Supporting carers in the local community
Carers are a vital part of someone’s support network. They provide practical and emotional support as well as comfort and advocacy for the people closest to them.
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7th February 2024 The Eric Wright Charitable Trust donates £25,000 to Wigan & Leigh Hospice
In 2024, The Eric Wright Charitable Trust has donated £200,000 to eight charities. These charities are nominated by their employees, with each receiving a £25,000 donation.
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23rd January 2024 The importance of supportive palliative care
Today, people are living longer than ever. Even those facing serious chronic illnesses can often enjoy a much longer quality of life than past generations.
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12th December 2023 Managing with loss at Christmas time
When we have experienced the death of a loved one, it is common and normal that we will experience a wide range of emotions.
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27th November 2023 Celebrating 40 years of care at Wigan & Leigh Hospice Gala Ball
The local community got on their glad rags and came together last weekend to raise more than £45,000 for Wigan & Leigh Hospice.
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31st October 2023 Helping patients with life limiting illnesses using complementary therapies
When a person is faced with a life limiting illness, their usual routine is turned upside down. Having time to do the things they once enjoyed is replaced with…
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19th October 2023 Announcing the 2023 Wigan Borough Palliative and End of Life Care Awards Winners
On Friday 13th October, health & social care professionals within the Wigan borough, came together to celebrate and showcase high quality palliative and end of life care.
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6th October 2023 Celebrating Hospice Care Week 2023
Monday 9 to Sunday 15 October is Hospice Care Week, a week which celebrates those who work in hospice care to ensure that everyone can benefit from the very best end of life care.
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4th October 2023 Celebrating one year of our Wigan Borough Palliative and End of Life Care Learning Hub
Since its launch in 2022, the Wigan Borough Palliative and End of Life Care Learning Hub has reached a wide group of nurses, carers and other healthcare professionals within the borough…
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29th September 2023 40th Anniversary celebrations continue with Charity Golf Day
Hosted by Hindley Hall Golf Club, 20 teams came together on Friday 15th September for a healthy competition across 18 holes.