Introduction

End of life care at its best 

Dying, it’s an uncomfortable topic. None of us likes to think about what our last days will be like. But if we do think about them at all, we want them to be full of peace and tranquillity, with the chance to say proper goodbyes to those we love. Life in a Hospice takes you behind the scenes in end-of-life care, where you will see the enormous efforts of nurses, doctors, chaplains and others - even a thoughtful cook - to provide the calm that we all hope for. 

Perhaps you are looking for end-of-life care for someone you love. Perhaps you are wondering if this is the job for you. Or you just feel like being inspired by humanity at its best. This book will be for you.

HIGHLY COMMENDED by the British Medical Association, 2008

"The simple reflections on complex areas of care resonate long after you have finished reading the book." Cancer Nursing Forum Newsletter, Royal College of Nursing

"An easy-to-read book, which will surprise many readers with its lightness of touch, humanity and refreshing tone. I would recommend it to anyone who has worries about their own or a relative’s care at the end of life." Dr Nansi-Wynne Evans, GP, BMA Medical Book Competition

About the Author

I have been a writer for many years. I am fascinated by other people’s thoughts, experiences and emotions and love to write books where they can express their views in their own words.

I write on different subjects that capture my interest for one reason or another. I have just re-launched a book about people living with AIDS or HIV at a time when there was no cure (Wise Before Their Time, Foreword by Sir Ian McKellen). This follows the re-launch of a book about what it is like to work in end-of-life care (Life in a Hospice, with a Foreword by Tony Benn). My most recent book is about how it feels to be a grandmother (Celebrating Grandmothers).

I live in London, England, as do my two children and two grandsons. Please visit my website at http://www.annrichardson.co.uk

Link: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Hospice-Reflections-caring-dying/dp/1521738963 (Amazon)