How we care for mind, body, and spirit: Richard’s Story
Richard recently died peacefully on the hospice's In-Patient Unit. Before his death, he was a devoted supporter of the hospice, speaking of St Margaret's with warmth and gratitude.
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Updates about our hospice, as well as testimonies about our care from families, patients and friends.
Richard recently died peacefully on the hospice's In-Patient Unit. Before his death, he was a devoted supporter of the hospice, speaking of St Margaret's with warmth and gratitude.
Michael, 88, from Dunster, shares his gratitude for the care he’s received from St Margaret’s Hospice.
Mother and son, Kath and Jack, remember their beloved husband and father Rob – a man who lived with joy, loved the stars, and found comfort in his final days at the hospice.
Jackie's final wish was to scratch a donkey's back. The hospice made it happen.
In the final days of her life, Tess shared a wish - she wanted to go to the beach again.
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.
"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.”