Latest news from Hospice UK

Read all our latest news, and stories showcasing the best of hospice and end of life care.

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03 December 2020

Hospice staff will be prioritised for COVID-19 vaccination

Hospice UK responds to the news that hospice staff will be prioritised for COVID-19 vaccination.

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17 November 2020

Families in Wales need more respite breaks, survey finds

Families in Wales caring for a child with a life-limiting condition need more respite breaks, a new survey has found.

Remembrance Day, St Michael's Hospice.

11 November 2020

Preserving the precious memories of World War II veterans

To mark Remembrance Day, we’re sharing the story of former RAF member Eric, who took part in a special audio project for St Michael’s Hospice in Hereford.

John, supported by St Michael's Hospice, Harrogate.

10 November 2020

Supporting older veterans with companionship

Saint Michael’s Hospice in Harrogate runs a special volunteer-led project to help reduce isolation for people using their hospice and bereavement support services. In the last fe...

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06 November 2020

COVID-19 and the impact on insurance for hospices

In this advertorial, Towergate Insurance explain the limits many insurers have imposed on their coverage as a result of COVID-19.

06 November 2020

Developing a counselling service for people in the pandemic

Hazel Wilcock is a Senior Counsellor at St Ann’s Hospice in Greater Manchester. Here she tells ehospice about developing a psychological support service to reach more people duri...