Latest news from Hospice UK

Read all our latest news, and stories showcasing the best of hospice and end of life care.

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Human rights in end of life care.

18 November 2020

The importance of human rights in end of life care

Jacqui Graves, Human Rights Lead at Sue Ryder, tells us how the pandemic has highlighted the importance of respecting the individual rights of patients at the end of life.

Healthcare professional

16 November 2020

Understanding the spectrum of autism

We speak to Dawn Stirk at Rowcroft Hospice about understanding the spectrum of autism in end of life care.

Nita Rogers and Heather Richardson, Trustee and Joint Chief Executive respectively at St Christopher’s Hospice

16 October 2020

Working towards a fully inclusive hospice

Nita Rogers and Heather Richardson at St Christopher’s Hospice in London, tell us about addressing discrimination and promote inclusivity.

Joanne, St Ann’s Hospice

08 October 2020

Addressing the needs of Manchester’s homeless population

Joanne Brown from St Ann’s Hospice tells us about setting up a service for people experiencing homelessness in Greater Manchester.

Reverenf Paula Graham

26 August 2020

“The more I explore religions, the less boundaries I see”

Reverend Paula Graham from Saint Francis Hospice in Essex reflects on how the hospice welcomes everyone, regardless of beliefs.

Homeless centre

19 August 2020

A dignified death when homeless

Alison Colclough at St Luke’s Hospice in Cheshire, writes about how they supported Jason, a man with a terminal illness who was experiencing homelessness.