We really love those random acts of kindness and florist Sarah (from Sarah Diamant Florist) really is a positive force of nature.

Lockdown has been such a difficult time, especially for those missing their loved ones.

We were incredibly excited to speak with Louise and Henry Bowyer, who chose to take on the challenging task of completing 250 miles between them as a family!

We’re thrilled Natalie Coltman will be Stepping Up to help local people who are seriously ill this March!

Did you know a hospice nurse walks 12,000 steps on an average shift?

We've set up a homeless project to help ensure some of the most vulnerable people in our local community are able to access the end of life care and support they need.

Lockdown has been a particularly challenging time for young people, but thinking of others is second nature to the 2nd Squirrel’s Heath Beavers who have been getting creative and raising funds to help local people who are seriously ill.

Skydiving 10,000ft at a speed of 125mph is out of most people’s comfort zone, but Tina Clark is taking on the thrilling challenge to raise funds for the hospice that cared for her beloved mum.

We are now offering virtual bereavement counselling to help local people whose loved one has died due to covid-19.

Unfortunately we were forced to cancel its Christmas Tree Recycling collection following the latest lockdown restrictions announced last Monday.

While the cold weather has most of us dreaming of cosying up with hot chocolate by a log fire, one brave woman has been bracing the chilly temperatures.

Julie Buckley loves to run and she has five London Marathon medals to prove it!

The pandemic may have stolen 2020 and we know Christmas will be a difficult and emotional time for patients who are too unwell to be with their loved ones.

Since the outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic, healthcare workers at Saint Francis Hospice have been on the frontline caring for people who are seriously unwell.

A few words from our nurses and clinical staff on the ward at Saint Francis Hospice.

While the elves are busy in their workshop and Santa’s checking his list twice, people are feeling the Christmas magic as they light up their homes and decorate their trees.

Lockdown hasn't stopped 10 year old Lucie from helping Saint Francis Hospice after the wonderful care her auntie received.

"You only have to visit the Hospice to witness the selfless devotion to the wellbeing of those in need."

Last December, hundreds Santas, elves and reindeers stepped into the Christmas magic to take part in our Festive Fun Run.

The pandemic may have stolen 2020 and we know Christmas will be a difficult and emotional time for patients who are too unwell to be with their loved ones.

Julie Moss was thrilled to discover she’d won our weekly £1,000 jackpot.

A dedication to a wonderful man who dedicated his life to service and helping people who were seriously ill.

Frances was 93 when she died in July but she left behind a legacy that will live on for many years to come.

Kenneth Calcutt used to enjoy the social activities at Saint Francis Hospice and has been playing its Lottery to raise funds for many years.

Young Meadow show us all that an act of kindness is never wasted.

As part of this year’s Light up a Life, Christine Greer is sharing her experience of Saint Francis Hospice and how the charity cared for her husband Michael and their family.

This year, more than ever, we must remember and cherish the memories of loved ones.

Grieving is often a traumatic experience, but for children who are bereaved or facing the loss of a loved one during the pandemic, it has been even more difficult.

Pennies really do make pounds and a Hornchurch shop has raised more than £11,508 for Saint Francis Hospice by encouraging customers to make a donation instead of charging for nominal services.

Grandmother Deborah Burgess was so unwell when she arrived at Saint Francis Hospice she feared she was coming to die.