The Dorothy House Podcast

Creative Therapies at Dorothy House - Family Support Team

In this edition, Anne is talking to Creative Therapies Co-ordinator Ros Gardiner about the power of Creative Therapies for patients and families. Ros tells us about the types of creative therapy we offer at Dorothy House and how we've adapted these services throughout the pandemic, as well as sharing some very moving stories.
For more information on Creative Therapies, visit our website: https://www.dorothyhouse.org.uk/what-we-do/our-care/day-services/
 

Social Work in Palliative Care - Family Support Team

In our new series, Psychological Support Lead Anne Montague shines the spotlight on how our Family Support Team are there to ensure that no one faces death alone. In this episode, Anne’s joined by Senior Social Worker Rachel Burns to talk about the role that social work plays in a palliative care setting, and how the team support patients and families. 
 
For more information on social care at Dorothy House, visit our website: https://www.dorothyhouse.org.uk/what-we-do/our-care/social-care/
 

Lasting Powers of Attorney - Dorothy House & Mogers Drewett

In the final episode of this series, Sarah and David are discussing Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) and why they are so important.
For more information on any of the topics we’ve discussed, you can visit dorothyhouse.org.uk or mogersdrewett.com.

When Someone Dies - Dorothy House & Mogers Drewett

In this edition, Sarah and David talk about the processes involved when someone dies and ways in which we can make things easier for our families beforehand. We discuss the importance of ensuring our will can be easily found, and why we shouldn’t be afraid to talk to our loved ones about funerals.
For more information on any of the topics we’ve discussed, you can visit dorothyhouse.org.uk or mogersdrewett.com.

When Someone Is Dying - Dorothy House & Mogers Drewett

In the second instalment of our podcasts with Mogers Drewett, Sarah and David are chatting about getting your affairs in order when someone is given a life-limiting diagnosis. We cover deathbed wills, answer some tricky questions around capacity, and discuss just how quickly you can make a will.
For more information on any of the topics we’ve discussed, you can visit dorothyhouse.org.uk or mogersdrewett.com.

Getting Your Affairs in Order - Dorothy House & Mogers Drewett

In this episode, our Head of Legacies, Sarah Dodd sits down with David Hill, from the private client team at Mogers Drewett, to talk about getting your affairs in order. We cover issues such as where to start, who to talk to, when is the best time to start, and why it's so important.
For more information on any of the topics we’ve discussed, you can visit dorothyhouse.org.uk or mogersdrewett.com.