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Public information booklet

Our updated public information booklet aims to answer some of the questions that may arise following the diagnosis of a life-limiting or terminal illness.

Explaining hospice care

'What is hospice care?' explains in clear and straightforward language what hospice care is and how to be referred. It also describes where care is provided and who provides it.

 

This latest version has received a crystal mark from the Plain English Campaign for its clarity.

Order a printed version

Contact the publications team to order copies of the booklet.

 

Download the booklet

The booklet can be downloaded for free from the 'What is hospice care?' section of our website.

 

Personalise the booklet

Hospices can personalise the booklet by adding their logo to the front cover and including their contact details on the page back. Please contact the publications team for more information.

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