Dying Matters Awareness Week: How we talk about Dying Matters
Parenthood is full of ideals, expectations and hopes as well as some trepidation as to what’s to come. How will life change, what kind ...
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The benefits of walking for grief
Losing a loved one affects every aspect of life - emotionally, physically, socially, financially and spiritually. Many describe grief ...
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Your gift, their future – leave a gift in your Will
The kindness you show today can have a lasting impact, even after you’re gone. By leaving a gift in your Will to Helen & Douglas ...
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Helen & Douglas House’s 1st apprentice: Sophie’s Story
In February every year, National Apprenticeship Week recognises and celebrates the achievements and successes of apprentices, and the ...
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World Cancer Day
Every year on 4th February, people around the world come together to celebrate World Cancer Day- a day dedicated to raising awareness ...
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John’s story: celebrating 20 years of volunteering
John Sansome has been volunteering with us for 20 years and is currently volunteering in catering at the hospice. We are so grateful ...
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How to write a Will: a simple guide
Writing a Will ensures your wishes are followed when it comes to distributing your assets. Whether you want to provide for your loved ...
Read moreMeet Sally – Director of Nursing & Care at Helen & Douglas House
Meet Sally, our Director of Nursing & Care at Helen & Douglas House. Sally started at the hospice in September and we met up ...
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Leaving a gift in your will: Janet’s story
Leave a gift in your Will to Helen & Douglas House and help support families with children who have terminal or life-limiting illnesses.
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Six ways we bring joy and support at Christmas
Christmas at Helen & Douglas House is a truly magical time, filled with excitement as children and staff embrace the holiday ...
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Step right up: join our circus themed summer party
This summer, we brought magic and wonder to our Helen & Douglas House families. For the first time ever, our annual summer party ...
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The Keepsake Circle: Using music to navigate grief
Supporting bereaved families At Helen & Douglas House, we care for the entire family, from diagnosis to symptom control and pain ...
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We need to raise £6 million each year to care for local terminally ill children at the hospice and at home.