Blythe House and Helen’s Trust cared for Helen’s beloved dad, John, in the comfort of his home alongside DHU Healthcare’s palliative care urgent response service, before he sadly died in January 2023. His family did everything in their power to keep John at home, as ‘under no circumstances’ did he want to die in hospital. […]
Local daredevils are being invited to walk over burning hot embers, in the name of charity. We’re hosting a sponsored fire walk and family fun evening on Thursday 6th July, to raise vital funds for local hospice patient care. The fire walk is set to take place the newly-renovated Bull’i’th’Thorn, on the Ashbourne Road in […]
Hardy golfers were swingin’ in the rain as they helped to raise an incredible £11,062 for local hospice care during a charity golf day. We hosted our annual fundraising golf day at Buxton and High Peak Golf Club on Friday 19th May. More than 90 golfers didn’t let the weather deter them from supporting their […]
We are taking the opportunity during Volunteers’ Week to thank our amazing team of over 200 volunteers, who give over 3,000 hours of their time every week. We’re commemorating the UK-wide initiative, that takes place every year from 1st to 7th June, by giving thanks to its incredible volunteer team. The hospice provides free services […]
Family man, Dennis Cooper was a ‘practical joker’ and had a real ‘zest for life.’ He was truly adored by Nancy, his loving wife of very nearly 70 years, his six children, 17 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Our Hospice at Home service started to provide care and support to Dennis in September 2021 in […]
Lizzie and Becky have supported the hospice as volunteer gardeners since May 2020. They come to the hospice on an ad-hoc basis, either on their own or together as a team, to help the plants and shrubs in the tranquil garden to thrive for patients, volunteers and staff to enjoy. The summer months are particularly […]
Paula Elliott joined the team in February 2023 as the manager of our brand-new Hospice at Home Roaming Car Service. Since the Covid-19 pandemic, the need for Hospice at Home care has never been more apparent. Our Hospice at Home service celebrated its seventh anniversary recently, and since its launch in 2016, the total hours […]
We are inviting people to remember loved ones who are no longer here, by taking part in a special summer fundraising campaign. We’re hosting our annual Sunflower Memories month throughout June, where people can dedicate a flower in memory of someone special, and donate to support local hospice care. For a suggested minimum donation of […]
The hospice is delighted to be working alongside Derbyshire LGBT+ towards Rainbow Accreditation to ensure inclusive practices to support all staff members, patients, supporters and visitors. The hospice is committed to welcoming people from all backgrounds and walks of life to access services, fundraise, volunteer or become a staff member at the hospice. The team […]
Remember someone special this June as part of our Sunflower Memories month. Throughout June, you can dedicate a sunflower in memory of someone special, and make a donation to support local hospice care and services. For a suggested minimum donation of £10, a sunflower plaque will be dedicated to your loved one in the hospice […]
