Being diagnosed with a life limiting Neurological/Neuro-Muscular illness can leave you feeling isolated. Our Neuro Living Well Programme aims to equip you with some tips and techniques to help you live well with your illness.
Through a structured 6 week programme, with a themed session each week, the Neuro Living Well programme will provide you with the opportunity to ask questions and learn where to access information, as well as socialising and being part of a supportive hospice community. Each week there will also be the opportunity for a 'cuppa and chat' during the session, enabling you to discuss what's on your mind or just connect with others in the group in a relaxed environment.
Carers' café
There will be a space reserved in the Hospice Sanctuary for a 'Carers' Café', for carers to enjoy tea and cake, have an opportunity to talk with our hospice staff, connect with other carers and enjoy some quiet time.
Session content
Week 1: Welcome & Fatigue Management - Advice from Hospice Occupational Therapist
Week 2: The Emotional Impact - Discussions with a member of the Psychological Therapies Team
Week 3: Breathlessness Management - Advice from Hospice Physiotherapist
Week 4: 'What’s important to me' - Discussions with Spiritual Care team lead
Week 5: Future Planning - Information from Hospice Social Work Team
Week 6: Mindfulness & Relaxation - Educational session with Support Therapist