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 »
04.10.24 A Shropshire woman who set out to walk 3,000 miles in 2024 after we cared for her partner is backing our latest fundraising campaign. This year, Aly Westbrook has scaled Scafell Pike, climbed Snowdon, walked many of Shropshire’s most beautiful hills and even taken on the might of Africa’s highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro. Cared… Read more »
23.09.24 We are celebrating gaining nationally recognised accreditation for the care we give to members of a marginalised community. We were recently awarded our Veteran Aware Accreditation which means we formally recognise our commitment to serving and former members of the Armed Forces. Award The award follows hot on the heels of the signing the… 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 »
13 August 2024 A substantial bequest to six healthcare charities has funded ground-breaking research and end-of- life care. David Ivor Jones of Aethnen, Llanfechain, Powys passed away aged 88 in 2018. His estate has now concluded, and in his will Ivor, as he was always known left a bequest to Severn Hospice and to five… Read more »
7 August 2024 Golf lovers are being urged to get in the swing and tee off in support of us at our inaugural corporate golf tournament. The golf day is set to take place on September 25 at the renowned Hawkstone Park Golf Club, Weston-under-Redcastle, Shrewsbury. Teams will take to the course to play 18… Read more »
26 July 2024 A Newport charity has helped Severn Hospice with a £3,000 donation to benefit local people living with incurable illness. The gift from the Roddam Charity to Severn Hospice is the latest in long years of support, and will be used for patients staying at our Telford site. Susie Foster, our trusts and… Read more »
