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Inspiring stories from in and around the hospice community
When Nancy lost her mum, Jeannie, in November 2025, she wanted to find a meaningful way to say thank you.
After losing his wife, Fenella, Martin signed up for Community Hospice's Sahara Trek in her memory. What began as a fundraising challenge became a journey of friendship, strength and purpose.
Emily’s garden is a colourful outdoor space shaped through upcycling and a love of nature. As a host for the Open Gardens Festival, Emily shares a peaceful garden filled with handmade mosaic features, wildlife, ponds and recycled treasures.
Zohreh is one of the hosts for the Open Garden Festival. She has thoughtfully created a charming garden that showcases how creativity and a love of nature can transform any garden.
Six-year-old Harry from Kent is preparing to lace up his trainers and take on this year’s Hospice Mini Marathon alongside his mum Charlotte and his nan Sue.Har…
When Colin Campbell’s partner Tracy was cared for by the hospice, it changed everything for them both (Read about it here).Now, Colin has chosen to leave a gif…
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…
Anushka and her two sons, Aidan, 9, and Arun, 7, from Sidcup, were supported by the hospice in 2024 as Anushka’s husband and the boys’ dad, Mike, died at home …
Megan Bassett, from Bexley, Kent, will be taking part in a five-day trek in the Sahara Desert in November 2024 to raise vital funds for Greenwich & Bexley …
Ella, a creative and Slimming World Consultant from Erith, first got involved with our hospice when she decided to take on the Sahara Trek. After raising more …
For many people, until they experience hospice care their understanding of what a hospice does is limited.One of the aims of our new look and feel is to raise …
Terminal illness has a far reaching impact, and if someone close to you is dying, looking out for your wellbeing is important too. Kevin spent time at the h…
Vicki died at the hospice in April 2024 but that didn’t stop her organising an epic fundraiser first.At 45, Vicki had been a dedicated physiotherapist for over…
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…
