Our Care

Care that sees the person, not the illness.

Specialist palliative care for anyone living with a serious illness in Mayo and Roscommon, and for the families who love them. Always free of charge.

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Our promise

Whether at home, in one of our hospices, or out in the community, our teams focus on comfort, dignity and quality of life, never on the clock, and never on the cost.

Explore our care

Plain-language guides to every part of the support we offer, for patients, for families, and for anyone who simply wants to understand what hospice care really means.

Mayo Hospice

Our 14-bed inpatient unit in Castlebar — what to expect and how to visit.

Roscommon Hospice

Our 8-bed unit, opened in 2023 and built entirely by this community.

Sunflower Children's Hospice

Ireland's first children's hospice outside of Dublin

What is palliative care?

A clear, reassuring explanation for families arriving after a diagnosis or referral.

Community palliative care

Specialist nurses visiting you at home, where many families most wish to be.

Bereavement support

Compassionate support after a loss, whenever you are ready and for as long as you need.

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A family's experience

“We were frightened of the word hospice. Within a day, we understood it meant comfort not giving up.”

So many families arrive anxious and unsure. Our team is here to explain everything, gently, and to walk beside you every step of the way.

— Patrick, Ballina

How to access our care

Getting our care is simpler than you might think.

There is no cost and no obligation, just a team ready to help you understand your options.

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What is palliative care?

A referral from your GP or hospital consultant starts the process. Ask them about Mayo Roscommon Hospice services at any stage.

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We get in touch

Our team contacts you to understand your needs, answer your questions and explain exactly what to expect.

3

Your care begins

Support starts where it suits you best — at home, in the community, or in one of our hospices.

Wondering if our care is right for your family?

There is never a wrong time to ask. If you want to start the conversation, speak to your GP and take it from there, at your own pace.

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Your gift today keeps a hospice bed open tomorrow.

Every euro you give funds specialist hospice care that is always free to local families. Choose an amount and see the difference it makes today.

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