Funeral directory
Hospices & end-of-life care in Northern Ireland
A guide to hospice care in Northern Ireland — end-of-life support, family and bereavement support — with a hospice directory coming soon.
Quick answer
Hospices provide compassionate end-of-life care and support for patients and families, including bereavement support afterwards. This page explains how hospice care works, and our directory will list hospices and their support services.
Hospices care for people with terminal or life-limiting illness with great gentleness, supporting the whole family. David Crymble & Sons work alongside hospices across Northern Ireland and continue that care into the funeral and beyond.
Hospice & end-of-life care
Hospices provide specialist care for people with terminal or life-limiting conditions, in the hospice or at home, focusing on comfort, dignity and quality of life. Care is free to families.
Family & bereavement support
Hospice teams support the whole family before and after a death, often including counselling and bereavement groups. See our grief support guide for more services.
When someone dies in a hospice
Hospice staff guide you through the immediate steps and the medical certificate, and you can call us at any hour to bring your loved one into our care. Nothing has to be rushed.
Directory coming soon
A searchable directory is on the way
We are building a searchable directory for this section. Soon you will be able to search by:
- Hospice
- Area
- Services
- Contact details
- Bereavement support
In the meantime, the information above is here to help — and you can call us any hour for guidance.
Need help now?
If someone has died or you are unsure what to do next, David Crymble & Sons Funeral Directors are available 24 hours a day. We can guide you step by step — whether the death has happened at home, in hospital, in a care home, or elsewhere.
Frequently asked questions
Does hospice care cost anything?
Hospice care is free to patients and families, funded by the health service and charitable donations.
Where is hospice care provided?
In the hospice itself or, often, at home through community hospice teams.
Do hospices support the family after a death?
Yes — many offer counselling and bereavement support for the whole family. We can also point you to further services.
What do we do when someone dies in a hospice?
Hospice staff guide you through the first steps and the medical certificate. Call us any hour and we will take your loved one into our care when you are ready.
Can we plan a funeral in advance during hospice care?
Yes. Many families find comfort in planning gently ahead. We are always glad to help, with no pressure.
Related resources
Last reviewed: June 2026 · Reviewed by: David Crymble & Sons
Sources: official guidance from NI Direct, HSC NI, MoneyHelper, Marie Curie, Cruse and the relevant councils, where applicable.
This page is for general guidance only. Requirements can change, so please check with the relevant official organisation or contact David Crymble & Sons for help.