The Wellbeing Centre
Life enhancing help
Our Wellbeing Centre provides facilities for outpatient clinic assessments, complementary therapies, wellbeing sessions and a variety of creative therapies. Our services are designed to support patients and their families who are living with the impact of serious life limiting conditions. Our overall aim is to optimise symptom control and quality of life, as well as providing a support system for you and your family or carers.
The Wellbeing Centre offers a range of specialist services, including:
- Outpatient assessments & clinic reviews
- A 12 week Wellbeing Programme
- Complementary therapy
- Creative therapies – Including music therapy, art therapy, and wood carving.
- Phlebotomy service
- Bathing service
- Telephone support
"The sessions were so helpful and the staff are just wonderful! Meeting others and sharing the journey together made a real difference."
Wellbeing patient
Accessing the Wellbeing Centre:
Referrals to the Wellbeing Centre are followed by an initial appointment arranged at a convenient time. Before attending, patients receive an appointment letter and a brief questionnaire to help the team understand individual needs and priorities.
During the first appointment, staff carry out a thorough assessment, considering symptoms, emotional wellbeing, and daily living needs. Based on this assessment, a personalised plan is developed to make the most of the services and therapies available. Progress is monitored and reviewed regularly to ensure the support provided remains appropriate and effective.
What is the Wellbeing Programme?
The Nightingale House Wellbeing Programme offers a 12-week programme of care that can help patients address symptom control and support their physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. Our specialist multidisciplinary team have designed a series of talks and workshops to support patients with their condition.
Many people attending the Wellbeing Programme say that the opportunity to meet and talk to others who are in a similar situation is extremely beneficial.
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SELF REFERRALS
“Seeing patients laughing, forgetting their worries, and getting their identity back, by growing their confidence, is rewarding. We have a diverse range of practical and therapeutic sessions, which patients find engaging and enjoyable.
“The impact we are having on our patients with the Wellbeing Programme is breathtaking.”
Lucy Edwards
Trainee Clinical Nurse Specialist in Palliative Care in our Wellbeing Centre