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“In order to fulfil my promise to her, I look for as many ways as possible to remember her. The Memory Tree was the root and branch of that.”

Dave is taking on the 30 mile Ultra Hike in memory of his stepdad, Jon: a one-of-a-kind man.

Hazel was cared for by St Margaret's at the end of her life. Her mum, Annie, and her childhood best friend, Dawn, are forever grateful for the care that she received.

Earlier this month, a touching wish from a patient at our In-Patient Unit (IPU) in Taunton captured the hearts of staff, volunteers, and the wider community.

“No one should have to go through this, but many people do,” says Alison. "I want to raise funds so more people can experience the care we did: so that more people can have a cuddle bed, like us.” 

"From the cleaners who always stopped to ask how we were and made Mum giggle, to the chefs who gave us countless puddings, to the unbelievably talented nurses, doctors, and HCAs who formed special connections with Mum—we can’t thank you enough. Thank you from all of our hearts for providing Mum with the most peaceful end-of-life care.”

Hospice care is often perceived as medical support and symptom management in the final stage of life. But for many of our patients it’s about living well — comfort, companionship, dignity. Ultimately, for Eileen, it was about the fulfilment of a lifelong passion: dancing.

"John would be so proud of us. Helping others smile, even in their darkest times, has helped me heal. And Lola? She’s not just a therapy dog—she’s my hero.”

"You don’t have to do it all alone. And you don’t have to wait until you’re at breaking point to ask for help. Hospice care is there to make life better, even when time is limited.”