About
The Manipal Hospice and Respite Care Centre, or MHRC, is a pioneering initiative committed to providing high-quality palliative, end-of-life care, and respite care to individuals with life-limiting illnesses. Embedded within the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) ecosystem, our Centre integrates clinical excellence, interdisciplinary education, psychosocial support, and ethical stewardship in the care of patients and their families.
The 12-acre green campus is located along the banks of the Swarna River, within 5 kms of the Kasturba Medical College and the Kasturba Hospital, Manipal, and is supported by the Indian Association of Palliative Care. We are strategically placed to offer socially impactful and comprehensive care, complete with a team of physicians, nurses, psychologists, social workers and more. We are the only hospice in India affiliated with both a medical college and a tertiary hospital, thereby providing highly trained caregivers and research-enriched caregiving.
Our core philosophy is rooted in person-centered care that prioritizes dignity, comfort, and holistic well-being. We strive to uphold the principles of equity, compassion, and evidence-based practice in all dimensions of service delivery. In keeping with our philosophy of inclusion and empathy, all our services are currently free of cost to patients and families battling life-limiting conditions.
Services Offered
Inpatient Hospice Care
We offer 24/7 residential care for patients requiring symptom control, psychosocial support, or comfort-focused end-of-life care. Each patient is provided with a private room, with access to medical, nursing, psychological, and spiritual support.
Respite Care
We facilitate short-term admissions to provide relief for caregivers or to stabilize a patient’s condition in a safe and comfortable setting.
Bereavement and Family Support
We incorporate structured bereavement services, counselling, and support groups for family members following the loss of a loved one.
Psycho-Social and Spiritual Care
We provide holistic support addressing the emotional, existential, and cultural needs of patients and caregivers, guided by trained counsellors, psychologists, and spiritual care advisors.
Education and Research
Our Centre functions as a clinical training site for medical, nursing, and allied health sciences students. We host:
- Clinical rotations in palliative care in liaison with the Department of Palliative Medicine and Supportive Care, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal.
- Workshops, CME programs, and training in hospice and end-of-life care. The auditorium can be hired for these purposes by external organizations.
- Collaborative research in palliative medicine, quality of life, and caregiver outcomes.
We partner with national and international institutions like XYZ, ABC [suggestion: list some names of institutions as examples] to foster academic scholarships and innovation in hospice and palliative care delivery.
Interdisciplinary Care Team
- Palliative care physicians
- Registered nurses
- Medical social workers and psychologists
- Physiotherapists and occupational therapists
- Spiritual care providers
- Trained volunteers
We work closely with the Departments of Palliative Medicine and Supportive Care, Oncology, Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, and Community Medicine at Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, to ensure integrated care pathways.
Referral and Admission
Patients may be referred by treating physicians, hospitals, or self-referred by families. A clinical assessment is conducted at the outpatient department of the Department of Palliative Medicine and Supportive Care, Kasturba Medical College Manipal to determine eligibility and care needs, followed by transfer to MHRC if deemed appropriate.
We encourage early referral for optimal symptom management and care coordination.
For admission through the outpatient department of the Department of Palliative Medicine and Supportive Care, Kasturba Medical College Manipal, the timings are Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
For referrals or queries:
📧 mhrc.kmc@manipal.edu
Support us
Your support helps us deliver free and subsidized care to those in need.
For information on donations, volunteering, or partnerships, please contact our administrative office.
Email: mhrc.kmc@manipal.edu
Manipal Hospice and Respite Centre - Google Maps
Kollalagiri-Bhandsalley Road (9QQQ+VV), Banabettu, Havanje,
Udupi, Karnataka, Pin: 576124
