Specialist Palliative Care Teams
Specialist Palliative Care teams become involved when complex symptom management is required. Specialist Palliative Care is provided in any location – in the home, hospital, hospice, or in a nursing home by teams of healthcare professionals who work solely in palliative care and have extensive knowledge and skills in this specialty.
What Specialist Palliative Care services are available in Ireland?
14 There are 14 adult hospices (also called Specialist Palliative Care Inpatient Units) in Ireland, with a combined total of 276 beds 15 . 36 There are 36 acute hospitals around the country which also host a Specialist Palliative Care service. 32 There are 32 community Specialist Palliative Care teams covering all 26 counties.
Location of adult hospices in Ireland, 2025
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Dying, Death and Bereavement in Ireland 2026
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