Wayne de Leeuw’s Post

The Welsh Government has announced £3m in recurring funding for hospices in Wales - an important step in ensuring the sustainability of vital hospice services in Wales. While this is a positive move, there is still more to be done to address the immediate funding challenges Welsh hospices are facing. Read more 👇 https://lnkd.in/e-_4zaPJ

It is interesting to see the power of LinkedIn. Below is an article on how hospices are in their worst financial position for 20 years and are seeking engagement with the government to discuss the issue. They need 12,000 signatures which they are close to collecting. It took 30 seconds for me to complete. Who knows what lies ahead in our own lives? I would be much happier knowing thriving hospices will be around if I needed them. https://lnkd.in/eD2x7G37

𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐞? Hospices across the UK are facing financial challenges, and we need you to help make a change. Hospice UK are working hard on behalf of hospices across the country, to show the new government that 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 and to make sure they understand the changes required so that we can continue to provide compassionate care for every patient, every family, every time. 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐈 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩? Click on the article below where you can find out more on how you can ask your local MP to support the future of local hospice care. 𝐈 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞, 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮? #pilgrimshospices #hospicecare #hospieuk #kent #eastKent

This is a brave and bold step for Royal Trinity Hospice, Princess Alice Hospice and St Raphael's Hospice to call out their local NHS Integrated Care Board for what in effect are real term cuts to their funding (which is already less than 30% of what it costs to run their services) which is leading to reduced care and support being available to dying people. My colleagues and I at St Helena fully support them and their well articulated case that this is a false economy for the NHS which will lead to lower value and poorer outcomes for dying people and their families, higher costs for the system, and longer waiting lists because people will die in hospital that could have been cared for at home or in a hospice. Hospices are just part of what is needed to ensure population needs for palliative and end of life care are met in full, but they are a vital part. Despite best efforts to innovate in income generation and in new ways of working there is only so much they can do. There really ought to be a proper sense of partnership between the NHS and hospices (and indeed wider VCSE) in all ICBs with fair funding recognising the enhanced population and system outcomes hospices can deliver. It is about time the Government and the NHS stepped in to ensure ICBs meet their statutory obligations under the Health and Care Act in a meaningful way, and that they recognise the valuable contribution hospices make in subsidising the NHS triple aim (often to be honest more effectively than some NHS services themselves).

With the proposed Hospice CARE Act, limiting inpatient respite to five days per period and introducing a 15-day transitional respite, our industry faces both opportunities and challenges. These changes aim to improve care quality and manage costs but will require us to adapt our staffing strategies to ensure seamless patient care transitions. How do you foresee these changes impacting your organization and patient care? Let's discuss how we can navigate these shifts together.

We are deeply saddened to hear that yet another hospice is being forced to cut services and make redundancies to secure its future. St. Catherine's Hospice in West Sussex announced today that they must save £1.5 million, putting 40 clinical jobs at risk. Our thoughts are with the hospice and the families they care for during this difficult time. Today's news brings the total to six hospices across the UK that have confirmed they are planning cuts to their services. It is clear that the funding of our sector requires urgent review. The government has expressed its commitment to moving more healthcare into the community, ensuring that patients and their families receive personalised care in the most suitable setting. Hospices, including ours, are perfectly positioned to ease this burden on the NHS. However, allowing these essential services to be scaled back is counterproductive. Our CEO Iain Cameron's response to this sad news is “Whereas the state of national finances has been well publicised by the new Government, the stark fact is that most hospices have been grossly underfunded and underappreciated for decades. Closure of more services, by another hospice this week is truly heartbreaking both for patients and families in that community, but for the incredibly hardworking and dedicated teams working in them. The hospice sector is crying out for a fairer model of funding, and without it, as a nation we are sleepwalking into the biggest health crisis of a generation.” Now more than ever, we urge you to support your local hospice. Whether or not you or a loved one has used our services, your support is critical to our long-term sustainability. Without it, we may not be here when you need us most. Write to your local MP here: https://lnkd.in/eewB8iBm #StMichaelsHospice #NorthHampshire #StCatherinesHospice #HospiceCrisis #HospiceSupport #SMHBasingstoke #PalliativeCare

When is it time to consider hospice care? Look no further! Hospice of the Golden Isles has provided valuable insights into recognizing the right moment for hospice support. Check out our latest blog post for expert guidance and compassionate advice: https://lnkd.in/ekhJggXG. #HospiceCare #QualityOfLife #EndOfLifeCare #HospiceSupport

The debate on hospice funding has been rescheduled for Monday, 22nd April 2024 📢 Hospice UK announced this week that, sadly, hospices are facing a collective deficit of £77m. This important debate comes at a crucial time for hospices across the UK, as a new model for hospice funding is urgently needed to ensure they can continue to care for those living with life-limiting conditions. You can learn more about the debate below 👇 #HospiceCare | #HospiceFunding | #Parliament

The truth is, hospice is all about living — getting patients to live out their final days as comfortably, peacefully, and happily as possible. There are also a vast number of benefits for family members who trust hospice workers to care for their loved ones. Read on to learn about some of the most significant benefits of hospice: https://lnkd.in/eFMCgqnz #hospicecare #hospicebenefits #kansascityhospice #topekahospice #shawneehospice #kansashospice

Hospice care is often misunderstood, surrounded by myths and misconceptions that can prevent people from seeking the support they need. Many believe hospice is only for the final days of life or that choosing hospice means giving up hope—but neither is true. From enhancing quality of life to supporting families, hospice is about compassionate care, not just end-of-life care. Let’s get a few things straight! #HospiceCare #EnlightHospiceOfVa #MythBusters