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Walk down memory lane for Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice
People in Leeds are being encouraged to get their walking boots on this October to remember loved ones and raise crucial funds for Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice by taking on the Walk to Remember.
Essential tips to secure your London Marathon charity place
Charity places in the London Marathon can be like gold dust; and with the cancellation of the 2020 race they're more limited than ever. To give yourself the best chance of gaining a spot on the team, read our top tips and find out what to expect next.
‘Outstanding’ Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice praised by CQC
Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice, which provides care for people across Peterborough, Stamford, Oundle, Whittlesey, March, Yaxley, Ramsey, Market Deeping and surrounding communities has been rated as ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission.
Take the leap and volunteer for Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice
Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice is asking people to seize a new opportunity this leap year by volunteering.
BGL’s support helps us be there when it matters
It’s been a year since BGL announced it would support Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice as its chosen Charity of the Year in a special two year partnership. During the first year, the group, which has its head office in Peterborough, has raised vital funds, supported fundraising events and volunteered staff to help with projects across the hospice.
Young people given warm welcome as Cambridgeshire hospices join forces for transitions event
Three Cambridgeshire hospices, including Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice, have teamed up to deliver a special event supporting young people transitioning from children to adult hospice services.
“I ran a 5k and 10k in one day in memory of my mum”
Helen Daniels took on two events in one day at Bedfordshire Running Festival, raising more than £1,000 for Sue Ryder St John’s hospice, whose Palliative Care Hub enabled her late mum Elizabeth to spend her final days at home with her family after she was taken ill on Christmas Day last year.
Dad loved bright colours, music (especially Abba) and fun
Jude Wilcox, a 39 year old mum of twins, shares why she’ll be walking 10k under the stars in memory of her dad on Saturday 19th October 2019 for Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice.
Running through grief
“Running teaches us to keep moving forward, one step at a time – especially in our most painful moments.” These are the words of Sarah Riley who, five months ago, lost her dad to cancer. Since then, she has been fundraising in his memory and is taking on the London Marathon 2020.
"My role is to empower people – and often it’s the smallest things that make the biggest difference."
Occupational Therapist Heather Bayliss shares how Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court’s multidisciplinary Day Hospice team supports people living with cancer, lung disease, heart failure or neurological conditions in Gloucestershire.