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Why
can
death
be
such
a
challenging
topic
to
talk
about?
Sue Ryder CEO, James Sanderson, James Sanderson reflects on the importance of opening up about end-of-life conversations, and how planning ahead can lead to a more fulfilling life.
09 May 2025
Dying
Matters
Awareness
Week:
local
events
This May, we’ll be supporting Dying Matters Awareness Week (6th–12th May 2025) - a national campaign led by Hospice UK that encourages open, honest conversations about death, dying and grief.
05 May 2025
“There
is
no
more
we
can
do
for
you”
–
changing
the
conversation
around
palliative
care
Our Chief Executive, James Sanderson, and Chief Medical Director, Dr Paul Perkins, share their thoughts on how we can change the conversation around palliative care.
End-of-life care
15 Apr 2025
New
research
partnership
with
Lancaster
University
Sue Ryder has announced a new partnership with Lancaster University, reinforcing our commitment to ensuring no one faces death or grief alone.
09 Apr 2025
Parliamentary
debate
highlights
need
for
fairly
funded
hospice
care
models
Sue Ryder responds to a parliamentary debate on hospice funding, calling for fairly funded, sustainable models of palliative and end-of-life care to ensure more people can access the support they need.
Influencing
09 Apr 2025
Charity’s
search
for
a
sustainable future for
Peterborough
landmark
while
protecting
vital
care
services
continues
Sue Ryder is taking the next steps to secure a sustainable future for Thorpe Hall in Peterborough while ensuring its vital hospice and bereavement care services continue uninterrupted.
01 Apr 2025
Sue
Ryder
reacts
to
the
Spring
Statement
In the Spring Statement today, the Chancellor spoke about the Government's commitment to improving patient care. We look forward to seeing more on this in their 10 Year Plan for the NHS, as right now is an important moment in time for end-of-life care.
Influencing
26 Mar 2025
Running
1,000
miles
inspired
by
mum
-
David's
story
David Clyde is gearing up to take on the challenge of his life - running 1,000 miles from Land's End to John O'Groats in just five weeks. David’s journey is driven by the exceptional care his mum received from Sue Ryder.
Palliative care personal stories
24 Mar 2025
Volunteering
in
memory
of
mum
-
Sophie's
story
Inspired by Mum: Sue Ryer supported Sophie's mum Angela when she needed it most. Since then, Sophie has been volunteering as a way of giving give back and to feel connected to her mum.
Palliative care personal stories
24 Mar 2025
Penny's
story:
A
legacy
of
kindness
and
care
Penny left a significant gift in her Will to make sure others could experience the same kind of quality care she had.
Palliative care personal stories
21 Mar 2025