Charity Shops

Compton Care

Compton Care is a charitable organization based in Wolverhampton, England. The organization is dedicated to providing support and care to those who are living with complex and incurable illnesses. Compton Care operates several charity shops in the area, which provide a source of funding for the organization's important work. The organization also works closely with the public sector and society to raise awareness of the challenges faced by those living with complex illnesses, and to advocate for their needs. Compton Care is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of those it serves, and to improving the quality of care and support available to those in need.

Introduction to Compton Care

Compton Care is a UK-based charity that provides palliative care and support to those living with complex and incurable conditions. The charity was founded in 1983 and has since grown to become a leading provider of specialist care and support services. What sets Compton Care apart from other organizations is their focus on delivering care that is tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

Services & products

Compton Care offers a range of services to support patients and their families, including specialist palliative care, complementary therapies, and emotional and spiritual support. Patients can also access a range of practical support services, including benefits advice and help with accessing local services.

Location

Compton Care is located in Wolverhampton, a city in the West Midlands of England. The area is home to a mix of businesses, including retail shops, restaurants, and charity shops. Visitors to the area can expect a vibrant and diverse community, with plenty of opportunities to explore local culture and history. The closest public transportation options include the Compton Road bus stop (0.1 miles away), the Compton Park tram stop (0.3 miles away), and the Wolverhampton train station (2.5 miles away).

Benefits

Compton Care is a unique provider of palliative care and support services, with a focus on delivering care that is tailored to each individual patient's needs. The charity's team of specialists are highly trained and experienced in providing compassionate care and support to those living with complex and incurable conditions.

Good to know

Customers should be aware that Compton Care is a charity organization, and as such, relies on the support of donations and fundraising efforts to continue providing its valuable services to the community.

Reviews

Compton Care has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from patients and their families, who praise the organization for its compassionate and personalized care. Many reviewers note the exceptional level of support provided by the organization's staff, who go above and beyond to ensure patients and their families feel cared for and supported throughout their journey.

Amenities

clothing rack
furniture
toy section
volunteer opportunities
free wi-fi
online shopping

FAQ

What type of items do you accept as donations?

We accept a wide range of items as donations, including clothing, books, toys, household items, and furniture. However, we do not accept electrical items or items that are damaged or in poor condition.

How do you allocate the profits from sales of donated items?

All profits from the sales of donated items go towards supporting the work of Compton Care, a charity that provides specialist palliative care services to people with life-limiting illnesses in the Wolverhampton area.

Do you offer any special discounts or promotions for regular customers?

Yes, we offer a loyalty card scheme for our regular customers. Every time a customer spends £10 or more in our shop, they receive a stamp on their card. Once they have collected 10 stamps, they are entitled to 20% off their next purchase.

What measures do you take to ensure the safety and cleanliness of donated items?

We have a rigorous process for checking and cleaning all donated items before they are put on sale. All clothing and soft furnishings are washed or dry cleaned, and all hard surfaces are wiped down with disinfectant. We also have a team of volunteers who regularly check the shop floor for any hazards or safety issues.

Can you provide information on any specific charitable organizations or causes that the proceeds from your shop support?

All proceeds from our shop go towards supporting the work of Compton Care, a charity that provides specialist palliative care services to people with life-limiting illnesses in the Wolverhampton area. The charity also provides bereavement support for families and carers.

Reviews

louise beresford

the garden is so beautiful, the drinks, snacks are lovley. thankyou so much for taking care of my grandad.

19-05-2023
jayne parkinson

Volunteers very helpful.

26-03-2023
Charlotte Siverns

This is for the charity shop only: A month or so ago I visited the charity shop, and left my dog in the car, when walking in the charity shop noticed there were 2 dogs in shop which were not guide dogs. So I went back to the car to take my dog in, no problem at all staff were fussing him. Then today I went to take my dog in the charity shop was told no dogs allowed and told to read the sign on the door, it took me a while to even spot the sign. They made out that I was lying and would never of been allowed in the shop with my dog. I think you should send an email out to your staff and tell them no dogs allowed and get a bigger sign on your door.

