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13th August 2025

What is palliative care? Information for patients and carers

The role of palliative care is to help with the practical and physical effects of serious illnesses and to help people live as well as possible. 

In this one minute video Dr Ros Taylor, a senior palliative physician, explains the importance of palliative care information and how this website can help.

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Farleigh Hospice Clinical Advice Line

T. 01245 455478

W. https://www.farleighhospice.org/advice-support/advice-line

The advice line provides access to a member of the hospice team who is able to give advice on symptoms, nursing care and other needs relating to life-limiting/palliative care needs and available between 8.00am and 8.00pm, 7 days a week.

Please call the advice line when:

  • advice is needed regarding hospice care and support
  • advice or information is needed regarding the management of symptoms
  • concerns about symptoms that need to be addressed before your next scheduled visit/appointment
  • reassurance is required for someone who is anxious about a change in their condition

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