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While many of us are enjoying quality time with our own families, Annemarie describes what it’s like for those at a hospice, where incredible care doesn’t stop for the holidays
Dying Matters

'I put my own emotions aside at Christmas'

While many of us are enjoying quality time with our own families, Annemarie describes what it’s like for those at a hospice, where amazing care doesn’t stop for the holidays.
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While many of us are enjoying quality time with our own families, Karen describes what it’s like for those at a hospice, where incredible care doesn’t stop for the holidays
Dying Matters

'Working in the hospice at Christmas just feels right'

Karen, Chaplain and Spiritual Lead at Weston Hospicecare, has worked at the hospice every Christmas Day for 18 years, giving her time to be with patients and their families.
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Barbara-Anne Walker is CEO of Ashgate Hospice and writes for the Hospice Thought Leadership series at Hospice UK
Hospice Thought Leadership

Should hospice care be part of the NHS?

Barbara-Anne Walker, Chief Executive of Ashgate Hospice in Derbyshire, explores whether UK hospice care should be part of the NHS, for our Hospice Thought Leadership series.
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How hospices make Christmas holidays special for families
Hospice care stories

How hospices make the holiday season special for families

Hospices look after people when they most need it – and this incredible care continues all year round. Read some of the ways they make the holiday season special for families.
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Press Release

Response to the Autumn Statement

Hospice UK responds to the Autumn Statement
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Coping strategies to help deal with grief over the holiday season and Christmas
Dying Matters

Dealing with grief over the holidays

If you or someone you know is struggling with grief this holiday season, here are some coping strategies to help.
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