Facing a life-limiting illness can bring unexpected challenges, from work and care needs to financial and legal concerns. Our social workers offer practical advice and guidance, supporting your family and connecting you to helpful resources tailored to your needs.
This is often the starting point for our social workers when patients and families need a helping hand to locate and co-ordinate the most effective care as illness progresses. The Hospice has long-standing and excellent links with partner organisations such as Age UK, the British Red Cross and Cheshire Carers to help you reach the right resources quickly.
Our goal is to reduce isolation and provide companionship through a supportive relationship with a volunteer.
We always strive to work in your best interests. If you are working, we can help you with advice on your employment rights, available benefits and returning to work after a specific treatment. We are not qualified lawyers or financial advisors, but we can point you in the right direction to make arrangements like Lasting Power of Attorney and to access possible funding for your care.
The Hospice will stay in touch to ensure you’re happy with the match and make improvements if needed.Â
Difficult conversations are a common feature for families making this journey. Our social workers can act as your advocate to facilitate these discussions with family members, other healthcare professionals and advisors in the legal and financial professions, for example.
To contact a social worker, please call 01625 610364 or email at admin@echospice.org.uk. Sometimes we can put your mind at rest in a simple phone call, so whatever your query, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
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