AUDIO
Dr Saunders’ concept of ‘total pain’ and the need to provide physical, social, spiritual and emotional care for dying people underpinned the care provided at St Christopher’s, in south east London.
Opening in 1967, it was to be the start of the modern hospice movement, combining care, research and training.
This meant that it would not only support people who were dying, but also ensure that this essential support continued to improve and professionals, such as nurses and doctors, would become better equipped in providing high quality palliative care.
RESOURCES
The items below will require an internet connection (WiFi, 3G or 4G)
WATCH
As part of the St Christopher’s Oral History Project, hear from the longest serving member of staff William Punyer on how the Hospice came to be built.