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29/01/2026

💚 Thank You Thursday 💚

This week, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to some wonderful people and businesses who’ve supported St Catherine’s in very different — but equally meaningful — ways.

💼 Cllr David Shaw - During his time as Mayor of Penwortham in 2024/25, Cllr David Shaw chose St Catherine’s as his Mayoral charity, following the care we provided to his wife at the end of her life. Over his mayoral year, £1,385 was raised in support of our care. Thank you, David, for choosing St Catherine’s and helping others receive compassionate support when they need it most.

🎈 magicalpiecesltd - Melanie kindly created and donated a beautiful balloon display outside our Longridge shop, marking the finishing line for the Ultra Shopping Spree. It helped make the day feel special for everyone involved.

🎄 Duxbury’s Garden Furniture - Duxbury’s took part in our Christmas Challenge and raised an incredible £2,511 through a series of events in the lead-up to Christmas.

Thank you to everyone who supports St Catherine’s in so many different ways. It really does make a difference. 💚

28/01/2026

You’re standing 4,167 metres above sea level.

The air is still.

The sun is rising over the Atlas Mountains.

And you’ve just taken the final step onto the summit of Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa.

And you’ve done it not just for yourself but for local families who rely on St Catherine’s.

This October, we’re taking a team of supporters to Morocco to climb this incredible mountain with Global Adventure Challenges… and we’d love you to be part of it.

Over three unforgettable days you’ll:
🏔️ Trek through Berber villages
🌅 Scramble across mountain paths towards a sunrise you’ll never forget
💚 Do something extraordinary for hospice care

Mount Toubkal, Morocco Trek
📅 21–25 October 2026
💚 Registration Fee: £199 - 10% early bird discount available: Use code STCATH10, minimum Sponsorship: £2,499

This isn’t just a challenge. It’s a journey that changes lives, including your own.

👉 Find out more and join the team:
https://gac-brochures.com/mount-toubkal-st-catherines-preston/

27/01/2026

🚛 Time for a January clear out!

Our donation van will be at St Catherine's Hospice car park:

📅 Thursday 5 February, 9am - 11am

We're looking for good quality resaleable:
• Clothing
• Accessories
• Homeware
• Toys
• Books
• Bric-a-brac

Your pre-loved items help stock our charity shops, raising vital funds for hospice care.

Thank you for supporting St Catherine's 💚

25/01/2026

During his recent stay with us, Alan enjoyed a very special ‘cake date’ with one of our hospice team members. He was so looking forward to his outing that he asked to put on a shirt for the occasion 💚

They headed over to our on-site café, The Mill, St Catherine's Park, where Alan tucked into a hot chocolate topped with whipped cream and marshmallows ☕ and one of our homemade chocolate orange tarts. His favourite!

He came back to the hospice beaming, telling staff he’d had a wonderful time.

Sometimes it’s the small treats and shared moments that mean the most.

23/01/2026

🪂 Ready for the most exhilarating 60 seconds of your life?

Take on our charity skydive in 2026 at Black Knights Parachute Centre!

Experience the thrill of:
• Freefall at 120mph
• Breathtaking aerial views
• The ultimate bucket list challenge
• Supporting vital hospice care

Dates: 14th March and 17th October
Minimum fundraising: £425

"There was no fear, just total exhilaration, and despite the wind noise and the speed an incredible feeling of peace as we looked at the blue sky, white clouds, and the patchwork of fields..." - Previous St Catherine's skydiver

No experience needed - just courage and a sense of adventure! You'll receive full training and be paired with an expert instructor for your tandem jump.

Register your interest: fundraising@stcatherines.co.uk

22/01/2026

💚 Thank You Thursday! 💚

We’ve got some amazing stories to share this week. A huge thank you to everyone supporting St Catherine’s – your generosity makes such a difference!

🏫 Progress School - Thank you for dropping off your most recent £250 donation raised at your fundraising cafés. We love it when you pop in to say hello!
🎂 The family of Kate Elizabeth Walker - In celebration of what would have been Kate’s 40th birthday, her family have been fundraising in her memory, selling crafts, football cards and more. Together, they’ve raised £511.50.
📿 Mya, Lexi and Macey-May from St Mary’s School, Leyland - These superstars gave up their time including breaks to hand-make bracelets for sale, raising £131 for St Catherine’s. Thank you for coming to see us and sharing your bracelets with patients and families!
🎉 Adam Dennett and Carnarvon Lodge - After being installed as Worshipful Master in December 2024, Adam made it his mission to raise as much as possible for St Catherine’s. Through raffles, a summer social, a charity ball, and even a JustGiving skydive, the lodge raised an incredible £5,493.54. Thank you for your dedication and amazing fundraising efforts.
💼 Amber River (True Bearing) - Throughout 2025, staff-led fundraising activities and the Amber River Foundation have raised an astonishing £13,579.61.

