News and stories

People are at the heart of everything we do. Here you'll find our latest news alongside the stories of the patients, families, volunteers and staff who make Katharine House Hospice what it is.

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A group of people standing next to a wooden stake that encourages people to take time to pause, relfect and think of the things that are precious to them.

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Shugborough partnership opens new path to wellbeing

10/10/2025

Open to the public, this signposted wellbeing walk will also be used by our staff to support patients, their families and loved ones.

Innovation

Older gentleman in wheelchair with large friendly dog sitting by his side.

News, Stories

From patient to volunteer

03/10/2025

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

TV presenter, Charles Hanson, does the classic BBC Bargain Hunt kick with care staff in front of the new Katharine House Hospice Collectables shop.

News

Record sales for Collectables shop in new town centre home

15/08/2025

Our much-loved Collectables shop has smashed its sales record after moving to larger premises in Stafford town centre.

Shops

Shop window decals say 'Thank you, Stafford'.

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A new chapter for Collectables

01/08/2025

Our much-loved Collectables shop is turning the page with a move to larger premises in Stafford town centre.

Shops

A man holding his daschund dog and a woman stands next to them, smiling to camera.

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Photographer’s picture perfect tribute

21/07/2025

Dennis Bates, a local award-winning photographer, has donated some of his work to our charity as a thank you for the care his wife received and to honour her memory.

A young woman sitting outside on a sunny day.

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Student finds her calling as volunteer counsellor

03/06/2025

While studying a Master’s degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy at Keele University, 24-year-old Crewe resident Lucy applied for a counselling placement with us.