PATCH | Supporting palliative care in Scotland

I woke up with no pain. The last time I had no pain was 4 months ago.

— PATCH patient

PATCH is committed to supporting hospital specialist palliative care

About Patch

PATCH is the first charity specifically to support 24/7 specialist palliative care for patients in hospital.

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News

Top SPOT for the Dundas Medal

7 February, 2023

In November 2022 we were delighted that the Dundas Medal was awarded to the team behind the SPOT app.

Donald MacNaughton wins the PATCH trophy at the Turriff Show

25 November, 2022

The PATCH trophy, sculpted by Lady Sally Nairn was presented at the Turriff Show on 1st August 2022.

Spreading the wings of generosity as Edinburgh’s Dragonfly Agency sponsors charity cards for fifth year

5 July, 2022

Edinburgh marketing agency helps to raise £11,000 for Scottish palliative care charity PATCH.

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The size of the problem

Many patients in hospital who have pain or complex symptoms do not have access to a palliative care specialist. PATCH is committed to changing this.

Our people

The Board would like to thank everyone who has made PATCH possible.

What is PATCH?

Patch is the first charity specifically to support 24/7 specialist palliative care for patients in Scottish hospitals. We will do this by funding hospitals to provide resources such as dedicated beds, staff, advisory services and research.