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Hospice Pauses Services Amid Funding Crisis
22 Aug
Summary
- The Shakespeare Hospice has paused day hospice services.
- Occupational therapy services will close at the end of September.
- NHS funding covers only about 12% of the hospice's income.
The Shakespeare Hospice has temporarily suspended its day hospice services due to significant funding difficulties. Additionally, its occupational therapy program is set to close at the end of September. This decision stems from what leadership describes as an unprecedentedly challenging financial climate for the sector.
Bosses highlighted that National Health Service funding currently accounts for only about 12% of the hospice's total income. This reliance on external support underscores the urgency of the situation.
The hospice's CEO has appealed to the community, partners, and supporters for assistance. She stressed that every contribution is vital to protecting the essential care services provided, both presently and in the future. Making these changes now is deemed crucial to ensure the hospice's long-term survival and avoid its potential closure.
