
1973
We opened our door to patients as The Douglas Macmillan Home. In our first year we cared for 315 patients.
1979
Our first Social Worker was appointed. We have always kept the holistic approach at the forefront of everything we do. Today we have a large team helping to care for all patients and families.
1981
Our volunteers launched our bereavement care visits. This is still a core component in the services we offer; we now have psychological therapists offering 1 to 1 support and group sessions.
1983
Our first Palliative Care Nurse Specialists were appointed. Today, we receive referrals from GPs and district nurses to our community team, wherever possible, giving patients, families and carers a choice of where they wish to spend their remaining time.
1985
Our Day Therapy Services began.
1993
2001
We launched our Hospice at Home service which provided care and respite services for patients and families who choose to stay in their own homes.
2004
2010
We launched our 24/7 advice line for healthcare professionals providing palliative care to local adults.
2011
2015
2017
We incorporated our new 7-bedded unit and independent living suites to our inpatient services, increasing our bed capacity to 33.
2017
2018
Dougie Mac celebrates its 45th anniversary.