PATIENT GROUP
HOW CAN THE GROUP HELP ME?
Hospice at Home West Cumbria Patient Group aims to connect people living with a life limiting illness and help them cope with their experiences.
They will provide a safe, confidential, inclusive and supportive environment for group members, to enable them to give and receive support.
They provide an opportunity for people to share thoughts, ideas and coping strategies.
Many people find it rewarding to talk to others who are going through similar experiences.
Attending the group may increase feelings of wellbeing, help build inner strength and develop coping skills.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT?
A warm welcome from members and facilitators.
A safe, confidential space to talk and share experiences.
Opportunities to discuss particular topics.
Topics presented by other professionals as agreed by group members.
Sharing information to improve wellbeing.
PEOPLE USING OUR SERVICE SAID:
“It was so good to meet other people who have been in similar circumstances and to know that my feelings are common and natural”.
“The group helped me realise that others are experiencing similar emotions, physical symptoms and we have a shared experience”.
If you would like to attend our group or if you would like more information, please call our Family and Bereavement Support team on: 01900 705200
