Compassionate Care, Dignity & Peace for Every Life Journey
Providing free-of-charge hospice care, pain management, transit housing for cancer patients, and caregiver training in Nupe, Matara.
Cancer Care
Holistic Support & Relief
Institute of Palliative Medicine (IPM)
Terminal patients who no longer require treatment at a hospital need a peaceful environment to spend their days. Their families may not have the means or training to provide them with specialized care.
IPM is the pioneering institute dedicated to Palliative Medicine in Sri Lanka. Managed under the Cancer Care Association of Sri Lanka (Approved Charity) and led by Founder & Chairman Prof. Samadhi Rajapaksa, the Institute operates a fully functioning 21-bed hospice, training center, and community outreach hub in Matara, Southern Province.
Our mission encompasses clinical hospice care, home visits, community outreach, academic research, education, and advocacy, addressing physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of patients and their family members, free of charge.
Hospice Facilities & Capacity
Designed to provide utmost comfort, peaceful gallery environments, and state-of-the-art medical support for patients and families.
21 Beds CapacityPatient Wards & AC Private Rooms
Comfortable, peaceful accommodation equipped with modern medical amenities and attached bathrooms.
- 2 Wards (5 beds capacity each: Male & Female)
- 11 Individual AC Rooms (6 Male, 5 Female)
- Attached bathrooms in all private rooms
- Free of charge for all needy patients
125 SeatsResearch Center & Auditorium
Dedicated hub for palliative medicine research, medical staff training, and community education seminars.
- 125-Seating Capacity Auditorium
- 6 Rooms for accommodation & research staff
- Administrative Office & Conference facilities
- Continuing medical education programs
DiningDining, Consultation & Gardens
Serene environment featuring lush gallery gardens, consultation rooms, and nutritious dining facilities.
- Fully equipped kitchen & dining for 21 persons
- 2 Consultation rooms & waiting area
- Beautiful gallery garden environment
- 5 Staff accommodation rooms & 30-car parking
Comprehensive Palliative Care Services
Care should come closer to the patient. Discover our interconnected continuum of inpatient, home-based, and community-rooted services delivered 100% free of charge.
Hospice / Inpatient Care
Specialized 21-bed facility with 11 private AC suites providing 24/7 symptom alleviation, respite care, and compassionate terminal support.
Home-Based Palliative Care
Extending professional clinical evaluations, medication management, wound dressing, and nursing directly into patients' homes.
Community-Based Model
Mobilizing local volunteers, religious leaders, and primary health workers to bring care closer to patients across Sri Lanka.
Multidisciplinary Team
An integrated 8-stage care pathway uniting doctors, nurses, counsellors, and volunteers to address all physical & emotional dimensions.
Family & Caregiver Support
Empowering families with hands-on caregiving training, symptom recognition guidance, emotional solace, and bereavement care.
Research & Academic Contribution
Peer-reviewed studies analyzing 265 admissions to advocate for earlier palliative referrals and shape national healthcare policy.
Support Us — Donate or Volunteer
All our projects are supported by well-wishers and philanthropists. You are donating to the Cancer Care Association of Sri Lanka, which is an approved charity. Human beings cannot escape death, but with care and love, we can help each other through pain, loneliness, and fear.
In-Kind Care Pack Donations
You can donate essential items directly to IPM Matara. Below are the care packs currently required for hospice patients:
Dry Ration Pack
Rice 2kg, dhal 500g, grains 500g, sugar 500g, tea 200g, noodles 1 pck, soya meat 2 packs, spices 50g each & salt.
Sanitary Care Pack
Soap, shampoo, eau de cologne, body lotions, talc, or any other essential sanitary items.
Bedding & Linen
Clothing material, pillow cases, bed sheets, and soft towels for patient beds.
Bank Account Information
You are donating to the Cancer Care Association of Sri Lanka, which is an approved charity. Monetary donations directly fund medical supplies, patient meals, and hospice care free of charge.
Volunteer With Us
Your time spent volunteering can change someone's life. We welcome doctors, nurses, counselors, and compassionate well-wishers.
News & Recent Events
Stay connected with our latest press coverage, palliative care training programs, hospice developments, and community initiatives.
Official Appointment · 30 March 2026 Press ArticleDr. Kusum Kumari Appointed as International Honorary Professor at IPM Sri Lanka
The Institute of Palliative Medicine (IPM), Sri Lanka, is pleased to appoint Dr. Kusum Kumari, Associate Professor at AIIMS Deoghar, as International Honorary Professor (effective 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2031) to foster global academic leadership, research collaboration, and faculty development.
Sunday Times · 11 Oct 2020 Press ArticleIn Sri Lanka, Only a Few Patients with Life-Limiting Illness Receive Proper Palliative Care
A special Sunday Times investigative feature published on World Hospice and Palliative Care Day, spotlighting the Institute of Palliative Medicine (IPM) in Matara and Prof. Dr. Samadhi Rajapaksa's pioneering 'low tech: high touch' community palliative care model.
