The object of the Hospice service is to provide for the care of persons suffering from cancer, aids, motor neuron disease or other ailments no longer responding to curative treatment. Control of pain or other symptoms, and of psychological, social and spiritual problems is paramount and the goal of the care given is the achievement of the best possible quality of life for patients and their families during the final phase of their disease. St Helena Sandveld Hospice also offers a much needed Day Hospice facility, loan of medical equipment and social services including bereavement support. Treatment and support is provided to all patients who require our assistance, irrespective of their ability to pay for that service. The cost of providing palliative nursing care runs at no less than R50 per hour.

In response to the increasing number of patients, the Hospice needs to employ more professional staff. As the area served is in excess of 2000 km², additional transport is also required for the professional staff. In turn, the Day Hospice service has been extended to one day per week. This programme, although run by volunteers, requires funding for meals and transportation of the patients.

The St Helena Sandveld Hospice is a section 21 company and is registered as both a Non Profit Organisation and a Public Benefit Organisation and we are affiliated to the Hospice Palliative Care Association of South Africa.

The Hospice is funded by donations and grants from the community, individuals, corporations, international funders and the Charity shop. By supporting our service you will be fulfilling your Social Responsibility Programme and assisting Hospice to provide a quality service to the community.