Thank you all for your continued support. Every pound, every hour, every act of kindness helps St Catherine’s care for patients and families in our community.

21/01/2026

💚 We’re recruiting. Could you be part of our team?

St Catherine’s Hospice is a very special place to work. Somewhere you can feel proud of what you do and the difference you make every day.

We currently have three exciting opportunities to join us:

👥 People and Organisational Development Manager
📣 Marketing and PR Officer (Full time)
🌙 Staff Nurse Nights, Fixed-term 12 months

Whether you’re passionate about supporting people and culture, telling powerful stories, or delivering compassionate clinical care, these roles offer the chance to use your skills for a cause that truly matters.

🏡 Flexible and hybrid working options where applicable
🗓️ Generous annual leave and great benefits
🤝 Supportive, values-led teams
💬 Work that makes a real difference to patients, families and our community

According to our latest staff survey, 97% of our team enjoy the work they do.

👉 Find out more and apply:
https://www.stcatherines.co.uk/about-us/work-for-us/

21/01/2026

🕊️ Talking about the end of life doesn’t come easy – but it’s something that will touch us all 💚

Our free Last Days Matter training offers a safe, supportive space to learn more about what happens during the final days of life, how to plan ahead, and how to support loved ones.

Upcoming half-day session now open for booking:

🗓️ 9th March
📍 St Catherine’s Hospice

We bring 40 years of experience to these sessions, sharing knowledge, compassion and dignity at life’s most important moments.

📲 Find out more and register here:
https://www.stcatherines.co.uk/events/?filter_date=11+December+2025&search=last+days&calendar_type=month&view_mode=grid&pageis=1

19/01/2026

💚 They did it!

After 34 miles, 12 shops, and hundreds of cheers... our incredible team completed the St Catherine's Shops Ultra Marathon!

Thanks to our supporters, volunteers, shop teams and corporate partners (Ezra Safety Group Limited, 828 Law, Deighan Funeral Parlour), together you helped raise £1,460 for St Catherine’s Hospice.

Your support helps us continue caring for people when they need us most.

Thank you, from all of us.

There’s still time to donate: https://www.justgiving.com/page/stcaths-ultra-shopping-spree

📸Thanks to dia-images photography for the brilliant pictures

18/01/2026

Join our non-malignant conditions in focus conference and help shape the future of palliative care.

Every day, people are living with life-limiting conditions that don’t always fit the traditional picture of palliative care.

In June, we’re opening up this important conversation as part of our two-day conference. It’ll focus on enhancing knowledge and practice in palliative care for patients with non-malignant conditions—ranging from the frequently encountered to the clinically rare.

8–9 June 2026

It’ll bring together clinicians, practitioners and leaders from across hospice, hospital and community settings to share learning, challenge assumptions and explore how we can provide more compassionate, equitable, person-centred care for everyone who needs it.

You’ll hear from leading experts in neurology, hepatology, nephrology, neuropsychiatry, rehabilitation and palliative care, covering topics including:
• Huntington’s disease
• Renal disease and frailty
• Liver failure and transplant pathways
• Long-term ventilation
• Disorders of consciousness
• Intestinal failure
• Creutzfeldt–Jakob disease …and more...

Whether you’re established in your role or growing your expertise, this is a space to learn, connect and help shape the future of palliative care.

Find out more and book through this link: https://www.stcatherines.co.uk/shop/events/study-sessions/non-malignant-conditions-in-focus-2026/

17/01/2026

🌅 And they’re off!

Alison, Craig, Matt and James have officially started their 34-mile ultra-shopping spree journey visiting all 12 St Catherine’s shops while raising funds for the hospice.

Cheer them on in the comments, in person along the route, and track their progress in our Stories!

Donate: https://www.justgiving.com/page/stcaths-ultra-shopping-spree

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St. Catherine's Hospice ( Lancashire ) Ltd, Lostock Hall, Lostock Lane
Preston
PR55XU

Telephone

+441772629171

Website

http://www.stcatherines.co.uk/

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