rooms have ensuite facilities.
Large windows and french doors let in plenty of light, and give patients access to the outside environment – all rooms have balconies with views of the surrounding countryside, or patios overlooking our beautiful garden courtyard. And all exterior areas are accessible for independently mobile patients and those who need assistance.
Catering.
For breakfast, patients enjoy a cooked or lighter breakfast. Lunch includes a starter or soup, main course and hot or cold dessert. Evening meals are generally lighter, with a soup or starter and a hot pudding or sweet.
Meal times are flexible to meet individual needs, and we’re always happy to celebrate special milestones, birthdays or anniversaries – whether that’s with a slice of cake, a favourite dish, or a glass of prosecco.
