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We're a Hospice charity providing free specialist palliative & end of life care for local people. We need to raise over £14,632 every day to keep these running.

Strathcarron Hospice is here today for and because of the people of Forth Valley, Cumbernauld and Kilsyth. Every year, we provide care and support to over 1,400 people with a life-limiting illness or condition, at a time when both they and their family need it most. Our philosophy is about living until you die and we ensure people have every opportunity to achieve their goals right up until the la

st moment. Strathcarron is an independent hospice and all of our care is provided free of charge. Our services include a 24-bed inpatient unit, Day Care, Hospice@Home, Community Nurse Specialists and Lymphoedema clinic.

14/08/2026

Another Fantastic Community Roadshow today. Thank you!

As part of your local Hospice’s 45th anniversary year, Strathcarron Hospice has taken to the streets this summer with a series of community roadshows across Forth Valley and Cumbernauld and Kilsyth.

Staff and volunteers on hand throughout each roadshow to welcome visitors, answer questions, discuss Hospice services.

Four out of five patients supported by the Hospice are cared for in their own homes or within community settings, something this new initiative aims to make more visible and accessible.

The community van represents a significant step forward in breaking down barriers and misconceptions around hospice care. It will be used for a wide range of purposes, including raising awareness of services such as lymphoedema support and the Live Your Life Support Line, as well as offering informal opportunities for people to ask questions, supporting outreach activity, and attending local events.

Thank you for these conversations on Hospice Care.

13/08/2026

Sara (from our Compassionate Communities Team) and Ellen (from our Clinical Nurse Specialist team) had a wonderful day at Killin Highland Games on Wednesday 5th of August.

They arrived early with the community van and gazebo, definitely needed, as it was pouring! The rain didn’t stop the chat, fun and laughter though!

They met some wonderful people from around the world: America, Germany, France, Italy, Holland and of course the UK.

They enjoyed chatting, drinking tea, eating cakes baked by Strathcarron's very own Papermill cafe, and playing Connect 4 whilst they asked people the question, 'If you could connect with and have the help of 4 people, what would you do in your community?" There were lots of answers from setting up a maths club to setting up a train appreciation group. Some people chose to put the name of a loved one, they had lost, on the memory tree.

Both our Sara and Ellen said it was great to chat with people about local hospice care in the area they live.

They also spoke with a fair few people who live in Forth Valley and North Lanarkshire (including all of Sara's bookclub who came to say "hello" and eat cake!) and they had nothing but praise for the hospice that many of them know so well.

Delighted to have raised £1093.93, thank you Killin!

With thanks to Gingerbread Coffee Shop & Gifts, Deli Ecosse, Killin Coop,
Lochay Lounge, MacGregor's Community Store, Mhor 84 Motel, Pips Coffee House, The Real Food Cafe, and The River Inn for their support on the day.

12/08/2026

We would love for you to join us on our Strathcarron Hospice 10K 2026, our biggest fundraising event in our calendar!

Setting off from Denny High School, the race takes you around Denny & Bonnybridge covering a 10K route not far from the hospice itself. Whether you have never ran a 10K before or are a more serious athlete looking for their personal best, this is open to everyone aged 15+, and is an amazing opportunity to run a 10K and raise valuable funds for your local hospice at the same time!

Plus, in celebration of our 45th anniversary those who sign up for the 10K will receive a specially made medal!

Sign Up here - https://www.strathcarronhospice.net/Event/strathcarron-hospice-10k-2026

With thanks to our supporters who ensure this event is possible; Western Toyota Stirling, Lightways, LifeFit Wellness and Class One Traffic Management.

11/08/2026

What does Strathcarron mean to you?

For 45 years, Strathcarron Hospice has been part of the lives of thousands of people across Forth Valley, Cumbernauld and Kilsyth.

Now, two Scottish photographers are helping us tell that story through a new photography exhibition, Strathcarron Stories.

Award-winning photographer Margaret Mitchell, and Charles McGuigan have each created a new body of work exploring hospice care from two very different perspectives.

