News and stories

David Fletcher steps up as our new Chief Executive following the departure of Dr Richard Soulsby, who led our charity for 27 years.

Katharine House Hospice has received a 5-star food hygiene rating this year, matching the top score it achieved last year.

Mike Smith already volunteers his time and expertise as a trustee. Now, he’s taking that support further by joining our Retail Board, helping ensure our charity shops continue to fund care for local families.

Emma Yates brings over 20 years’ experience in retail and income generation, and she has recently joined our Retail Board to support the vital role our shops play in funding care for local families.

After seeing the care his mum received, Paul Harris wanted to make a difference. Now he's doing just that a Retail non-executive Director.

After almost three decades leading our charity, Richard will leave Katharine House Hospice on 8 May to begin a new chapter at the Hospice of the Good Shepherd in Chester.

Over the past year, our volunteer phone support service has helped patients and carers feel less isolated while preventing avoidable hospital admissions. Now, we’re expanding the service to reach more people, earlier in their illness.

After receiving care at our Therapy & Wellbeing Centre, Paul was inspired to get more involved.

Read our Q&A with new charity trustee, Helen Reeves