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West Yorkshire Hospice Unveils £15.8M Transformation
4 Aug
Summary
- A new £15.8 million inpatient unit has opened at Overgate Hospice.
- The facility features 16 private rooms with en suite bathrooms.
- The hospice aims to transform specialist and palliative care in Calderdale.
A new £15.8 million inpatient unit at Overgate Hospice in Elland, West Yorkshire, has officially opened, heralding a transformation in care for patients and their families. The development, which took two years to build following eight years of planning, signifies a major upgrade.
The modern facility boasts 16 private rooms, each equipped with an en suite bathroom. It also includes a dedicated spiritual space, therapy rooms, and jacuzzi rooms, all featuring state-of-the-art sensory amenities.
Chief executive Tracey Wilcocks described the new building as "truly magical." She emphasized that the hospice will transform specialist and palliative care for individuals with life-limiting illnesses in Calderdale, offering a significantly enhanced experience compared to the old hospice.