🩵 Inside the Hospice, Margaret’s Of Stillness and Care captures the people, moments and everyday objects through which care is given, shaped by conversations with patients, families, staff and volunteers.

👩‍❤️‍💋‍👩 Beyond the Hospice walls, Charles’ More Than a Building explores the communities, people and connections at the heart of hospice care. Today, more than 80% of Strathcarron’s specialist care is delivered in local communities.

Together, their photographs tell a bigger story: hospice care is about so much more than a building. It is about people, places, relationships and being there when it matters most.

And because Strathcarron’s story belongs to all of us, the exhibition will also feature video stories from patients, families, volunteers and staff, sharing what Strathcarron has meant to them.

✨ Strathcarron Stories will premiere at The Tolbooth Gallery, Stirling, from 13 November to 23 December, with thanks to the generous support of The Robertson Trust.

A preview of this exhibition can be seen at The Barracks Conference Centre as part of the Stirling Photography Festival, from 13th August to 26th September. The printing and framing of the collection was generously sponsored by The Robertson Trust.

There will also be opportunities to see a small preview of the work before the main exhibition, including at Forth Valley Royal Hospital from 2 to 7 October.

📍 27 August: Join Margaret, Charles and members of the Strathcarron team at The Barracks Conference Centre as part of Stirling Photography Festival for an insight into the project and the stories behind the photographs.

45 years. Thousands of stories. One community.

We can’t wait to share Strathcarron Stories with you: Read More Here: https://www.strathcarronhospice.net/news/award-winning-photographers-capture-45-years-of-local-hospice-care-in-strathcarron-stories-exhibition

The Barracks Conference Centre Tolbooth Stirling The Robertson Trust Stirling Photography Festival Artlink Central NHS Forth Valley Stirling Council

10/08/2026

🚗💙 £25,000 is helping keep our Hospice at Home team on the road.

Every day, our specialist team travels across Forth Valley, Cumbernauld and Kilsyth to care for people in the place they feel most at home, surrounded by the people and things they love.

Thanks to a generous £25,000 donation from McDonald’s in the Community Foundation, our Hospice at Home team’s mileage and travel costs will be covered for 2026/27.

That means our nurses and healthcare professionals can keep making the thousands of journeys needed to provide specialist care, support families and be there when people need us most.

Because every mile travelled represents another person supported. Another family reassured. Another hand held. Another conversation that brings comfort.

And, for many people, another day being cared for at home.

More than 80% of Strathcarron Hospice care is now delivered in the community, making our Hospice at Home team a vital part of how we support local people living with serious, often incurable illnesses.

A huge thank you to McDonald’s in the Community Foundation, whose support is helping our team keep caring for people in their own homes. 🙏

Together, we’re helping make sure no one has to face the end of life alone.

Every Mile Matters

08/08/2026

🤩 Check out this week's Saturday hot retail pics!

😍 Vintage dresses ... or designer jacket? Which is your favourite?

💨 They are out on our shop floors today - be fast before they are gone!

☎️ Please contact the store directly for availability and any further info about the items.

👗 We have a fantastic range of quality preloved and new with tags items in our Strathcarron Shops.

❤️ By shopping with us, you help us to continue our vital work - every pound makes a difference. Tag us in a photo if you buy one of our hot picks, we would love to see how you dress them.

07/08/2026

Another Fantastic Roadshow today. Thank you!

As part of its 45th anniversary year, Strathcarron Hospice is taking to the streets this summer with a series of community roadshows across Forth Valley and Cumbernauld and Kilsyth.

Following the launch of the Hospice’s new Community Bus by HRH The Princess Royal earlier this year, the “Caring Crew” initiative has already captured hearts locally, including through the involvement of St Francis Xavier Primary School pupil Anna McBride, from whose winning design will feature as part of the van’s branding, recognising the important role young people and communities play in shaping the future of Strathcarron Hospice care.

Our Hospice team now bringing the van directly into town centres and high streets to meet local people, start conversations around hospice care, and listen to what communities want and need from their local Hospice.

