Complementary Therapies

Complementary Therapies are available to all our Hospice patients. Families and their carers may also be referred to the service. Therapies practised at the Hospice are chosen because they can help to promote relaxation and an overall sense of well-being. They can provide a positive focus away from the symptoms associated with a life-limiting diagnosis.

The Complementary Therapy Service provides a range of natural and holistic therapies and has a team of qualified practitioners who are able to deliver these at the Hospice. In some circumstances therapies may also be provided in the community.

The Complementary Therapy team are available to provide the following therapies: Relaxation, Therapeutic Massage, Reiki, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Traditional Acupuncture and Adapted Head Massage. Treatments such as hand, nail and hair care, foot spas, beauty facials, wax hand dips and chiropody are also available.

For further information please contact Karen Rymell

“Reiki: extremely relaxing on a deepest level. It steadies me down if I am feeling anxious or emotional and energises me if I feel very weak or fatigued.” Complementary Therapy Audit 2005