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There are many ways you can support Saint Francis Hospice.
With only 23% of our annual running costs provided by the NHS, put simply, we wouldn't be here without you.
This year, we need to raise £7.8m to cover the cost of our services.
Every penny you help us raise makes a difference to the lives of people facing the most difficult of circumstances.
2,756
home visits were carried out by the Hospice at Home team in 2016/17.
£54
The cost of an hour's care provided by our Hospice at Home team.
Fundraising
![](/mint-project/uploads/<div style="text-align: center;"><img src=":I:=573614833" alt="IMG_9625"/></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> </div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: ;"><a href=":I:=738360009" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read our Supporter Charter document here.</a></span></div>.)
![](/mint-project/uploads/<p><img class="image-wrap-right" src=":I:=764156128" alt="Doctors" data-id="764156128"/><span style="font-family: ;">Our team of two consultants oversee a specialist registrar, a doctor from our local GP training scheme along with other doctors specialising in palliative medicine. We also maintain a network of physiotherapists, occupational therapists and psychological therapists.<br/><br/>This body of medical professionals offers a comprehensive range of treatments to inpatients, those in our day care unit and those who prefer to receive treatment in their own homes. They also offer practical advice to families and carers.<br/><br/>Our hospice plays a key role in educating healthcare professionals to equip them with the skills and knowledge they need to practice all aspects of end-of-life care. The education centre at Saint Francis is more than just an outstanding facility; it is a centre of excellence producing confident and capable staff. <br/><br/><a style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #e54d26; text-decoration: underline; font-family: ; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;" href="http://localhost/projects/sfh_19/refer-a-patient">Refer a patient</a></span></p>.)
![](/mint-project/uploads/<div><img alt="Nick-Clegg" src=":I:=191338477"/></div><div><font face=""><br/></font></div><div><font face="">We provide teaching to health and social care professionals and carers via <a href="/courses/" class="">courses and study days</a>, organising a broad ranging education programme that encompasses both specialist palliative care delivery and topics of wider interest. Our team is committed to the aims of the National Council for Hospices and Specialist Palliative Care and subscribes to holistic principles of care provision.<br/></font></div><div><font face=""><br/></font></div><div><font face="">Download our full 2019-2020 prospectus <a href="/mint-project/uploads/405675274.pdf" target="_blank"><b>here </b></a>or contact <a href="mailto:education@sfh.org.uk" target="_blank" class="">education@sfh.org.uk</a> if you would like us to post a printed copy.</font></div><div><font face=""><br/></font></div><div><a href="/courses/" class="">View our courses.</a></div><div><div><font face=""><br/></font></div><div><font face="">The Education Centre is <a href="/room-hire/" class="">available for hire</a> to agencies or organisations looking for a peaceful venue in which to hold conferences, seminars or other similar events. </font></div><div><font face=""><br/></font></div><div><font face="">We are located on the site of Saint Francis Hospice, in a dedicated, purpose built facility with free parking. </font></div></div><div><font face=""><br/></font></div><div><font face=""><h4>Contact</h4></font></div><div><font face=""><br/></font></div><div><font face="">You can contact us on 01708 758646 or <a href="mailto:education@sfh.org.uk" class="">send us an email.</a></font></div><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://twitter.com/PepperellEdC" target="_blank" class=""><img alt="Nick-Clegg" src=":I:=815193792"/> Follow us on Twitter!</a></div>.)
![](/mint-project/uploads/<p style="text-align: left;" align="justify"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #000000;"><img class="image-wrap-right" style="width: 529px; height: 386px;" src=":I:=272228145" alt="MAP-01" width="938" height="664" data-id="272228145"/></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We serve the growing populations of Havering, Brentwood, Barking and Dagenham, Redbridge and West Essex and, with only 23% of our funding coming from the government, we need to raise £7.8 million in voluntary income this year.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">This income allows us to continue to provide the services we do, completely free of charge. Every donation is important to us, whether it comes from an individual, a school or a large corporate organisation - we value our supporters immensely.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We also have a team of 870 skilled and committed volunteers who help us keep our costs down and add huge value to the work we do.<br/><br/></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Our award-winning gardens</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Members of the public are invited to walk through our gardens at any time except when there is ice or snow on the ground or other inclement conditions. If you would like a tour then this can be arranged between Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm - outside these times by special arrangement. Please contact reception to arrange a tour on 01708 753319. Please be aware we may need to restrict access to certain areas of the grounds for safety reasons if we have building contractors working here. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Our approach</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">As an independent charity and one of the largest adult hospices in the UK, Saint Francis Hospice has an important role to play in the local community. We have an incredible team of specialist consultants, doctors, nurses that work alongside an experienced range of other health and social care professionals. These professional and compassionate people provide care and support to individuals with a life-limiting illness, as well as their carers and family members.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Our vision</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Saint Francis Hospice is committed to helping anyone in our communities affected by life-limiting illness, and to ensuring they receive excellent person-centred care when they need it, ideally in a place of their choosing.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Our values</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">These values underpin all that our charity aspires to do as well as shape our external and internal behaviour:</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #df4013;">Support</span>: Share ideas and respect one another, encouraging everyone to succeed</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #df4013;">Fairness</span>: Treat everyone as we would wish to be treated ourselves; be courteous and aware of how our words and actions affect others</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #df4013;">Honesty</span>: Be open and accountable, working together for the benefit of our local community</span></p> <p style="text-align: left;"> </p>.)
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Other ways you can support us
Legacies are an important part of how we continue our work. In fact, one in every five of our patients' care is funded by a legacy. If you can't currently donate but want to contribute to the hospice, a gift in your will is a great alternative.
If you wish to donate to Saint Francis Hospice in memory of a loved one, you can find more information here about a range of ways to do so.
By helping your local hospice you could win £1,000 each week! Join our weekly lottery draw for just £1 for a chance at the weekly prize, or rollovers of up to £25,000. All profits go directly to local patients.
By partnering with Saint Francis Hospice your company can help support a good cause and give your brand a huge boost. Learn how you can make a positive impact in your local community.
Our nurses do outstanding work in the community. By sponsoring one you help ensure Saint Francis Hospice can continue to care for people facing life-limiting illnesses in their homes.
There are all sorts of ways you can support the hospice. From bake sales to marathons, take a look at the inspiring (and simple!) ways you can support us.
