02.12.2024 Hundreds of people gathered at our Shrewsbury hospice for a Christmas service to remember loved ones missed. The Severn Hospice Lights of Love service is held annually as an opportunity for the community to come together and be comforted in their memories. Our Shrewsbury hospice is transformed for the poignant occasion, with the event… Read more »
18.11.2024 Thousands of schoolchildren are donning antlers to join our festive fundraiser and supporting our care. Schools, nurseries, and sports clubs have given us an early Christmas present by signing up to our Rudolph Relay. The event, held for the first time last year, invites participants across Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and Mid Wales to… Read more »
7.11.2024 Severn Hospice has created a special Christmas keepsake for families remembering loved ones. Marking our 35th anniversary this year, Severn Hospice commissioned the ceramic stars for people to place on their Christmas trees in memory of those they miss. Meaningful Becky Richardson, our director of care, said: “Christmas is such a poignant time for… Read more »
31.10.2024 Supporters of a Severn Hospice have delivered an extra-large success after walking hundreds of sponsored miles together. In September, we challenged our supporters to ‘Walk in Our Shoes’ – matching the number of steps our nurses take each month to deliver care to patients. This would have been 300,000 steps over the month, but… Read more »
29.10.2024 Families who want to remember loved ones at the Lights of Love event are urged to not leave it too late to have their dedication included in a commemorative programme. In December, Severn Hospice will transform its Shrewsbury hospice grounds for the annual Lights of Love remembrance event. Its centrepiece will be a giant… Read more »
09.10.2024 A new garden area and ‘living sculpture’ have been created for relatives and friends to remember loved ones lost. Severn Hospice commissioned Maesbury Metals in Oswestry to create the sculpture that will hold ‘Hospice Hearts’ – tributes engraved with personal messages from families and friends. Taking inspiration from the heart flower Lamprocapnos spectabilis, a… Read more »
20.9.2024 Patients facing incurable illness in Shropshire will have improved access to vital medicines thanks to a special pharmacy network established with the support of Severn Hospice and the NHS. Severn Hospice collaborated with the NHS and community pharmacies to build a pharmacy network, supporting local patients receiving care for life-limiting illness. Having identified a… Read more »
4.9.24 Families who are missing loved ones are invited to a special service of remembrance which will see a communal Christmas tree lit up in celebration of those being remembered. Severn Hospice is hosting its annual Lights of Love service at its Shrewsbury hospice on Sunday 1 December. Shrewsbury Brass Band and Shrewsbury Male Voice… Read more »
30.08.2024 Shoppers in Welshpool have voted the Severn Hospice outlet as one of their favourites – and now our Welshpool shop is in the running for a top national award. Severn Hospice shop on High Street has been shortlisted for The UK’s Favourite Charity Shop Award. The new award is a part of the Charity… Read more »
Family raises vital funds for Severn Hospice in memory of Sarah 23 August 2024 When Sarah Thomas was diagnosed with cancer, her family knew they were facing one of the most challenging times of their lives. After receiving the news that no further treatment was possible, Sarah found comfort at Severn Hospice, and ever since,… Read more »
