An advanced illness requires comprehensive and personalised care, which we offer through different programmes and a team specialised in palliative care.
At Cudeca we care for people with advanced illnesses and their families, offering palliative care that is comprehensive, professional and compassionate. Through our specialised teams, we provide care at home and in our inpatient units, accompanying every stage with a commitment to relieving suffering and improving quality of life.
En Cudeca, we offer palliative care directly in the patient's home, combining specialised medical care with psychological and social support for both patients and their families. Our goal is for everyone to receive the care they need without having to travel, in a safe and familiar environment.
Our teams consist of doctors and nurses specialised in palliative careand are complemented by psychologists and social workers. This allows us to offer care that is fully adapted to each patient's individual situation.
The home visits take place from Monday to Friday, mainly in the mornings, and always in coordination with the Primary Care teams of the Public Health Service, which guarantees a comprehensive and continuous attention.
When we begin care, we perform an all-inclusive assessment which allows us to:
Based on this assessment, the team develops an individualised care planwhich adapts to the patient's needs and wishes, and can be adjusted as they change over time.
Care does not end with the initial visit. Our medical and psychosocial team provides constant follow-up through phone calls, home visits, and consultations at the Cudeca Palliative Care Centreensuring that the patient and their family receive continuous and personalised support.
When patients present complex needs or symptoms that are difficult to manage at home,our home care team may recommend admission to the Cudeca Inpatient Unit to offer more continuous and specialised care..
Our hospital, based in Benalmádena, features 10 private rooms designed to offer comfort, privacy and safety, creating a warm atmosphere in which the patient and their family can feel accompanied and calm.
The unit team consists of highly qualified professionals in palliative carewith extensive experience and a close, human approach, ensuring that each person receives comprehensive care, adapted to their physical, emotional and social needs.
At Cudeca, we take care of the person and not only of their illness, offering constant support and an environment where each patient feels heard, accompanied, and respected.
At Cudeca, we accompany patients with cancer or advanced illnesses from the moment of diagnosis, offering information, guidance, and emotional support. Our service is available to patients, relatives, and friends throughout all stages of the illness—from diagnosis through treatment and advanced care.
Our specialised professionals help resolve questions about the illness and care, identify resources and strategies to cope with difficult situations, and promote physical, emotional, and social well-being. At Cudeca, no one faces illness alone; we offer close, empathetic, and professional support.
At Cudeca, we accompany patients with cancer or advanced illnesses from the moment of diagnosis, offering information, guidance, and emotional support. Our service is available to patients, relatives, and friends throughout all stages of the illness—from diagnosis through treatment and advanced care.
Our specialised professionals help resolve questions about the illness and care, identify resources and strategies to cope with difficult situations, and promote physical, emotional, and social well-being. At Cudeca, no one faces illness alone; we offer close, empathetic, and professional support.
Our mission is to offer specialised, expert care to children and teenagers living with life-limiting or life-threatening illnesses, as well as to accompany and provide support to their families.
We work in coordination with other professionals responsible for the care of children and teenagers, joining forces with them to improve their quality of life and make their daily lives easier.
When we begin care, we perform an all-inclusive assessment which allows us to:
Based on this assessment, the team develops an individualised care planwhich adapts to the patient's needs and wishes, and can be adjusted as they change over time.
Care does not end with the initial visit. Our medical and psychosocial team provides constant follow-up through phone calls, home visits, and consultations at the Cudeca Palliative Care Centreensuring that the patient and their family receive continuous and personalised support.
The Cudeca Day Unit in Benalmádena is an active and rehabilitative space that improves patients' physical, emotional, and social quality of life. Patients receive professional and volunteer support to regain autonomy and well-being, while their families enjoy a well-deserved respite from caregiving.
We offer activities and therapies such as physiotherapy, rehabilitation, individual and group psychosocial care, personalised nursing care, complementary therapies (reflexology, aromatherapy, massage, Reiki), personal appearance care, creative therapies, and cultural and recreational activities.
Each activity aims to foster autonomy, social connection, and emotional well-being in a warm and motivating environment.
