The gift of sight: understanding eye donation
By Anna Swift, Clinical Director at Wigan & Leigh Hospice Talking about what happens after we die is never easy. For many people, even thinking about it can feel daunting […]
Prime Minister visits Wigan & Leigh Hospice to meet staff, volunteers and patients
Wigan & Leigh Hospice today welcomed the Prime Minister for a constituency visit, giving him the chance to meet the teams who deliver specialist end‑of‑life care across the borough and […]
New eye donation initiative launched at Wigan & Leigh Hospice
Wigan & Leigh Hospice is introducing a new initiative that will give patients the opportunity to learn about eye donation and record their wishes as part of their end‑of‑life care […]
Why Advance Care Planning matters
By Heather Dainty, Deputy Ward Manager at Wigan & Leigh Hospice. Thinking about what will happen to us at the end of our lives can be uncomfortable. However, creating an […]
Rising costs mean the hospice needs its community more than ever
Wigan & Leigh Hospice now needs to raise £13,000 every day to keep its services running, an extra £1000 every day. The cost of providing specialist hospice care increases every year, […]
School colour run raises £6,300 for Turn Wigan Purple
Children at Hindley All Saints Primary School are leading the way to Turn Wigan Purple this year with spectacular colour run and a donation of over £6,300 for Wigan & […]
The science of scent – how aromatherapy can bring comfort and calm
By Sophia Swan, Complementary Therapist at Wigan & Leigh Hospice A familiar smell can bring back a memory in an instant. Freshly cut grass might remind you of childhood summers, […]
Caring for someone at home – why looking after yourself matters too
By Anna Haslam, Community and Wellbeing Services Manager, at Wigan & Leigh Hospice Caring for someone you love can be one of the most meaningful things you ever do – […]
Hospice volunteer Dorothy celebrates her 95th birthday
A much‑loved Wigan & Leigh Hospice shop volunteer has marked a remarkable milestone, as Dorothy, from Leigh, celebrated her 95th birthday. Hospice staff and volunteers were keen to recognise Dorothy’s […]
Nutrition for comfort -eating well during illness
By Rebecca Halsall, Dietitian at Wigan & Leigh Hospice When someone is living with a serious illness, food often becomes more than just fuel. It can be a source of […]