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Jog on January
Jog on January is about doing just a little but enjoying it a lot! Set yourself a challenge to complete in January whilst raising money for Phyllis Tuckwell to help us care for more patients and
Read moreIce skating fun at Hampton Court Palace
Last week supported families embraced the festive season by joining in at Hampton Court Palace for a special evening of ice skating fun. Imogen's parents said, "For the first time, in
Read moreShooting Star Children’s Hospices launch Christmas tree collection
Shooting Star Children's Hospice have announced their first ever local Christmas tree collection and recycling service. In return for a small donation, which will go towards us supporting
Read moreGet Festive with Christmas Lights Tour
Get in the festive mood with Phyllis Tuckwell’s spectacular Christmas Lights Tour! Phyllis Tuckwell has compiled a selection of some of the best Christmas house light displays across West
Read moreLight up a Life with Phyllis Tuckwell
On Sunday 4th December we come together to remember loved ones in Phyllis Tuckwell's annual Light up a Life service. Throughout the service, we will sing carols, listen to readings and watch as
Read moreJake’s story – supported by Shooting Star Children’s Hospices
When Jake was just two, his parents, Karen and Scott, were told their middle child had a metabolic disorder fucosidosis and wouldn’t live past his 5th birthday. Now, with Jake aged 16, mum Karen
Read moreCliff’s Story – supported by Phyllis Tuckwell
“You get the most wonderful feeling when you go to the Hospice,” says Cliff, one of our Living Well patients, and his wife Janet agrees. “It’s a warm, cheerful, caring, happy place. You
Read moreAnais’ story – supported by Shooting Star Children’s Hospices
Nine-year-old Anais has been supported by Shooting Star Children’s Hospices since she was two months old. Anais comes to the hospice for respite stays, giving her a chance to play and enjoy all
Read moreRhona & Chris’ Story – supported by Phyllis Tuckwell
When Rhona’s husband, Chris, was diagnosed with terminal secondary bowel cancer, his GP and hospital referred him to Phyllis Tuckwell. They were contacted by one of our Clinical Nurse
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