KEMP Hospice at Home
Providing end of life care to people in their own home.
KEMP Hospice at Home helps people to remain at home during the final stages of their life, with the highest standards of care, compassion and respect.
What is KEMP Hospice at Home
Specialist palliative care
support from registered nurses and healthcare support workers who are trained and experienced to provide specialist end of life care.
Meeting the needs of the person
with a tailored programme of care and support based on the individual’s needs.
Familiarity of home
receiving care and support in the comfort of home and in familiar surroundings.
Comfort and dignity
during the final months, weeks and days of life with compassionate care and support.
Flexible care
reviewed and adjusted as the needs of the individual change.
Our service is designed to complement other services and professionals involved in the patient’s care. Depending on the individual’s needs and service capacity, we can provide the following:
Personal Care:
Assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while awaiting a care package or other support arrangements.
Respite Care:
Short-term care to provide family members or primary carers with the opportunity to rest and recharge.
Discharge Support:
Home-to-die support to help individuals settle back at home when discharged from hospital or inpatient hospice, particularly for those nearing the end of life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question about our Hospice at Home service? We’ve answered the most common ones below.
To access the KEMP Hospice at Home service, patients must meet the following criteria:
- End-of-life care needs: The individual must be in the last month, weeks, or days of life and wish to remain at home.
- Short-term care needs: The individual must be awaiting Continuing Healthcare (CHC) fast track or awaiting an increased care package to be organised.
- Capacity: Service provision is subject to availability and capacity.
For more information about making a referral please contact us.
Referrals can be discussed by contacting our service directly. Patients must meet the eligibility criteria to access the service. We aim to assess each referral promptly to ensure timely support.
You can contact our team by:
Calling: 01562 756000 and asking for the Hospice at Home Team.
All of KEMP Hospice care and support services, including Hospice at Home are provided free of charge.
We never charge a penny for our services. It’s thanks to the generosity of our supporters who donate, fundraise and buy in our retail shops that we can continue to be there for people in Wyre Forest when they need us.
Get in touch
If you’d like more information or to discuss a referral, please contact us about KEMP Hospice at Home
Call: 01562 756000
Email: services@kemphospice.org.uk
Care Services – Day Hospice
KEMP Day Hospice sits at the heart of our care, providing support across the Wyre Forest for people affected by life limiting illness. It’s a happy hub where patients, their families and carers receive the support they need from our team of specialists.
Family Support & Bereavement Services
KEMP provides counselling and emotional support to adults, children and young people across Wyre Forest affected by bereavement. We also offer financial and welfare advice to help navigate practical and financial issues.
Information for health professionals
We offer a range of support to patients and their loved ones who are dealing with a life-limiting illness. KEMP work closely with health, social and allied professionals ensuring a seamless approach to care and support.