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We like to keep you up to date with the latest news form the hospices, events and winners stories. If you have a story or event you would like to share with us please do get in touch, we love to hear from our members.

New syringe drivers thanks to Farnham Institute

Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care has recently received a cheque for £3,000 from The Farnham Institute Charity, who have donated the money to pay for three new syringe drivers. The Farnham

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With a spark of courage hot-stepping heroes took on the Fire Walk

A crisp and cold November evening acted as the perfect backdrop as some very brave ‘soles’ gathered at Chiswick Park to take on a walk with a difference – the Shooting Star Children’s

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Scott’s Story – Supported by Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice

Karen’s husband Scott was 49 when he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, and he was admitted to the Hospice on 22nd December.   “I drove Scott here myself,” says Karen. “When

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George’s Story – Supported by Shooting Star Children’s Hospices

Up until the age of seven, George was living like any other healthy child, until one morning in 2010 when mum Nicky and dad Phil found their son lying in bed awake, but unable to move or

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Farnham In Bloom Award for Hospice Gardeners

“We would like to congratulate all of our wonderful gardening volunteers, who truly deserve this award,” On Thursday 10th October, Phyllis Tuckwell’s volunteer gardeners were awarded ‘The

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Celebrating the Lives of Loved Ones

On Monday 2nd December, Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care will be holding its annual Light up a Life service, to remember those close to our hearts who are no longer with us and to celebrate their

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Christopher’s Open Day

Christopher’s, the Shooting Star Guildford hospice opened its doors last week to welcome 80 guests to its annual Open Day. The day is held to give people in the community a chance to come and

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Christmas Fun Runs for Ho-Ho-Hospice Care

The nights are drawing in and there’s a bit of a nip in the air, which can only mean one thing – Christmas is on the way! Why not get yourself in the festive spirit by signing up for one of

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Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen brings his trademark style to Battersea

Laurence showed the flamboyant and dapper suits and shirts he’d kindly donated to the Battersea Shooting Star Children's Hospices Charity Shop. News from Shooting Star Children's Hospices: On

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Are you looking to secure a two-year placement with Phyllis Tuckwell?

The deadline is fast approaching for applications for the Student Counsellor Recruitment Day which Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care is holding on Saturday November 9th. The Recruitment Day is for

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