Like many people, St Mary’s Hospice has touched the life of Kirsty Parkinson in a way she’ll never forget. Kirsty has always known about the hospice and the services we offer but experienced it all first hand when her dad, Eddie, was cared for on the in-patient unit in 2022. For years, Kirsty has fundraised …
A FAMILY-owned car dealership has pledged its support to St Mary’s Hospice – by offering to supply vehicles at cost price. When the need arose for a new car to ensure the Hospice at Home team could deliver their vital services, Matt Johnson Prestige stepped in. And managing director Matt has pledged to help whenever …
We’re thrilled to announce that after our community engagement event in Barrow Market last October, we have officially chosen a new name and logo for our Compassionate Communities service! Introducing the St Mary’s Hospice Community Hub, our newly renamed center is ready to serve the community with its fantastic signs now proudly displayed. We want …
Disco Ball Fest Exciting News! Are you ready to kick off 2024 in style? Join us for the Largest Clubbercise Class at Disco Ball Fest in Barrow! 💃🌐 This fully inclusive event welcomes everyone, regardless of ability. Even if you prefer a seated option, we’ve got you covered with a dedicated area. Plus, there’s …
We are overjoyed to once again express our gratitude for the incredible turnout we had at our Light Up A Life Services this year. The services were truly touching and heartwarming, thanks to all the amazing attendees and performers. Your presence and involvement made it a special and unforgettable occasion as we honored and remembered …
Our Living Well Team hosted an amazing Compassionate Christmas Event on Friday, December 9th. This was open to patients, clients, and their families who had a fantastic time socializing and enjoying the entertainment. The highlight was the outstanding performance by the AGE UK Choir and the lovely Brisbane Park Infant School, who mesmerized …
Our amazing retail team here at St Mary’s Hospice have launched a new Click & Collect system on Pictures and Prints! Click here to shop now! This service has had such a huge positive response so far, and the stock is being constantly replenished! So if you don’t see anything you like today, you can …
Tis the season of giving Eight out of every ten patients we care for are paid for via donations / voluntary income. Our services are free to use but not free to provide. This year for the first time ever, we are asking our community if they would buy us a gift this Christmas and …
A tree-mendous way to raise funds. As people around the region prepare for Christmas, St Mary’s Hospice is offering a way to ensure the gift giving doesn’t end on the big day. They’ve launched their annual tree recycling scheme, which helps local people get rid of their trees and has the added benefit of generating …
Last week we welcomed Mimi, Ross and Christine from Vattenfall to the Hospice. Vattenfall have been working closely with us at the hospice in funding a Clinical Skills Lab so we can train our staff and the community in the most up to date practice for palliative care. Nikki, our Practice Educator, said “I’m really, …
