Macmillan Specialist Palliative Care Team

The Team (Redbridge) works closely with health and social care professionals working in primary care such as GPs, district nurses and social workers. They provide specialist knowledge and advice to support patients who have progressive and life limiting conditions. This may include holistic assessment, complex symptom management, psychological support and advice on maximising quality of life. They also support those who may be caring for a family member with a life limiting condition, offering advice and information on the other services that are available. Different levels of support are offered which include telephone advice and one off assessments to support other professionals in a patient's management.

Monday to Sunday, 9am -5pm

Criteria: Over 18 years old with life limiting and progressive disease and who are experiencing complex problems. Prior referral to District Nursing Services is required.

Referrals will be accepted from GPs and health professionals