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My husband's final journey - Palliative Care

Posted By devoted wife

"My husband's final journey - Palliative Care"

About: Adult Health Services / District Nursing Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre / Palliative Care Hospices in Scotland Inverclyde Royal Hospital / Palliative care

(as a service user),

A diagnosis of terminal liver cancer was given to my husband in November 2023.   The only criticism of the health care provided to my husband was the time it took to reach his diagnosis.  The care provided by the Beatson, Inverclyde Royal Hospital, Ardgowan Hospice and all Inverclyde HSCP services were amazing.  John, Gemma, Jacqui and Anne Marie and Lindsay at Ardgowan Hospice were outstanding, showing respect to his cultural needs and considering him in every way possible.  So many others at Ardgowan Hospice went out of their way for my husband, I will never forget the kindness shown to us all.  Gavin the Head Cook was amazing too.  

Inverclyde HSCP provided excellent care.   The Palliative Care team - Jacqui/Linda, Mairi/Christine became part of our family and stood by us through some very difficult and stressful days.  Claire's District Nurse team were in daily contact and Anne was a huge support to us.   Partners that Care, HSCP Carers, Dr Hogan's practice all helped us.  The endless aids provided by Craig at Inverclyde Centre for Independent Living were adapted for every stage of my husband's journey.  

After nursing him at home for many months, a second emergency admission to Ardgowan Hospice was needed as I had to be admitted to hospital.  Sadly he died peacefully in Ardgowan Hospice in May this year.  We are indebted to Ardgowan Hospice for the guidance, advice, love and care shown to my husband, myself and my family. 

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Response from Laura Moore, Chief Nurse, Inverclyde Health & Social Care Partnership last month
Laura Moore
Chief Nurse,
Inverclyde Health & Social Care Partnership

I am the Chief Nurse for the Health and Social Care Partnership in Inverclyde, providing professional leadership and support to our Integrated Joint Board, Senior Management team and all of our nursing staff across our services

Submitted on 05/06/2025 at 16:09
Published on Care Opinion at 16:09

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Dear devoted wife

I am so sorry to read about the death of your husband and would like to take this opportunity to send condolences to you and your family. I would also like to thank you so much for taking the time to send us such lovely, heartfelt feedback.

As the Chief Nurse for Inverclyde HSCP I am so pleased to hear that the care your husband and family received was excellent and that you felt so well supported by all of our teams. My colleagues and I work hard to ensure that all of the services across Inverclyde work together to support people at the end of their lives, and it means a lot to us to know that you have benefitted from this.

Your feedback has been shared with the teams and staff that you have mentioned across the HSCP and Ardgowan hospice, to ensure they know how much of a difference their kindness and caring meant to you all.

Many thanks again for taking the time to get in touch with us at this very sad time. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you require any support

Laura Moore

Chief Nurse Inverclyde HSCP

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Response from Margaret Gray, Clinical Service Manager, Specialist Oncology Services (Beatson), NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde last month
Margaret Gray
Clinical Service Manager, Specialist Oncology Services (Beatson),
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

Submitted on 06/06/2025 at 08:40
Published on Care Opinion at 08:40

Dear devoted wife,

I am so sorry to read about the death of your husband, it must be so difficult for you and the family. Thank you so much for taking the time to feedback you and your husband's experience and I am so pleased that you felt so well supported by all the teams.

Kindest regards

Margaret Gray

Clinical Service Manager

Specialist Oncology

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Response from Linda Peattie, Senior Nurse Manager, Community Nursing, Greenock Health and Care Centre, Inverclyde Health & Social Care Partnership last month
Linda Peattie
Senior Nurse Manager, Community Nursing, Greenock Health and Care Centre,
Inverclyde Health & Social Care Partnership

Submitted on 06/06/2025 at 10:08
Published on Care Opinion at 10:08

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Dear devoted wife,

May I start by sending you and your family our sincerest condolences and thank you for taking the time to share your kind words and positive experience with us. It truly means a great deal to all our teams to know all the care you and your husband received at such a difficult time.

We always strive to provide compassionate, person centred care and hearing that you both felt supported and well looked after reminds us of why we do what we do. Your feedback will be shared with the teams, who will be delighted to know their care made such a meaningful impact.

I wish you the very best and please don't hesitate to get in touch if there is anything else we can do for you.

Linda Peattie

Senior Nurse Manager

Inverclyde Community Nursing Services

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Response from Colette Cameron, Marketing and Communications Manager , Marketing and Communications, Ardgowan Hospice last month
Colette Cameron
Marketing and Communications Manager , Marketing and Communications,
Ardgowan Hospice

Submitted on 11/06/2025 at 13:16
Published on Care Opinion at 14:24

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Dear devoted wife,

I start by sending love and care to you and your family from all at Ardgowan Hospice. I am happy to hear about the compassionate and person-centred care your husband received across the various services we offer at Ardgowan. Your kind words will be passed on to those mentioned!

Thank you for taking the time during this difficult journey to provide feedback. Please keep in mind that our wellbeing team are always here for you and your family.

Kindest regards

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Response from Debbie Maloney, Service Manager, Access and Rehabilitation Services, Health and Community Care, Inverclyde HSCP last month
Debbie Maloney
Service Manager, Access and Rehabilitation Services, Health and Community Care,
Inverclyde HSCP

Submitted on 23/06/2025 at 15:10
Published on Care Opinion at 15:14

My name is Debbie Maloney, and I am Service Manager for Access and Rehabilitation Services for Inverclyde HSCP.

I am so sorry to read about the death of your husband. Please accept my condolences for you and the family.

Thank you for your kind words at such a difficult time, regarding the aids from Inverclyde Centre for Independent Living.

It's especially meaningful when it recognises the dedication of our support staff, whose hard work often happens behind the scenes but makes a real difference to the people of Inverclyde. Craig is sincerely grateful that you took the time to share your appreciation.

Best wishes

Debbie

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