At Cudeca, we accompany patients with cancer or advanced illnesses from the moment of diagnosis, offering information, guidance, and emotional support. Our service is available to patients, relatives, and friends throughout all stages of the illness—from diagnosis through treatment and advanced care.
Our specialised professionals help resolve questions about the illness and care, identify resources and strategies to cope with difficult situations, and promote physical, emotional, and social well-being. At Cudeca, no one faces illness alone; we offer close, empathetic, and professional support.
At Cudeca, we accompany patients with cancer or advanced illnesses from the moment of diagnosis, offering information, guidance, and emotional support. Our service is available to patients, relatives, and friends throughout all stages of the illness—from diagnosis through treatment and advanced care.
Our specialised professionals help resolve questions about the illness and care, identify resources and strategies to cope with difficult situations, and promote physical, emotional, and social well-being. At Cudeca, no one faces illness alone; we offer close, empathetic, and professional support.
They helped us making it possible for my mother to stay at home, calm and surrounded by those who loved her. That gift is priceless
Patient's daughter
Every visit brought us calm and confidence. We knew we were not alone and that there was always someone on the other end.
Patient's husband
Not only did they ease my brother's pain, but they also showed us how to face those moments with serenity and love.
Cudeca Volunteer
The Cudeca team treated our father with such dignity and warmth that we will never forget. They made us feel accompanied.
Patient's son
Our care is aimed at adults with advanced or end-of-life illnesses who need specialised care to relieve suffering and improve their quality of life. We also accompany and support their families throughout the entire process.
No. Whenever possible, our team visits patients in their own home. When clinical or family needs require it, we also offer care at our Inpatient Unit.
We have a multidisciplinary team made up of medical and nursing staff, psychologists, social workers, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nursing assistants and volunteers who work in coordination to offer comprehensive care.
Yes. At Cudeca, we also accompany family members and caregivers, offering them emotional support, guidance, and resources to face the process of illness and bereavement. Our goal is to care for and accompany the entire family, not just the patient.
To access any of our care services, it is necessary for your health centre doctor (GP) or hospital specialist to submit a referral to Cudeca, accompanied by a comprehensive medical report regarding your illness and the treatments received.
As long as your doctor refers the child to Cudeca, there is no need to wait until the illness is advanced. Our support can begin at any time when the child or the family needs help to face a complex situation, manage symptoms, or improve their well-being.
Yes. Palliative care can be combined with the treatments the child is currently receiving. The team works in coordination with the healthcare professionals managing their case.
No. Care is tailored to the needs of each family. When necessary, the team can travel to your home to facilitate care and avoid unnecessary travel. However, in the Pediatric Day Unit, we offer individualised therapies for both the child and their family members.
Care is adapted at all times to the child's condition and needs. The team assesses with the family which option is most appropriate at any given time, including home-based care when necessary.
The care plan is reviewed and adapted to the evolution of the child and their family. The goal is to offer the appropriate support at every stage, adjusting care, therapies, and accompaniment according to the needs that may arise.
No. Palliative care can begin at different stages of a serious illness and extend for months or even years. Its goal is to improve quality of life and relieve suffering, regardless of the stage of the illness.
Cudeca primarily cares for people with cancer, advanced illnesses, and palliative care needs. Each case is assessed individually to determine their care needs.
No. The care offered by Cudeca is free of charge for the individuals cared for and their families.
Yes. Care also includes those who accompany the patient, offering support and guidance during the process of illness and, when necessary, during bereavement.
Care is adapted to the new needs. The team provides follow-up and can adjust the type of support according to how the situation evolves.
Yes. Cudeca's care can be integrated with other healthcare and social resources, working in coordination to offer appropriate and continuous care.
Care is provided by a multidisciplinary team that brings together different professional profiles to address the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the individual and their family.
Yes. The individual cared for and their family play an active role in decisions regarding their care, always respecting their preferences, needs, and circumstances.
Each situation is different. After assessing the needs of the individual and their family, the Cudeca team can provide guidance on the most appropriate care options and how to access them.
In emergency or crisis situations, it is important to contact your regular health services or the corresponding emergency services. For home care, there are healthcare and social resources available that can support both the individual and their family members and caregivers. Cudeca can also provide guidance to families regarding available resources and how to access them.
