Longfield Community Hospice

Longfield Community Hospice is a charity-led organisation based in Gloucestershire, dedicated to providing free, comprehensive support to adults living with life-limiting conditions, as well as their families and carers. Their services encompass palliative and hospice care, wellness programs, day care, and social activities, aiming to enhance quality of life from diagnosis through to end-of-life and bereavement support.

Key Services:

• Hospice at Home: Offering compassionate end-of-life care within the comfort of one’s home, this service includes symptom management and emotional support, ensuring patients can remain in familiar surroundings during their final days.

• Wellbeing Centre: Providing a range of wellness services and day care activities, the centre offers programs such as relaxation groups, Tai Chi, creative arts, and exercise sessions designed to support physical and emotional well-being.

• Social Activities: Facilitating community engagement through events like the Bereavement Friendship Café and various group sessions, Longfield fosters a supportive environment for individuals to connect and share experiences.

• Counselling and Bereavement Support: Offering professional counselling services to help individuals and families navigate the emotional challenges associated with life-limiting illnesses and loss.

Longfield’s commitment to providing these services free of charge underscores its mission to ensure that everyone affected by life-limiting conditions has access to the care and support they need. Their holistic approach addresses not only medical needs but also the emotional and social aspects of well-being.

For more information or to access their services, visit longfield.org.uk.