Posts By: Catherine Turnbull

Shop volunteer in blue jumper placing a book on shelf in non-fiction section.

Cheers to volunteers

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03 June 2024 Our volunteers will be tucking into thank you treats all this week as part of a national celebration to recognise the contribution they make to local communities. This year we are marking our 35th anniversary, so our support for National Volunteers’ Week this year has even more significance. Volunteers have been central… Read more »

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Welcoming visitors at our open gardens

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14 May 2024 Gardeners and plant lovers are being invited to two special days this month as we open our gates to our award-winning gardens. The hospice sites at both Telford and Shrewsbury will be open for visitors to explore and enjoy our extensive grounds that have been designed especially to create a comforting, calming… Read more »

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Lawley shop celebrates tenth anniversary

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Loyal customers of our Lawley shop have been thanked for raising more than £1 million for hospice care as we celebrate our tenth birthday in the town. Severn Hospice supporters, volunteers and local shoppers joined the birthday party to mark a decade since our doors opened for the first time. We have to raise £2… Read more »

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Fond farewell to retiring ward clerk

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The welcoming face of a hospice ward has bid farewell to colleagues after almost a quarter century service. Severn Hospice’s much-loved Shirley Gennoe started at the hospice back in 2000 as a volunteer and shortly after became a part-time ward clerk for the charity that cares for those living with incurable illness. Since then, Shirley,… Read more »

100 roles, one team

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Job seekers, school leavers and graduates are being invited to two special days that could change their lives. We are hosting two career days to shine a spotlight on all the roles and careers that ensure we are able to provide vital care and support to 3,000 local people each year. The fairs, which are… Read more »

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Could you volunteer with us?

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We are looking for new recruits to join our army of volunteers and are hosting two open days to show how people can help. “It’s the most rewarding resolution you can make for a new year,” said Samantha Bragg, who is looking after our volunteer drive. “Our volunteers are so important to us and are… Read more »

Staff and volunteers with Christmas gifts and clothes

Shoppers encouraged to re-love the pre-loved this Christmas

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Shoppers are being urged to celebrate the spirit of Christmas by making second-hand their first choice as they get ready for the festive season. Our retail teams from our 31 community shops across Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid Wales are gearing up for a busy time in the lead up to Christmas. Turn gifts… Read more »

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Celebrating our Hospice Stars

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Staff were recognised at our annual Hospice Stars Awards which celebrate commitment, passion and outstanding achievements.   At a celebratory awards lunch, the winning individuals and teams were revealed and presented with special Hospice Star trophies and certificates. Each year the awards are an opportunity for colleagues to nominate each other and shine a light… Read more »

Celebrating our people during Hospice Care Week

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With more than 300 staff and one thousand volunteers we are celebrating our people during a national campaign in support of hospice care. This week (9-15 October) is Hospice Care Week, and we’re shining a local spotlight on the range teams from across the organisation who work every day to provide hospice specialist and compassionate… Read more »

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Festive raffle launches for 2023

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While Christmas may be 13 Mondays away, we are already getting in the festive groove. Tickets for our Christmas raffle have gone on sale with a jackpot prize of £5,000. Each year we hold two raffles – one in the summer and the other at Christmas. Support The care and support we give to thousands… Read more »