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Primrose Hospice volunteer Paul
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From patient to volunteer: Paul's story

Paul Whitehouse kindly volunteers his time every week to run a popular art group for patients at Primrose Hospice.
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A young volunteer at Saint Francis Hospice
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Supporting people as a volunteer counsellor is so rewarding

Ellie Kadir, 27, is in the second year of her degree in integrative counselling. Here she shares why volunteering as a counsellor at Saint Francis Hospice is so rewarding.
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Hear from Martin, at St Cuthbert's Hospice, about the joy of being a volunteer hospice gardener, as the team prepares for the arrival of the Hospice UK Garden of Compassion after RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025
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A Day in the Life of a Volunteer Hospice Gardener

Hear from Martin, at St Cuthbert's Hospice, about the joy of being a volunteer hospice gardener, as the team prepares for the arrival of the Hospice UK Garden of Compassion.
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Patients gathering for birthday party at hospiscare
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Hospiscare helps plan 50th birthday party for patient

An East Devon woman had the party of her “dreams” with a little help from her local hospice.
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The importance of hospice gardens in end of life care
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The importance of hospice gardens

Whether it’s a quiet spot to remember a loved one, a sensory experience, or simply a peaceful view, hospice gardens make a real difference to patients and their families.
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Beatrice Owens with mum Louise, at East Anglia Children's Hospices
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Making special memories for families receiving care

A hospice care floor was awash with singing, smiles and sparkles for an ABBA-themed party night at a children’s hospice.
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Social worker Jonathan Ollerhead explains how the children’s hospice supports the parents, grandparents, siblings, and anyone with a close relationship to the child and who will be affected by their illness.
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What it’s like being a social worker in a children’s hospice

When a child arrives at Chestnut Tree House, their whole family becomes part of the hospice family too.
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