Staff and volunteers on hand throughout each roadshow to welcome visitors, answer questions, discuss Hospice services and share the charity’s new film, which highlights the care and support provided to patients and families across the region.

The roadshows have been in place the town centres of:
Stirling: Friday 5 June
Alloa: Friday 26 June
Falkirk: Friday 7 August

And next week:
Cumbernauld (Tesco): Friday 14 August

For 45 years, Strathcarron Hospice has provided specialist end of life care to those who need it most. While many people still associate hospice care with a building, the reality is that the majority of care already takes place beyond its walls.

Four out of five patients supported by the Hospice are cared for in their own homes or within community settings, something this new initiative aims to make more visible and accessible.

The community van represents a significant step forward in breaking down barriers and misconceptions around hospice care. It will be used for a wide range of purposes, including raising awareness of services such as lymphoedema support and the Live Your Life Support Line, as well as offering informal opportunities for people to ask questions, supporting outreach activity, and attending local events.

06/08/2026

10 weeks to go... and every step has a story. 💙

Meet Amy, our very own fundraiser, who is taking on the Strathcarron 10K this October.

After taking a break from running for a few years to have her little one, she's now lacing up her trainers again and proving that it's never too late to start.

She's running in memory of her beloved 'Wee Papa', who was cared for and supported by Strathcarron. She feel that he is behind her, motivating her to run every kilometer.

Over the next 10 weeks, she'll be sharing the highs, the lows, the training sessions and everything in between, hoping to inspire others to believe they can do it too.

Whether you're an experienced runner, a first-time 10K participant or thinking about taking your very first steps, there's still plenty of time to join us on Sunday 18 October.

Every step you take and every pound you raise helps Strathcarron Hospice continue providing specialist care and support to people and families across our local communities.

💙 Sign up today.
💙 Challenge yourself.
💙 Run for someone you love.
💙 Make every kilometer matter.

Who knows... in 10 weeks' time, you could be crossing the finish line too. Sign Up here - https://www.strathcarronhospice.net/Event/strathcarron-hospice-10k-2026

05/08/2026

🩵Hydration isn't just about drinking water...

When someone is living with a life-limiting illness, staying hydrated can become more difficult, but many people are surprised to learn that it isn't just water that helps.

Tea, coffee, milk, smoothies, soup and even jelly can all contribute towards keeping someone hydrated.

In this reel, one of our Specialist Dietitian shares some simple advice that could make a real difference.

🎙️ This is just a taster of what's to come in our new Strathcarron podcast, where our clinical experts will answer your questions about nutrition, hydration, swallowing, symptom management and supporting someone with a life-limiting illness.

💬 What would you like to ask Strathcarron?

No question is too small. Whether you're caring for someone now, have cared for someone in the past, or simply want to understand more about hospice care, we'd love to hear from you.

Leave your questions below or send us a direct message, and we'll answer as many as possible in the podcast.

04/08/2026

🥾Take on the Camino. Support your local hospice charity.

For centuries, people have walked the Camino de Santiago seeking challenge, connection and achievement.

Now it's your turn. If you've been looking for your next adventure with real purpose, we'd love you to join Team Strathcarron.

Join your local Hospice charity as we complete the final 67km of the famous Camino Frances, a remarkable five-day journey through beautiful Spanish countryside, historic villages and unforgettable scenery.

This is more than just a trekking challenge. It's an opportunity to push yourself, meet like-minded people and raise vital funds that will help Strathcarron Hospice continue providing compassionate care and support to families across Forth Valley, Cumbernauld and Kilsyth.

📅 8–12 October 2027
✔ Self-funding and minimum sponsorship places available.

Every step you take helps someone locally make the most of the time they have.

Address

Randolph Hill, Fankerton
Denny
FK65HJ

Telephone

+441324826222

Website

http://www.strathcarronhospice.net/, https://www.oscr.org.uk/, https://www.careinspectorate.com/index.php/care-services?

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