Palliative Care
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Going home from hospital for end of life care
You and your family / carer have expressed a wish to go home for end of life care. We will do our very best to achieve this.
We need to act quickly to organise this discharge and will make sure you and your family / carer are included in all discussions and plans. -
Going home from the Emergency Department (ED) for end of life care
You and your family / carer have expressed a wish to go home for end of life care. We will do our very best to achieve this.
We need to act quickly to organise this discharge and will make sure you and your family / carer are included in all discussions and plans.
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If you were suddenly taken ill, who would know your wishes?
Thinking ahead, planning ahead, sharing your wishes….
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Leeds Palliative Care Services Using morphine and other opioid painkillers
Using morphine and other opioid painkillers to treat moderate to severe pain in palliative care patients.
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Planning for your future care
This booklet provides a simple explanation about advance care planning and the different options available to you.
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ReSPECT (Easy Read)
Easy Read information about ReSPECT (Recommended Summary Plan for Emergency Care and Treatment).
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Supporting care in the last days and hours of life
This leaflet explains the changes that occur at the end of life and how we will care for your relative or friend at that time.
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TENS for pain control
This leaflet will tell you why TENS may be helpful and how to use it safely.
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The Hospital Specialist Palliative Care Team
Information regarding Palliative care which aims to provide the best care possible to improve the quality of life for people, and those important to them, who are living with a progressive or life-limiting illness.
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What to do next when someone dies in hospital (Easy Read)
Easy read information about the support you can get when someone dies in hospital
