Heart of Kent Hospice

20/11/2025

Today is raising awareness of the rights the UK’s 5.8 million unpaid carers. Our Welfare Advisors offer a unique service, supporting patients and carers with guidance on financial, social, legal and welfare issues. Find out more: https://www.hokh.org/welfare-advice/

19/11/2025

✨“Fun, social, uplifting!” - that’s how Rock Choir Kent Leader Paul Gostling describes the amazing vibe of his choir, who’ll be joining us for our Christmas Concert on Sunday 7 December!

They’ll be singing classics like Somewhere Only We Know - an easy-choice as Paul’s favourite to perform.

Full of energy and a mix of songs that’ll make you smile, sing along, and maybe even shed a happy tear, Rock Choir are ready to bring the joy of the season to life.

Book your tickets now and come celebrate the season with us! 🎟️🎅
hokh.org/christmas

18/11/2025

Can't make it to our Light up a Life service on Sunday 7 December? Buy a keepsake.

We have star pin badges and wooden decorations, so you can still dedicate a donation in memory of those whose light still shines🕯️

Buy a keepsake here in our hospice, in any of our charity shops or online at: https://www.hokh.org/event/light-up-a-life-remembrance-event-2025/

17/11/2025

Got a few hours on a Saturday? Come make a difference!
We're looking for a Volunteer in our Senacre shop for Saturday afternoons.

If you love chatting with customers, organising beautiful displays, or simply want to give back to your community, we’d be so grateful to have you with us!

If you're interested in applying, read more below. Apply on our website or email us at volunteers@hokh.co.uk
🔗 https://www.hokh.org/vacancy/retail-volunteer/

Based in one of our 14 shops, this role supports the Shop Manager and requires: To find out more about this role or to apply, please contact the People Services Team on 01622 792200 or email…

15/11/2025

Is there anything more satisfying than a colour-coordinated bauble display?🎄

Whether you've already got your decorations out or looking for finishing touches, our charity shops have got you covered.

Find your nearest Heart of Kent Hospice shop and pop along this weekend!
🔗 www.hokh.org/shop-finder

Have you started putting your Christmas decorations up yet? Let us know 👇

14/11/2025

A fruity mango and orange mocktail (non-alcoholic) for our IPU staff and patients🥭

14/11/2025

2025!

Our lovely IPU team have made lovely mocktails with a theme - completed with lemon slices to look like Pudsey's ears.

(And don't forget the cupcakes!)

14/11/2025

We’re excited to share the latest progress on the new Heart of Kent Hospice at Greensand Place!

This week marks two significant milestones for the hospice. Ann-Marie Kelly has been appointed as permanent Chief Executive, and the Reserved Matters application for the new hospice building has been approved.

These developments pave the way for the next phase of our journey, launching the fundraising campaign to make the new hospice a reality, supported by an extraordinary legacy gift of nearly £3 million from Edwina and David Bicker.

Exciting times ahead as we continue our mission to provide compassionate care for our community.

Read here:
🔗 www.hokh.org/exciting-progress-for-heart-of-kent-hospice-at-greensand-place/

It’s been a wonderful start to the week with news that Ann-Marie Kelly has been made permanent as Heart of Kent Hospice Chief Executive. As she starts the week in her permanent role the news that the…

13/11/2025

As we mark , we wanted to share a lovely story that perfectly captures the spirit of the day!

Pauline recently spent some time with us on the IPU and has now returned home, where she’s being supported by hospice services. Before leaving, she wanted to say a big thank you to all the staff for their kindness and care 🤗

She asked her daughter to bring in tea, coffee, sugar, squash - and even a bottle of sherry (as she said she’d enjoyed “one or two sherries” during her stay!). She also kindly donated two hairdryers.

Pauline said, “Everyone has been really, really kind. It didn’t matter if it was 3 in the morning or 3 in the afternoon, someone was always there to listen to me.”

We’re so grateful to Pauline for her warmth and generosity💕

12/11/2025

Join us on Sunday 7 December at 6pm for a magical evening of music and community spirit as Rock Choir brings the joy of the season to life in a special Christmas Concert!

Whether you're a fan of feel-good music or simply want to support local hospice care, this is a night not to be missed.

All proceeds will go towards helping the hospice continue our vital work🎄

Book your tickets now 👉 hokh.org/christmas

11/11/2025

Each year, our Light up a Life event brings together our hospice community to honour our loved ones. We'd love for you to join us for uplifting music and words, and being in the company of others who are remembering loved-ones too.

🗓️ Sunday 7 December
🕠 4pm
📍 Mote Hall, Maidstone, ME15 7RN

Reserve your free place today: hokh.org/light

10/11/2025

Jack participated in the London to Brighton cycle ride!

He raised a wonderful £1,050 for Heart of Kent Hospice in memory of his Grandmother, Rosemary who passed away in our care back in 2017.

As a little fun twist, Jack also pledged to shave his hair off, if he raised over £1,000!