End of Life Care/ Palliative Care - Marie Curie Cancer Care

The contract has been awarded to Marie Curie Cancer Care following market engagement to invite capable providers. Marie Curie Cancer Care has been established as the only capable provider. NHS NW London requires end of life and community specialist palliative care services to be provided to all patients living in their last phase of life and require end of life or palliative care (usually patients with end stage conditions, such as cancer or HIV/AIDs). Key services required include: -inpatient beds, hospice at home, day services and other support services; -Assessment; -Symptom control & involvement in treatment decisions; -Advice and care in all settings; -Coordinated home support with general providers to enable patients to stay at home day care services; -Family support; -Bereavement support; and -Education and training.