Compassionate End of Life and Palliative Care at Brindley Manor
Choosing the right care for a loved one during the final stages of life is never easy. At Brindley Manor, our end of life and palliative care focuses on comfort, dignity, and emotional wellbeing. Every resident receives personalised care designed to ease discomfort, manage symptoms, and provide reassurance for both them and their families.
We are proud to hold the Gold Standards Framework (GSF) accreditation, which recognises our commitment to high-quality end of life care. This means residents and families can be confident that support is guided by best practice at a national level.
Our experienced nursing and care teams work closely with residents, GPs, and other healthcare professionals. This teamwork ensures calm, compassionate support that helps improve quality of life. Families can contact our team directly to discuss care arrangements at any time.
What our professional care includes
It’s natural for families to want a clear idea of what specialist care involves. At Brindley Manor, we provide tailored support that adapts to each person’s needs.
Our team offers ongoing symptom management, gentle pain relief, mobility assistance, and help with daily activities. Emotional and spiritual support is also available, including quiet moments in our landscaped gardens, space for reflection, and regular updates from our nursing team.
We focus on comfort and routine, with homely surroundings, calm communal spaces, and access to our full facilities. Families receive guidance on practical decisions, ensuring every choice reflects the resident’s wishes. Enquiries about care can be made via our contact page.
How palliative care helps wellbeing and comfort
Palliative care is about improving comfort and quality of life for those living with serious illnesses. At Brindley Manor, we focus on easing discomfort, reducing anxiety, and helping residents feel more at ease throughout the day.
Regular medical reviews ensure symptoms are well managed, while nurses monitor any changes to adjust care promptly. Personalised care plans reflect each resident’s goals, whether that means time with loved ones, rest, or meaningful activities. Emotional wellbeing is equally important, with families able to spend private time together and our team always available to listen or offer reassurance.
To see how we support residents, families can arrange a private tour or consultation.
When to consider arranging end of life care
There isn’t a single “right” moment to start end of life care. Some families decide when a loved one’s condition progresses, while others choose it earlier for peace of mind and support.
Specialist care can be especially helpful if:
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Pain or symptoms are becoming difficult to manage at home
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A loved one requires regular medical attention and reassurance
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Families need extra support or respite
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A resident would benefit from a calm, comfortable setting with trained carers nearby
We encourage families to get in touch early, so questions can be answered, care plans discussed, and transitions handled gently and respectfully.
Understanding palliative care versus end of life care
These terms are often used interchangeably but refer to different stages. Palliative care can be offered at any stage of a serious illness, even while treatments continue, focusing on symptom management and improving quality of life.
End of life care is part of palliative care but focuses on the final phase of life. At Brindley Manor, this stage involves closer monitoring, enhanced comfort support, and additional guidance for families. Our team ensures residents feel safe, valued, and cared for every day, supported by our GSF-accredited approach.
Why families choose Brindley Manor
Brindley Manor is known for its warm atmosphere, skilled staff, and personal approach to care. Residents live in a peaceful setting with comfortable, thoughtfully designed spaces. Families often highlight the positive impact of our commitment to dignity and compassion.
Visitors are welcome to come to Brindley Manor, meet the team, and ask questions about end of life or palliative care. Our GSF accreditation gives reassurance that care meets nationally recognised standards, helping families feel confident in their choice.
Brindley Manor Nursing Home is an original Victorian era hospital built in 1891 and situated in Droitwich, Worcestershire. Our name change reflects our recent conversion to a dedicated nursing home with new experienced management, expert clinical leads and a program of refurbishment.
Our experienced clinical and care staff provide excellent care, with a minimal requirement for agency/external staff. All for the benefit our residents and to ensure we live up to our ethos:
"We have a singular aim to ensure that our Nursing Homes are without doubt where we ourselves and our parents would want to live."
We have a modern extension that houses a large open plan summer room, cinema lounge, quiet lounge, dining room and conservatory. In addition there is a resident lounge on every floor. We especially enjoy opening up our gardens to residents as sun comes out.
Facilities
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24/7 Expert & Dedicated Nursing care
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40 ensuite bedrooms
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Resident lounge on all floors
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40" TV provided
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Daily activities
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Electronic care plan system
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Wifi and iPad for video calls
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Nurse call system
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Freshly cooked hot meals
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Cinema Lounge
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Summer Conservatory
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Quiet Lounge
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Landscaped & secure gardens
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Dining Room
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Homecooked meals
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Snacks & drinks
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Wheelchair access throughout
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Hairdressing Salon
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Laundry service
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Car parking