26-02-2023
Esther Donaldson

This is my review of Compton Care. Out of loving remembrance for my mum I'll be honest and respectful. Compton Care obviously excels at many things in regards to how well it functions, the quality of the building itself, the professionalism of most of the staff, the aesthetic and mostly calm environment, the beautiful architecture and landscaping, but there were some things that bothered me a little and I feel could be improved. Some of the good: • Hot drink facilities • Family can also order meals onsite • There are therapy dogs that visit patients, which is wonderful and interactive Why I removed a star: • Transparency. The dying process can be complex and distressing, especially if you don't know what's happening or why certain medications are administered. You're not told what the side effects are. You're not told, unless you ask, what the signs of dying are so that you're prepared. I got most of my knowledge from Google and the two nurses who did take time to speak to us family members. My mum was admitted perfectly mentally sound and communicative, but due to her pain had to be on high levels of pain relief, ended up confused and distressed and then had to be sedated to combat that confusion. They call it terminal agitation. • Mixed messaging. One of the nurses refused to give my mum additional pain relief at my request, because she said my mum's knees would be up if she was in pain, but she was heavily sedated. My mum never moved once during her last week. She couldn't have moved her legs. All she could do was twitch her thumb (which she did once), facially wince, or do brief movements of her eyebrows. The same nurse also talked over my mum a few times and appeared to question whether my mum was really in pain, when my mum was still able to communicate. My mum was someone who barely took painkillers when she was healthy. She had Pancreatic Cancer. I can state quite emphatically: she was in pain. • My mum had a sore on her bum that caused a lot of discomfort for her and I feel could've been treated sooner. • After my mum's death (which I nearly missed by seconds) she had a sore left ear, which both myself and it seems the staff hadn't noticed, and it must've been painful for her because she winced whenever her head was moved even a little (despite her heavy sedation). • Some staff are friendly and compassionate, but there were a couple whose manner could have been warmer. They would enter my mum's room and not even acknowledge family, let alone speak or introduce themselves to my mum. My mum valued manners and a friendly manner a great deal. She had worked in social care herself and was always kind and compassionate to the people she cared for. Just because someone is dying they don't stop being a person. They still exist. They still need to be acknowledged. • Some of the night staff are a little noisy (banging bins, laughing etc) but thankfully it didn't disturb my mum. Some more good: • The good staff who laugh with you, interact warmly with the patient and explain things to you • Therapy treatments are available for patients and family • You can bring your own pets • Doctors constantly reasses medication and pain relief and will answer direct questions • The food is good (although sometimes my mum asked for certain things and didn't get what she asked for, but this did improve later until she could no longer eat.) One of the catering staff (blonde hair in a ponytail) always went that extra mile and showed my mum so much compassion. • Receptionists are super friendly and welcoming • The Chaplain lady was very kind and compassionate also • The fact family can stay the night with loved ones Overall, Compton Care aided my beloved mum in her last days. It wasn't perfect and some things could be improved. However, my mum went as peacefully as is possible with a heinous disease like Pancreatic Cancer. She fought until her last breath.

26-12-2022
Alan hill

My mom was in the care of the hospice in feb21they couldn't do enough for her amazing staff and they made her final days the best we could've hoped for Above and beyond anything we could've expected even after she passed on they did so much

26-12-2022
Donald Fraser

26-10-2022
Helen Rickard

It's a great charity shop.

26-09-2022
Teresa Cooper

My dad was grateful for all the help compton care done for my mom in the last few months of her life.. We have a donation we collected in memory of mom which we would like to pass on to compton care.

26-08-2022
Geoffrey Dent

The care of the staff was superb they could not have been any better. Thank you.

26-08-2022
Craig Pearson

My husband was admitted for end of life care, we were lead to believe by the staff that it was to reassess the medication plan before being released for care at home. 12 hours after being admitted he sadly passed away. I wasn't there as I was assured things would be fine. The staff called me 5 minutes before he passed. Considering they deal with end of life care daily you'd think they'd recognise the signs of being close to death hours before it happens and notify their patients loved ones immediately but that wasn't the case. They robbed me of my husband's last moments and that will haunt me for the rest of my life.

26-06-2022