Garden House Hospice Care

13/08/2026

We are extremely proud of our Domestic Team who continue to not only meet, but exceed, the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 👏

Whether it's our Inpatient Unit, reception area or office spaces, the team work tirelessly every day to ensure our Hospice remains clean, safe and hygienic for patients, visitors and staff. We wouldn't be able to provide our exceptional care without them!

Thank you for your dedication, diligence and the warmth you bring to work every day 💙

12/08/2026

In just under a month's time, there's a chance to meet us in person to find out about volunteering! Our next Volunteer Information Session will take place on Tuesday 8th September 📅

These events are an informal way to find out about the wonderful volunteering opportunities at Garden House Hospice Care alongside likeminded people. From supporting our admin teams to assisting at fundraising events, there are a number of ways you can make a difference. Even if you only have a few hours to spare, you can - and will - help us continue providing our specialist care to people living with advancing illnesses.

The session will take place here at Garden House from 10-11.30am and we'd love to see you there. Please register your attendance in advance at https://www.ghhospicecare.org.uk/volunteer-information-sessions and start your volunteering journey today 💙

10/08/2026

11-year-old Frankie has raised a remarkable £5,125 (and counting!) for our Hospice after completing Kerry's Annual Charity Bike Ride at the weekend 🌟

Frankie’s Nannie, Ann, is currently receiving care on our Inpatient Unit for symptom control and pain management relating to a stage four cancer diagnosis. The specialist care she has received at the Hospice meant she was well enough to leave for a few hours to cheer them on, making for an inspiring day.

His youngest sister, Rosie, 6, also finished in a tag-along to dad Peter’s bike and middle sister, Darcie, 9, managed to complete 20 miles on her own.

Their mum, Hannah, was bursting with pride: “Frankie loved doing the bike ride this year alongside his sisters and dad and fundraising for such an amazing charity. We only set a target of £500 initially and can’t believe it’s now over £5,000! I’m super proud of them all. It was a wonderful day and an honour to support Garden House Hospice Care and thank them for the care they are giving mum.”

Ahead of the event, we transformed our on-site gym into a space for the family to create banners - a small gesture, but one which meant a lot. Frankie told us: “Whenever I come to Garden House to see my Nannie, it feels like a family. Everyone is so kind to her and to us, and it’s a really heartwarming place. I took part in the bike ride to say thank you for looking after her so well.”

A heartfelt thank you and congratulations to Frankie, Darcie, Rosie and Peter for raising such a fantastic amount of money! Frankie’s fundraising page is still accepting donations at: https://www.justgiving.com/page/frankie-t-b 🚴

07/08/2026

Wishing the very best of luck to everyone taking part in Kerry's Annual Charity Bike Ride in aid of Garden House Hospice Care tomorrow! 🚴

Cyclists of all ages and abilities are set to take part in the 32-mile ride, being held this year in memory of Kerry's friend, Kelly, who received care on our Inpatient Unit last year.

A heartfelt thank you to Kerry Golds for continuing to organise such a fantastic community event each year. Your dedication and hard work don't go unnoticed, and we are forever grateful for your support in raising vital funds toward our services.

If you know someone taking part and wish to sponsor them or simply want to make a donation as a result of the event, visit https://www.justgiving.com/page/kerry-golds-19 💙

Help Kerry Golds raise money to support Garden House Hospice

06/08/2026

Last month we had the pleasure of welcoming a local chartered accountants in Hertfordshire, Menzies LLP, to volunteer at The Depot here in Letchworth. The Depot is run by Garden House Hospice Trading and staff from Menzies got stuck in with sorting donations for our stores and painting furniture with The Upcycling House team. Thank you for joining us!

There are many ways to make a difference. Your business could volunteer at The Depot which can also include supporting the online shopping team or driving vans for Christmas Treecycling. You can also help with fundraising events throughout the year.

From increased marketing impact to stronger staff engagement, your involvement delivers measurable results while helping to strengthen your corporate social responsibility strategy through local community support. Most importantly, our events are a chance to have fun and enjoy the positive impact that shared experiences can have on wellbeing, leaving your team feeling energised and more productive.

To find out more about corporate volunteering opportunities, contact us at [email protected] or call us on 01462 679540 🤝

04/08/2026

Stuart was referred to Garden House Hospice Care in May 2026 after undergoing open heart surgery. A diagnosis of severe aortic stenosis - a heart valve condition where the main valve opening narrows significantly and blocks proper blood flow from the heart - had left him at risk of heart failure.

