Real stories from real people help bring our community closer together. By sharing stories like yours we can get people talking, change attitudes, challenge stigma and help as many people as possible by letting them know about the work we do at Overgate Hospice.
 
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Hazel’s Story

“I vividly remember walking into the Hospice for the first time to find Paul sitting hand in hand with a doctor at his bedside - a moment that instantly felt worlds apart from the hospital. The care we received during his time at Overgate was second to none. The staff were faultless, always putting the patients first, and never without a smile!  The care the staff provide at the hospice is clearly more than a profession, it’s a true act of compassion.”

Read Hazel's full story in our Spring/Summer 2025 newsletter!

Steve’s Story
 
“Now, I attend the Carers’ Group every other Tuesday, and it has become a huge part of my life. Meeting others facing similar challenges has shown me that I’m not alone. It’s easy to feel isolated when you’re a carer, but this group has given me a sense of connection and understanding that I never thought possible. The support and advice I’ve received has been invaluable, and I rarely miss a session.”

Read Steve's full story in our Spring/Summer 2025 Newsletter 

Sheila's Story

"I have been battling cancer on and off for the last six years, with numerous invasive treatments and countless trips to hospital. But 18 months ago I was told that there was nothing more that the doctors could do other than provide pain relief. This was devastating and I felt abandoned, unsure of what to expect or where to turn to for help. Eventually, I was put in touch with the Palliative Care Nurses who were incredible and gave me the support I needed. 

The nurses then put me in touch with Angela at Overgate’s Day Hospice for additional support and advice. I was invited to attend their weekly sessions that take place via Zoom however I am not very good with technology so this didn’t seem like the right thing for me. But one of the nurses from the Hospice came to my house to help me to log on to the session and after a few weeks I felt confident enough to do this myself. 

These sessions have been invaluable to me over the last few months, providing me with much needed interaction, conversations with other people in a similar position and some fun. I enjoy the activities with Naomi; she is so full of energy and creativity!"

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Felicity's Story
 
"The minute we arrived the staff could not do enough for us. Wayne was the first nurse we saw and he was so warm and friendly and immediately made us feel at ease. The Hospice was nothing like I imagined, it is smaller than I expected and much more relaxed and homely. Mum was made comfortable in her bed and the doctors and nurses took the time to talk to us both. Mum’s health worsened on the first few days of her stay and she was feeling low. Since her diagnosis Mum had barely left the house other than for hospital and doctors appointments but four days after she arrived at the Hospice, we got wrapped up and headed out to the gardens for some fresh air. We were able to spend time together as a family in the peaceful and beautiful gardens and it was the best day we’d had with her in weeks. We took some wonderful photos together and it was truly a special day. I will be forever grateful that the Hospice made this possible for us."

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