In line with the principles of John's Campaign, you are welcome to spend time with your loved one, including outside normal visiting hours where appropriate. Overnight stays may be possible.

Support may include:

• Blankets
• Reclining chairs
• Truckle bed

Comfort packs

Comfort packs may be available for relatives staying with a loved one. Provision is made on individual need and availability.

Packs may include refreshments or essential personal care items. 

Please speak to the ward team if you feel you would benefit from this support.

Private rooms

We understand many families would prefer a private room for their loved one in hospital during their last days of life. However, accommodation is limited and clinical needs take priority. Please discuss availability with the nursing staff on the ward or the Palliative Care team. Dedicated relatives' rooms are also available in Children, Young People's Services and Critical Care areas.

PLEASE NOTE: Private rooms for patients are allocated based on clinical need. We will always try to accommodate requests where possible, but this cannot be guaranteed.

Car parking 

Free-of-charge car parking is available for relatives of patients receiving end of life care. Please ask the ward team if you need support.