Every day, we strive to bring comfort and support to patients and their loved ones. Our nurses, doctors, volunteers and many more pull together to make specialist hospice care a reality within our local community. People are the core of Katharine House, and here are just a few of their stories.
"We had time together, comfort and dignity."
When Ken’s wife, Linda, needed end of life care, they were both relieved to find help and comfort from our charity.
"The hospice book club helps us cope."
Our outpatient book club has flourished, bringing readers together to share books, friendship, and support.
With our help Alan's busier than ever
Daughter Lorraine has peace of mind now Dad Alan has lots to look forward to with regular activities and new friendships.
Our care helps Kathleen's garden grow
Thanks to our care Kathleen can enjoy precious time tending her allotment, which is a vital part of her wellbeing.
Family cherish special memory
Ann Goodfellow attends her daughter’s wedding blessing in our hospice gardens.
Patient to volunteer
After receiving care, Paul joins wellbeing sessions, volunteers, and brings his assistance dog Luna to brighten everyone’s day.
Wendy's art from the heart
In thanks for our care Wendy Coghlan has crafted a collection of diamond art for our charity.
Ant Morgan
Ant Morgan ran the London Marathon raising almost £2,000 for us. Eight months later his dad, Terence, received our care.
Patient Victoria's scuba diving dream comes true
Victoria was able to go scuba diving thanks to our help.
Alison
After being diagnosed with an incurable condition in 2017, Alison was lost and confused – until she discovered our hospice.
Angels without wings
"You've all given me hope"
Michelle Wright shares her story of how she has benefitted from our care.
Mel Mahon
Mel, 39, shares how we’re helping her cope with incurable cancer and how her sons are fundraising for our charity.
"I didn't know where to turn for help"
Janet shares how counselling sessions helped her with a cancer diagnosis.
Joseph Kelly
"I have my social life back"
Christmas at the hospice
Angela shares what it was like for her mum, Marie, and family to spend Christmas at the hospice.
Amy Hollinshead
Ryan tells story of his sister, Amy, who he lost when she was just 38. And how over £25,000 was raised in Amy’s memory.
Chris and Tony Ashton
Chris Ashton tells us how our Hospice at Home team helps her and her husband, Reverend Tony, feel safe.
Dr Bernadette Sharp
Tim tells the story of his mother’s care journey and of the support received by their family.
Jean and Don Perkin
Ivan Bradbury
Why retired woodwork teacher, Ivan, is carving wooden hearts for our patients and families.
Jane's Parents
Jane’s father struggled to care for his wife throughout nights. Then everything changed with some at home support.
Barbara Wardle
Barbara was supported at home before staying at our in-patient unit and shares her experience.
Julie & Martin
Julie reflects on 24 glorious years of marriage to Martin, and their final year together at home, creating memories.
Alison
Alison Buckley tells ITN News what Katharine House Hospice means to her and the importance of supporting your local hospice.
Patrick Harvey
Pat’s son, Matt, tells of his Dad’s comfort thanks to hospice care and of family efforts fundraise in his memory.
Holly
Holly shares the experience of her family and her father, who stayed with us at our in-patient unit.