Here at The Norfolk Hospice Tapping House, we know that a life-limiting illness doesn’t just affect the one person - it affects everyone around them too.

We offer support, care and advice to patients over the age of 18, their carers and families through all stages of their illness. 

Hospice care is not just for people with cancer; we support people with a range of illnesses such as Parkinson's, Motor Neurone Disease (MND), heart failure, kidney failure and Huntington's disease. We have strong links to other support providers in the local area and can help to find the best support and care for you.

We support approximately 1,100 families in West Norfolk each year. 

To find out how to access care please telephone the Hospice on 01485 601700. 

Overview of our services

IPU

The Dr. Hugh Ford Inpatient Unit has nine ensuite bedrooms designed to provide privacy and dignity. The aim of the unit is to provide support and care tailored to the individual with a wide range of symptoms associated with end of life.

The Tulip Centre

We will see people at any point following a diagnosis of a long term or life shortening condition, or where there is an uncertain prognosis, and where they would benefit from a therapeutic approach to symptom management.  We can help navigate uncertainty, chat through challenges and together find ways for you to get on with living your life.  Its not about end of life, but rather about the rest of life.

Hospice at Home

Our Hospice at Home service supports those in the last weeks of life that have chosen to die at home. The team provides holistic care that supports both patients and their families. The service operates through the night to respond to unplanned care needs.

Family and Carer Support

Our Family and Carer Support team can help with a wide range of issues including financial advice, emotional support and advance care planning. Specialist Palliative Social Workers, our Chaplain, Counsellors and trained volunteers provide support to patients and families during illness and following bereavement. We also work with Nelson’s Journey who provide bereavement support to children up to the age of 17.

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