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When Harbhajan Kaur Seera, lovingly known as Mama died at the age of 86, her family lost the heart of their home. Mama’s warmth, kindness and laughter touched …
Chris, 69, from Bexleyheath, is living with throat cancer. This summer, he spent three weeks on the hospice inpatient unit, The Woodland Ward, before returning…
Lucy was full of life, with a cheeky smile and a dimple that made her laugh even brighter. She loved her clothes, holidays, and always made sure she looked imm…
In a heartfelt tribute to his late daughter-in-law, Victoria, Luigi has set out on a remarkable challenge to virtually cycle 15,000 kilometres from the UK to A…
As part of our Garden of Memories appeal, on Sunday 20 July, our hospice garden was filled with quiet moments of reflection, as families, friends and members o…
Kevin O’Boyle died at the hospice last October, aged 57. His wife, Jo, kindly took the time to tell us all about him and of the memories the pair made …
After joining his local Junior Park Run and spotting our leaflet, Thomas knew he wanted to take part in the Hospice Mini Marathon. Since then, he’s inspired hi…
This April 2025, Lee will take on the London Marathon in memory of his mum, Jayne, and his brother, Trevor, who both lost their lives to bowel cancer far too …
Michael Reape died at the hospice, having been supported at home by our Community Team. His wife, Liz kindly took the time to tell us about their experiences.N…
When John Hatchman was diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder, three days before turning 50, life turned upside down for the whole family. But the persona…
When Tracy Clifton was diagnosed with a rare type of cancer her family and friends were left reeling. How, they wondered, could someone so active and full of l…
Change a life through friendship, connection and communityHave you heard about Compassionate Neighbours? It’s a programme that introduces trained volunteers wi…
Sandie, 76, moved to Thamesmead with her husband in 1974, and has been in the same house ever since. “I can’t complain,” she laughs. “We’ve got everything here…
We had the pleasure of talking with David Linton, 84 and his wife, Christine, whilst David was staying on our hospice ward. He was soon to be going back to …
Rehabilitation and Wellbeing is a less well known service that the hospice provides. Our team works with patients to help them to regain or maintain their abil…
11 September 2026
Community, Hospice
11 September 2026Today, MPs voted against the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, meaning the Bill will not progress further through Parliament.We know …
10 July 2026
Hospice
A powerful new photo essay published in the medical journal The Lancet is offering an intimate look at the work of the hospice and our staff and volunteers.Cre…
9 June 2026
Community, Fundraising, Supporters
Community Hospice celebrated the incredible volunteers who give their time, skills and compassion to support patients, families and colleagues across Greenwich…
18 May 2026
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Debbie Marsh as our new Director of Nursing and Quality.This important leadership role brings together nursing …
13 May 2026
The Community Hospice Mini Marathon returned this May with a powerful show of local support and sold out a week before the event.
15 April 2026
Today, Hospice UK is launching a national Fair Funding campaign, with hospices across the country coming together to call on the government to provide more sus…
