PALLIATIVE CARE & CANCER LIAISON SERVICE
Dartmouth Caring’s Palliative Care and Cancer Liaison service provides support and advice to patients with any life limiting illness and also to those who may be newly diagnosed with a cancer diagnosis who are currently undergoing treatment.
What is Palliative Care?
Palliative care is the holistic care for patients who have a life limiting illness, where a cure is not possible.
The focus of care is to maximise a person’s quality of life by addressing the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of patients and their families.
Palliative Care & Cancer Liaison Service
Dartmouth Caring’s Palliative Care and Cancer Liaison service provides support and advice to patients with any life limiting illness and also to those who may be newly diagnosed with a cancer diagnosis who are currently undergoing treatment.
This service is funded through the Charity’s own efforts and from donations from charitable bodies, most notably the James Tudor Trust. Part of the cost has also been borne by Torbay and South Devon’s Wellbeing Programme.
The aim of our service is:
Accessing the Service
The service can be accessed via your GP, Community nurse or directly via Dartmouth Caring
Our specialist nurse experienced in palliative and cancer care is available to visit you in your own home, nursing or residential home and identify your needs and plan your future care with you and your family.
Useful Telephone Numbers
Dartmouth Medical Practice: 01803 832212
Dartmouth Clinic: 01803 832845
Community Nursing Team: 01803 837403
Devon Docs: 01392 822345
MACMILLAN: 0808 808 00 00
Rowcroft: 01803 210800
Care Direct: 0345-1551007
Care Line (out of hours): 0845 5049113
Address
Dartmouth Caring
35 Victoria Road
Dartmouth
Devon
TQ6 9RT
Registered Charity: 900226
