St John’s day therapy unit

How we can help

The St John’s day therapy unit, located at St John’s Hospice, supports patients with life-limiting conditions by improving quality of life and managing symptoms. Through guided activities and connections with others, we help you achieve personal goals and enhance wellbeing.

The St John’s day therapy unit offers a range of sessions, and during your initial assessment, we will help determine the best options for you. Sessions are typically in group settings, though one-to-one sessions may be arranged when needed. They can be full or half-day sessions or in a clinic-style format.

Depending on the sessions you attend, you may have access to:

• peer support and socialising
• a range of activities supported by our activity coordinator
• self-management education sessions
• exercise classes
• one-to-one assessments and support
• complementary therapies or hairdressing (mainly free of charge, with a small fee for certain treatments)
• offer of complementary therapies or hairdressing (free of charge apart from a small charge for certain treatments)
• referrals to other services
• a variety of information resources
• lunch (if appropriate) and refreshments, all provided free of charge

How to get help

Your GP, specialist nurse, or district nurse can refer you to the service. Please discuss it with them if you’d like a referral.

Contact St John’s day therapy unit

Plan your journey

If you use public transport, the Traveline journey planner provides information about what services and times are available.

Page last reviewed: March 13, 2025
Next review due: March 13, 2026