Hospice Care Week on People of St Wilfrid's

Throughout Hospice Care Week (5th-11th October), members of staff and volunteers shared what it means to them to work at St Wilfrid's Hospice.

Jenna Stringer, In Memory Co-ordinator

Janki Patel, Clinical Pharmacist

Hannah Hildreth, Community Fundraiser

Karen Blaker, Registered Nurse

Carole Henderson, Volunteer

Kathryn Sutter, Trusts Fundraiser

Rochelle Bernstein, Volunteer

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Walker on Flooring support St Wilfrid’s Hospice

Local flooring company, Walker on Flooring are now supporting St Wilfrid's Hospice. We met them in their new showroom to talk about what the hospice means to them.
Adult Bereavement Services Co-ordinator

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bereavement Service Co-ordinator to join the team at St Wilfrid’s Hospice. Your role will be to co-ordinate and deliver the bereavement service available to those adults bereaved under the care of the hospice as well as adult bereaved in the community
Association of Carers

Supports unpaid Carers in East Sussex by providing free, high-quality, volunteer-led services that encourage independence and reduce isolation.
SSAFA - The Armed Forces Charity, Eastbourne & Wealden

SSAFA acts on behalf of the service charities covering the Royal Navy, Army, and RAF in assisting serving members, veterans, and their families who are in need of support

Walker on Flooring support St Wilfrid’s Hospice

Local flooring company, Walker on Flooring are now supporting St Wilfrid's Hospice. We met them in their new showroom to talk about what the hospice means to them.
What an amazing year

Host Volunteer, Clem Jackson, shares his experience of the past year.
A day of care on our Inpatient Unit

We recently spoke to Nurses Oliver and Jessica, and Healthcare Assistants Amye and Elliesha to learn about what a typical day of care looks like for patients on our Inpatient Unit.
Harvey's head shave

On Sunday 23rd May 10-year-old Harvey Pegram shaved his head to raise money for St Wilfrid’s Hospice in memory of his great nan, Ivy.
Martin Watts is taking on the Marathon des Sables Half!

In September 2021, Martin Watts will be taking on the Marathon des Sables Half in Fuerteventura in memory of his father, Alan.
Mason beard shave in memory of best friend Derek

In March, Roger Phillips, a member of the Royal Connaught Masonic Lodge in Eastbourne, shaved off his beard in memory of his best friend and former lodge member Derek, who died under our care in 2020.
Seaford Community Shop volunteer donates £500 of jewellery

Since the death of her parents, Seaford Community Shop volunteer, Christine Bartholomew-Jones, has always had a strong connection with St Wilfrid’s, and she recently made a very generous donation.
Bringing end of life care closer to you

In 2017 we implemented our five-year strategy, ‘Closer to You’, to provide more care and support closer to where people live. Four years in, we look at what we have achieved so far.
Meeting your psychological and practical needs – Dying Matters Awareness Week 2021

During Dying Matters Awareness Week 2021, we spoke to Hospice Social Workers, Michael Geary and Sophie Bishop and Counselling Services Lead, Ella Williams to find out how they make sure that patients' and families' practical and psychological needs are met.
Delivering care in the community - Dying Matters Awareness Week 2021

This week (10th - 16th May 2021) is Dying Matters Awareness Week, focusing on the importance of being in a good place to die. With studies showing that more people than ever are dying at home in the UK, we speak to Community Nurse Specialist, Olivia Beeney-Bennett about the care that is delivered by the St Wilfrid’s Community Nursing Team.

Volunteering with St Wilfrid's

Our volunteers are at the heart of our charity work as a hospice and play a vital role in everything we do. Without their time and generosity, we would not be able to provide our services to patients and their families Read more

Ruby celebrations

Our 40^th Anniversary Year is here! Find out how we are celebrating your support and how you can get involved Read more

Our Community Links

Creating a vibrant community network across our catchment area by becoming a point of contact for your organisation or community group Read more

Starlight Stroll 2021

We are so excited to bring Starlight Stroll back to Eastbourne Seafront for the seventh year running, and we would love to invite you to join us on the 10^thJuly for a very special Starlight Stroll Read more

Adult Bereavement Services Co-ordinator

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bereavement Service Co-ordinator to join the team at St Wilfrid’s Hospice. Your role will be to co-ordinate and deliver the bereavement service available to those adults bereaved under the care of the hospice as well as adult bereaved in the community Read more