When a Hospice Closes Its Doors: The Richard House Story and Why It Matters
In December 2025, Richard House Children’s Hospice in East London closed its doors for the last time. After 25 years of caring for seriously ill children and their families, the hospice simply ran out of money. We can’t let this happen again.
Why Are Hospices Closing Beds? The UK Funding Crisis Explained
Why are hospices across the UK closing beds and cutting services? We explain the funding crisis, what it means for families, and how you can help.
New Year, New Ways to Fundraise: Fresh Ideas for 2026
There’s something about January that makes us pause and think. Maybe it’s the quiet after the festivities, or the blank pages of a new calendar. Whatever it is, many of us find ourselves wondering: what could I do this year that really matters?
Finding Comfort: How Hospices Support Families at Christmas
Christmas is a time when many of us think about what truly matters. Whether you have five minutes or five hours, a few pounds or a bit more to spare, here are twelve ideas that can make a genuine difference.
12 Ways to Give Back This Christmas
Christmas is a time when many of us think about what truly matters. Whether you have five minutes or five hours, a few pounds or a bit more to spare, here are twelve ideas that can make a genuine difference.
What is Palliative Care? Understanding Support for Serious Illness
What Is Palliative Care? Understanding Hospice Care in the UK If someone you love has received a serious diagnosis, you might be hearing terms like “palliative care” and “hospice care” for the first time. It’s completely normal to feel uncertain about what these words actually mean – which is exactly why we’ve written this […]
What do hospices actually do? A guide to hospice care in the UK
Hospices are places where people live well with life-limiting illnesses, where families find support and respite, and where expert teams work to improve quality of life at every stage. Here’s what hospices really do.
Kenneth’s Remarkable 101st Birthday Walk
When Kenneth Essex decided to celebrate his 101st birthday, he didn’t just blow out candles on a cake. Instead, this remarkable centenarian laced up his walking shoes and set himself a challenge: 10 kilometres in 10 days to support hospices across the UK.