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Urgent smartphone appeal

April 7th, 2020

Help prevent loneliness and isolation among our patients by donating your unwanted smartphones to the Hospice. We help some of…

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The search for spiritual meaning during COVID-19

April 6th, 2020

St John and St Elizabeth Hospital is quite remarkable in having a beautiful 158-year-old Catholic chapel at its core –…

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The Importance Of Making A Will

April 2nd, 2020

From 27th April to 10th May, St. John’s Hospice will be holding their annual Make a Will Fortnight. During this…

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St John’s Hospice puts measures in place to protect patients and staff during Coronavirus pandemic

March 27th, 2020

This is our current status at the time of writing, 27th March 2020. We ask you to bear with us…

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Occupational Therapy: bringing meaning to patients’ lives

March 16th, 2020

At St John’s Hospice, it’s extremely important to us that we help ensure patients in palliative care are able to…

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Ensuring Our Patients Are Always Given The Best Nutrition & Hydration

March 13th, 2020

When people aren’t feeling well, their appetite often falls by the wayside. However, it’s no secret that to support healthy…

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The importance of mental health in palliative care

February 19th, 2020

In recent years awareness surrounding mental health issues and their impact on overall health has increased. The latest studies suggest…

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The hospice ambulance: reducing isolation and improving quality of life

February 11th, 2020

For housebound patients, the hospice ambulance service provides a vital link to the outside world – allowing them the dignity…

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Child Bereavement: Helping the Young Cope with Loss

February 5th, 2020

Loss is tough for anyone but it can be especially hard for children who often find it difficult to accept…

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