End of Life Care
Planning for end-of-life care is one of the most emotional and difficult conversations a family can face. But having the right support in place can make an enormous difference, to your loved one's comfort, and to your family's peace of mind.
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Nancy provides sensitive, experienced guidance to families across Swindon and Wiltshire who are navigating end-of-life care options. She'll help you understand what palliative and end-of-life care is available, whether at home, in a hospice, or in a care setting, and support you in making decisions that truly reflect your loved one's wishes.
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With over 13 years in the care industry, I understand the limitations of what the NHS and care systems are able to provide, and she works hard to ensure families know about every option available to them.
“"Testimonials coming soon, Nancy is currently gathering feedback from the families she's worked with"
FAQ'S
1 / What is End of Life Care and
what does it involve?
End of life care focuses on supporting someone in the final weeks or months of life, prioritising comfort, symptom management, and emotional wellbeing, while allowing them to remain in familiar surroundings. It's not just about physical care, it also supports the emotional needs of the whole family during an incredibly difficult time. A team of healthcare professionals including GPs, palliative care nurses, carers, and hospice specialists can provide pain management, emotional support, and personal care, all coordinated around your loved one's wishes and dignity. I can help families across Swindon, Wiltshire, Oxfordshire, and Gloucestershire understand what end of life care involves, what to expect, and how to put the right support in place
3/ Who pays for End of Life Care at home?
This is one of the questions families find most confusing at an already overwhelming time, and it's worth understanding early so that funding doesn't become an added stress. Funding may come from NHS Continuing Healthcare, local authority support, personal budgets, or charitable services, and eligibility depends on health needs and financial circumstances. There is also an NHS Fast Track pathway for people with a rapidly deteriorating condition approaching the end of life, which can put care in place within 48 hours, something many families simply don't know exists. Nancy can help you understand which routes may be available to you and make sure you're not paying privately for care that could be funded
2 / Can my loved one receive end
of life care in their home?
Most people, when asked, say they would prefer to be at home at the end of their life, and in many cases that is entirely possible. Families often choose end of life care at home because it allows their loved one to stay close to the people, routines, and environment that matter most during their final months, weeks, or days. A hospice is not the only option, and for many families it isn't the right one. Support from a hospice team can also be received at home, with specialists visiting rather than your loved one needing to move anywhere. Nancy will help you understand all of the options available so that your loved one's wishes can be at the centre of every decision.
4 / How do we make sure our
loved one's wishes are respected?
This is at the heart of everything good end of life care should do. Care at this stage is centred on comfort, dignity, and respecting the person's wishes, and care plans are reviewed frequently as needs can change quickly. Having conversations about preferences early, where someone wants to be, who they want around them, what matters most to them, makes it much easier for everyone involved to honour those wishes when the time comes. Nancy can help guide families through those conversations and make sure the right plans are in place, so that when care is needed, it reflects what your loved one would have wanted.