One of our dear patients Chris Hunt, 72, who is with us receiving palliative care and treatment for Cancer at Weston Hospicecare told us that his wish is to experience a last ride in Weston as a lifelong biker. We have been in touch with our local biker community and they have stepped up to organise an impromptu meet this weekend in Weston. (Chris Hunt with bike) We are expecting many bikers at Weston Hospicecare, Jackson Barstow House this weekend (14 April) to take Chris out on a trike to experience his love of biking and being outdoors. His wife Di will accompany him and several family me ..read more

This year, marathon runner Danny Street is set to complete the Tokyo, Paris, London, and Chicago marathons all in support of North Somerset-based Weston Hospicecare. Danny is part of a team of directors at local motor company Howards Motor Group, that are supporting Weston Hospicecare. He has been running since 2015 when he completed his very first half marathon and has not looked back. Danny has since completed an impressive number of 28 marathons to total and achieved his 4-star medal. This accomplishment is awarded to those who have completed four of the six major marathon races across the ..read more

We’re only a few weeks away from our annual Rugby Ramble, taking place on Saturday 9th March 2024, sponsored by Thatchers Cider! Hundreds of people join in every year, and we cannot wait for the big day next month! It isn’t too late to sign up for the upcoming event and register here. The Rugby Ramble, formerly known as the Men’s March, is a 10-mile charity walk that starts at the Grand Pier at Weston-Super-Mare. Attendees will journey along the coastline, through Weston Woods, and ending back at the Grand Pier. We recently caught up with Glynn Smith, an annual Rugby Ramble attendee, to talk t ..read more

A lady from Wrington who is taking part in Weston Hospicecare’s Strictly Fun Dancing next month has said the hospice helped her family at a time of need. Strictly Fun Dancing sees amateur couples train for ten weeks to learn ballroom dancing with professional teachers from Salsa Vida prior to taking part in a Grand Finale. Penny Gunter’s husband Malcolm was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in May 2017. Roughly a year later, he died after spending just a few hours at Weston Hospicecare’s In-patient Unit (IPU). He had care by the now Hospice Community Nursing Manager, Gwen Harding, prior to ..read more

Introduction A daughter from Somerset has shared her story with Weston Hospicecare about the care for her mum, who was being cared for terminal cancer. Teri McDonald, from Somerset, says “The hospice is an angel service and you’ll never be disappointed, ever!” after the charity cared for her mum, Mandy, before her death in November 2022. This week, Hospice Care Week (The same week as  our Blue for You campaign), Teri explains how the hospice not only met the needs of her mum but cared for the entire family. Throughout the week, in conjunction with Hospice Care Week and Blue for You, we wi ..read more

Introduction A daughter from Somerset has shared her story with Weston Hospicecare about the care for her mum, who was being cared for terminal cancer. Teri McDonald, from Somerset, says “The hospice is an angel service and you’ll never be disappointed, ever!” after the charity cared for her mum, Mandy, before her death in November 2022. This week, Hospice Care Week (The same week as  our Blue for You campaign), Teri explains how the hospice not only met the needs of her mum but cared for the entire family. Throughout the week, in conjunction with Hospice Care Week and Blue for You, we wi ..read more

Weston Hospicecare are delighted that businesses throughout Worle High Street have backed the Blue for You initiative. Blue for you is a fundraising awareness campaign which runs parallel to Hospice UK‘s Hospice Care Week. Abi Smart, Community Fundraiser, says “A huge thank you to everyone in Worle High Street for getting stuck in to Blue for You. “A big thanks to WMUK Mobility, Lloyds Bank, Renew 193, Mr Beans, NK TeamWear, Muffins, The Malthouse, Broskis, The Old Kings Head, Home Instead, Mayfair, Astills, Headlines, Worle Florists and everyone else who is supporting us! “I’m thrilled by the ..read more

Weston Hospicecare are delighted that businesses throughout Worle High Street have backed the Blue for You initiative. Blue for you is a fundraising awareness campaign which runs parallel to Hospice UK‘s Hospice Care Week. Abi Smart, Community Fundraiser, says “A huge thank you to everyone in Worle High Street for getting stuck in to Blue for You. “A big thanks to WMUK Mobility, Lloyds Bank, Renew 193, Mr Beans, NK TeamWear, Muffins, The Malthouse, Broskis, The Old Kings Head, Home Instead, Mayfair, Astills, Headlines, Worle Florists and everyone else who is supporting us! “I’m thrilled by the ..read more

Today, Friday 29 September, has been a momentous day in Weston Hospicecare’s 30 year plus history.  As announced this morning, work has been underway over the past few months to refurbish the day service facilities. Click here to read more. Jen Wakefield, Day Services Manager, wrote in the special event programme… “The new treatment rooms are already in good use, with physiotherapy outpatients being scheduled and clinical reviews by our doctor and nurse for Day Hospice patients. “Enrichment activities have been introduced in the new setting, so far we’ve had live music from a local singer ..read more

Weston Hospicecare has today (29 September) officially opened its new Day Services facility within Jackson-Barstow House in Uphill following a major redevelopment. The move will transform care in the region by providing patients with improved access to specialist care and quality of support after a life-limiting illness diagnosis. The Day Services allow patients to visit the hospice weekly and have access to a range of activities, complementary therapies, specialist information and advice, medical consultations, and peer support. The charity has made huge changes to its Day Services setting by ..read more