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"Maybe there is some purpose to life in the end" - Roger's experience with Garden House Hospice care

Roger Russell is 92 and lives with his wife Valerie in Hitchin. As well as his role as devoted husband of 69 years, Roger has been Val’s primary carer for the last five years - c...
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Two thirds of people living in rural areas struggle to access end of life care

Hospice UK has launched a landmark report, calling for urgent action to improve access to palliative and end of life care in remote, rural and island communities across the UK.
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Hospice UK responds to vote on Assisted Dying

Hospice UK responds to the Third Reading of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill.
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Connecting families through nature, animals and play

A recent family day out at Hobbledown Adventure Park brought together 17 families for an experience filled with nature, fun and making memories.
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Breaking the stigma of children’s hospice care.

A mum whose son lives with a rare genetic condition is sharing their story to help break the stigma of children’s hospice care.
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Hospice UK responds to report stage debate on Assisted Dying

Hospice UK responds to report stage debate on Assisted Dying
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Hospice UK appoints two new trustees

Helen Bennett and Andrew Strevens join Hospice UK's Board of Trustees
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