News and stories

Remembering loved ones and celebrating their lives were at the heart of Walk to Remember at Shugborough Estate on Saturday, 26 September.

When Michelle Walters thinks about our hospice, she doesn’t just remember the exceptional care her family received. She remembers the laughter, music and kindness that helped them through two of the hardest times of their lives.

For our Supporter Care Officer Carla, Walk to Remember is an opportunity to honour three very special people. She’ll be walking alongside ten close friends to remember her Mum, Cherryl, and her friends Kate and Alan, while raising vital funds for our charity.

A Staffordshire schoolgirl who organised a tea party in memory of her dad, is inspiring others to do the same.

Around 140 guests joined comedian, novelist and broadcaster Jenny Eclair at Aston Marina near Stone for our very first Bubbles & Blooms lunch – an afternoon filled with laughter, dining and fundraising.

Stafford mum Victoria Emery is auctioning around 50 of her favourite dresses to support our hospice, as a thank you for the care she receives while living with a rare incurable illness.

Jeremy and his family took part in Walk to Remember last year and have already signed up for this September’s event.

Carter took on swimming, cycling and running challenges to raise funds for our hospice after seeing the support his grandad, David and family received. 

Gaynor and her family return to Walk to Remember each year in memory of husband Adrian, cared for by Katharine House. The event has become a treasured family tradition.