Daily Mirror · 04 Feb 2022 Press Article
Featured Documentary VideoCancer Care Association & Palliative Care Mission in Sri Lanka
Watch the inspiring documentary capturing the heartfelt mission of the Cancer Care Association Sri Lanka and Prof. Samadhi Rajapaksa—showcasing hospice facilities, home-based care teams, and compassionate support for terminal cancer patients.
Historic Foundation Ceremony 5 PhotosLaying the Foundation Stone for IPM Matara
The historic Foundation Stone Laying ceremony for the Institute of Palliative Medicine (IPM), graced by the Venerable Maha Sangha, Hon. Speaker of the Parliament of Sri Lanka, the generous land donors (the two daughters of late Mr. E.M.W. Jayasuriya), GA Matara, Dr. Upul Ekanayake (Consultant Oncologist), and distinguished guests.
Foundational Milestone 3 PhotosDonation of Land for IPM Construction by E.M.W. Jayasuriya Trust
The historic legal signing and official deed transfer of the land in Nupe, Matara, generously donated by the E.M.W. Jayasuriya Trust for the construction and establishment of the Institute of Palliative Medicine (IPM) to provide 100% free hospice care.
Grand Opening CeremonyReceiving the Blessings from Maha Sangha at the Opening Ceremony of IPM
The auspicious opening ceremony of the Institute of Palliative Medicine (IPM) in Matara commenced with sacred religious observances and blessings bestowed by the Venerable Maha Sangha, dedicating the hospice facility to the selfless service of terminally ill patients across Sri Lanka.
Historic Milestone 2 PhotosAdmitting the First Patient to IPM Matara
A historic milestone marking the admission of the very first patient to the Institute of Palliative Medicine (IPM) in Matara. Prof. Dr. Samadhi Rajapaksa, alongside the nursing team and dedicated volunteers, warmly welcomed the patient and family to receive 100% free compassionate palliative care.
Official Dignitary Visit 3 PhotosHon. Minister of Health Visit to IPM
The Hon. Minister of Health conducted an official visit and inspection of the Institute of Palliative Medicine (IPM) in Nupe, Matara, reviewing the 21-bed hospice suites, clinical wards, and discussing nationwide palliative healthcare initiatives with Prof. Samadhi Rajapaksa.
Trust Deed Milestone 2 PhotosTrust Deed Signing for IPM Matara
The historic signing ceremony of the Trust Deed between Dr. Samadhi Rajapaksa and the benefactors of the E.M.W. Jayasuriya Trust, formalizing the founding and development of the Institute of Palliative Medicine (IPM) in Matara.
September 2026 10 PhotosNurses Training at IPM
Specialized palliative nursing training sessions conducted at the Institute of Palliative Medicine, equipping nurses with hands-on clinical skills, compassionate bed-side care techniques, and holistic patient support.
July 2026Palliative Care Workshop at 125-Seat Auditorium
Medical professionals, doctors, and caregivers gathered at IPM's Matara Auditorium for specialized training in holistic pain relief, palliative medicine, and spiritual support.
August 2026IPM Matara Hospice Expands Free Bed Capacity
With 21 beds now fully operational including 11 individual AC rooms, IPM continues its mission to provide 100% free hospice care for terminal cancer patients across Sri Lanka.
June 2026Community Dry Ration & Sanitary Support Drive
Well-wishers and community volunteers donated essential dry ration packs, nutritional supplements, and sanitary supplies for hospice residents and transit home chemotherapy patients.
Contact Us
Have questions regarding patient admissions, home-based visits, donations, or volunteering? Contact our 24/7 care desk directly via WhatsApp or phone hotline.
Quick Contact
Address
Institute of Palliative Medicine
No. 27, Akuressa Road, Matara, Southern Province, Sri Lanka.
Telephone Hotlines
Landline: 041 222 6766
WhatsApp / Hotline: 077 340 9787
Additional: 076 878 7484
Availability
24/7 Inpatient Hospice Desk & Emergency Palliative Admission (100% Free)
Directions to Akuressa Road, Matara
Situated along Akuressa Road, Matara
Send Us an Inquiry
WhatsApp Direct2. Institutional Identity
Official Organizational Profile & Governance| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Institute of Palliative Medicine |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
| Location | Matara, Southern Province |
| Address | No. 27, Akuressa Road, Matara |
| Telephone | 041 222 6766 (+94 41 222 6766) |
| Additional contact | 077 340 9787 (+94 77 340 9787) |
| Additional contact | 076 878 7484 (+94 76 878 7484) |
| Institutional type | Palliative-care and hospice institution |
| Management/affiliation | Cancer Care Association of Sri Lanka |
| Founder & Chairman | Prof. Samadhi Rajapaksa |
| Primary focus | Palliative medicine, hospice care, community and home-based palliative care |
| Key functions | Clinical care, hospice care, community outreach, education, training, research and advocacy |