Extra Care Programme
Providing compassionate support for individuals and families living with incurable cancer. This programme is supported by the Susie Long Hospice Fund.
What is the Extra Care Programme?
The Extra Care Programme provides enhanced emotional, therapeutic and practical support for clients living with incurable cancer and their families. It is designed for those who require additional and ongoing care beyond the standard 12 Cois Nore sessions.
Who can access the programme?
You may be eligible if:
- You are diagnosed with an advanced and incurable cancer.
Family members may access this programme if they are:
- Connected to a registered Extra Care client, or;
- Supporting someone who is under the care of the Carlow Kilkenny Homecare team who is not a registered client.
Additional requirement:
- You must have used all 12 standard Cois Nore therapy sessions.
Supports & Services
Therapeutic Supports
- Up to 10 additional one-to-one sessions per year
- Includes talk therapy and touch therapies
- Monthly Peer Support Group
- Needs reviewed at regular intervals
Practical & Emotional Supports
- “For After I’ve Gone” journals
- ‘Writing for the Future’ memory book
- Good Will Service: support with basic will making
Carer & Family Supports
- Carers Support Programme
- Family Support Programme
How to Access the Programme
1. Referral
By a Cois Nore Therapist, member of the Client Support Team, a Healthcare professional, or a self-referral.
2. Assessment
The Services Coordinator reviews your information and support needs.
3. Verification
GP or Consultant letter confirming your cancer status.
4. Entry Meeting
To review available supports and plan session frequency.
Our Committment
A Cois Nore, we walk alongside you with compassion, dignity, and respect. Our goal is to support you and your family at every step with personalised and meaningful care.