Following his surgery, Stuart and his wife, Jill, struggled to adjust to their challenging new circumstances. After navigating a tricky couple of months, Stuart was referred to our Rehab and Wellbeing team. That first phone call changed everything, and the couple haven't looked back.

Now on his road to recovery, Stuart and Jill have nothing but praise for the support they have received. From attending education sessions to exercise groups, Stuart is noticing the changes within himself and already feels "so much better". Jill has watched her husband go from strength to strength over the last few weeks and describes the Hospice as "the most special place", offering her a sense of comfort knowing that life is getting back to normal.

Our Rehab and Wellbeing team exist to help people like Stuart live well with their diagnosis and continue doing the things in life they enjoy. It will cost us £162,726 this year to provide these services free of charge to our local community and we need to raise £50,000 in charitable income to support with these costs. Please donate today and help make every moment matter.

💙 Donate to our Every Moment Matters campaign: https://www.ghhospicecare.org.uk/every-moment-matters

💙 Find out more about our Rehab and Wellbeing services: https://www.ghhospicecare.org.uk/rehab-and-wellbeing

31/07/2026

A walk to remember this September ✨

Join our annual Sunset Starlight Walk on Saturday 12th September with a group of friends, family or colleagues as we light up the night in Letchworth. Our 6.5 mile route guides you around the greenway and villages surrounding our local town as the sun sets and the stars come out, before heading through our Tunnel of Lights and onto Broadway Gardens Fountain.

The community comes together at this event to pay tribute to loved ones, celebrate life and create lasting memories, all while raising vital funds to support our Hospice. It combines the feel-good factor with opportunities to pause and reflect on the lives of those no longer with us, making for a memorable summer's evening.

Key details
✨ Start point: Letchworth Hall Hotel, Letchworth Lane, SG6 3NP
✨ Start time: 6.30pm
✨ Tickets: £23 adults, £12 under-18s

As we continue to fight for sustainable hospice funding, we are asking everyone joining to aim to raise a minimum of £100 in sponsorship. We need to raise £2.7 million this year to enable us to provide our services free of charge, so every mile you walk and every pound you raise will truly make a difference.

Sign up your team today at https://www.ghhospicecare.org.uk/event/sunset-starlight-walk 🧡

29/07/2026

Last but certainly not least of our permanent Rehab and Wellbeing team is Claire, our Occupational Therapist. Having previously worked in hospital settings, she loves that her role gives her time to really get to know a patient and takes great satisfaction in helping them achieve their goals. Her role includes - more often than you’d think - conversations around being able to safely use the bathroom, and organising equipment people might need installing in their homes to help them with this and other daily tasks.

Claire addresses behavioural changes in people as well as their physical symptoms, helping them recognise what it means to still feel like themselves and not just ‘a patient with a condition’. Claire supports with discharge planning from our Inpatient Unit as well as delivering a selection of day services, and loves how varied her job is. She sees her role as niche, but essential to the community.

Hundreds of people accessed our Rehab and Wellbeing services last year. As we embark on our mission to meet more people with advancing illnesses early in their journey, we hope to continue making this impact. But we can only do that with your help.

With only 40% of our funding coming from the Government, it’s only down to the generosity of our community that we can continue providing this specialised care. Our Rehab and Wellbeing service will cost us £162,726 this year and we need to raise £50,000 this summer to support with these costs.

💙 To donate to our Every Moment Matters campaign, please visit: https://www.ghhospicecare.org.uk/every-moment-matters

💙 To find out more about our Rehab and Wellbeing services: https://www.ghhospicecare.org.uk/rehab-and-wellbeing

28/07/2026

Described by her daughters Kim and Maria as a “gentle person” and a “fantastic mum and wife”, Anna was first diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2015. She was moved into a care home in 2024 after a rapid decline in her health left her bed bound, and was hospitalised in January of this year. This was where the family first learned of Garden House Hospice Care.

Kim and Maria recall Anna's referral to the Hospice being an emotional and concerning time, but agreed it was the right place for her to be. Here, they share how their worries quickly disappeared after experiencing the “superior” level of care their mum received, and how our teams looked after them as family members too.

Hospices like ours exist to to provide patients and their family members with compassionate care and support from the moment they receive news of an advancing illness. Whether it's for days, weeks, months or even years, we are here, because every person matters 💙