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"A Final Departure"

Our mother was recentley diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer ,when the hospital told us that there was nothing more that could be done for her, we were given a few options, while we were hestitant and worried to have her moved into Sheldon Unit for the last weeks of her life our worries soon vanished after going there and meeting the care assistants and nurses.My mother and all my family were very much welcomed into the unit and it felt very homely, the staff were always cheerful and helpfull, these guys need a medal for how they deal with what they have to everyday.

There needs to be more places like this around the country, a place where dignity and respect and quality of life is retained for those sadly ending their days there. Our family would like to thank you all for the care and friendship shown to our mother and our family. Thank you.

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Response from Sheldon Nursing Home 7 years ago
Sheldon Nursing Home
Submitted on 24/10/2016 at 13:56
Published on nhs.uk on 25/10/2016 at 02:36


Dear Mr Green

Thank you for taking time to post comments about your mother's stay at the Sheldon Unit.

May I offer my sincere condolences to you and your family at this sad time and hope that you are able to take some comfort from knowing your mother was well cared for in her final days.

Your kind comments have been shared with the nursing team at the Sheldon Unit.

The nursing team always aim to offer excellent care and support to patients and their families and it is a pleasure to know that this has been achieved for your mother.

Kindest regards

Alison Last

Associate Director of Patient Experience

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

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