Resources
Glossary
We’ve put together a glossary to help explain some of the terms we use regularly, with a simple explanation of what we mean by them which we hope you will find useful. If there are any other terms you would like explained or would like more information, please ask a member of our team
Guide to SHN services
This guide introduces you to Shipston Home Nursing: Hospice Care at Home. We hope to answer some initial questions you…
Who is involved in your care?
Shipston Home Nursing works with your GP and other healthcare teams to help ensure you receive the best care for…
Care options for patients
Palliative care options for patients in South Warwickshire This leaflet will help you understand the options that may be available…
Understanding bereavement and grieving
Information on common experiences and how it can affect people Bereavement and grieving are fairly universal experiences that affect most…
It is important to tell a child of any age when someone important in their lives has died, and ideally…
What may happen in the last hours or days of life Death comes to each of us in its own…
Syringe Drivers
What is a syringe driver and why are they used? Managing symptoms, including pain, is an important part of end…
You, or someone you’re caring for, may have may been prescribed steroids as they are used as part of treatment…
Our nurses are responsible for preventing pressure ulcers. However, your help in detecting the early signs of an ulcer can…
Preventing falls at home...
A guide for patients and carers Taking falls seriously If you’re unwell or caring for someone who is sick and…