St Mary's Hospice Community Hub

St Mary's Hospice Community Hub Our St Mary's Hospice Community Hub is a friendly and supportive space.

At St Mary's we believe by connecting and supporting people, communities and organisations to harness the power of compassion, we will create a happier and healthier community.

💜 Carers Week at Carer Connect 💜Yesterday at our Carer Connect group, we took some time to celebrate Carers Week with a ...
17/06/2026

💜 Carers Week at Carer Connect 💜

Yesterday at our Carer Connect group, we took some time to celebrate Carers Week with a few well-deserved treats, good company, and an important conversation about self-care.

Caring for someone you love can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be physically and emotionally demanding. As carers, it's easy to put everyone else's needs first, but looking after yourself is not a luxury—it's essential.

✨ Self-care is not selfish. You matter too. ✨

If you are caring for someone living with dementia in Windermere or the surrounding areas, we'd love to welcome you to our friendly Carer Connect group. It's an opportunity to meet others who understand, share experiences, access support, and take some time for yourself.

To find out more about the support available or to join the group, please call 01229 444407.

This week is Loneliness Awareness Week. When you are navigating life-limiting illness, caregiving, or grief, isolation c...
17/06/2026

This week is Loneliness Awareness Week.

When you are navigating life-limiting illness, caregiving, or grief, isolation can feel heavy. But feeling lonely is just a human reminder that we need connection—and you don't have to carry it by yourself.

Our Compassionate Community Hub is a safe, gentle space where you can just be.

We have something for everyone, including:

Our Compassionate Café – for a warm drink and friendly chat.
The Hub Choir – to lift your spirits through song.
Art, Craft & Wellbeing Groups – a gentle way to connect while doing something you enjoy.
There is no pressure to put on a brave face here.

Want to find out more or join one of our wellbeing groups? Call us on 01229 444407 for details. We’d love to welcome you.

Last week, the Dementia Team joined in with Carers Week – a UK-wide campaign that recognises the incredible contribution...
17/06/2026

Last week, the Dementia Team joined in with Carers Week – a UK-wide campaign that recognises the incredible contribution of unpaid carers, raises awareness of the challenges they may face, and helps people access the support available to them.

To celebrate, our fabulous Activity Coordinators invited everyone to create a beautiful picture frame as a special gift for someone important in their life. The finished frames were absolutely wonderful, and it was lovely to see so much creativity, thoughtfulness and love reflected in each one.

We also had the opportunity to attend the Carers Health and Wellbeing Event hosted by Carer Support Furness, where we joined local organisations in sharing information and highlighting the support available for carers across our community.

If you are caring for someone living with dementia, or know someone who is, we'd love to help. To find out more about the support available in your area, please contact the Dementia Team on 01229 444407.

💙 A huge thank you to all carers for the compassion, dedication and support you provide every day.

A huge thank you to Alan and Elaine Griffiths, who visited The Hub this morning to present us with a generous donation o...
17/06/2026

A huge thank you to Alan and Elaine Griffiths, who visited The Hub this morning to present us with a generous donation of £100.

Alan kindly raised this money as part of his 80th birthday celebration!Donations like this help us continue providing support, activities, and a welcoming space for our community.

Thank you, Alan and Elaine, for your kindness and support, and happy 80th birthday, Alan! 🎉

💜 FREE Dementia Awareness Training in Ambleside 💜Would you like to better understand dementia and learn how to support s...
17/06/2026

💜 FREE Dementia Awareness Training in Ambleside 💜

Would you like to better understand dementia and learn how to support someone living with the condition?

Join us for this free Dementia Awareness Training, delivered by Sophie Admiral, Nurse and Clinical Lead at St Mary's Hospice. This informative and supportive session is designed for anyone who wants to increase their understanding, whether you're caring for a loved one, working with the public, or simply interested in learning more.

📚 During the session you'll:
✔️ Develop a better understanding of dementia
✔️ Learn how to communicate more effectively
✔️ Challenge common myths and stigma
✔️ Build confidence in supporting someone living with dementia
✔️ Discover practical ways to make a difference

📅 Tuesday 7th July
🕠 5.30pm – 7.00pm
📍 Kelsick Grammar School, Stockghyll Lane, Ambleside, LA22 0QY

🎟️ Places are free, but booking is essential.

Book your place here: https://www.stmaryshospice.org.uk/events/st-marys-hospicecommunity-educationprogramme-at-kelsickgrammar/?srsltid=AfmBOopzOvqMPait_mfrQpsUzMtdgfD2M1-FKLRlpY4Ccit0k6Nn0wYZ

Or call 01229 444407 to reserve your place.

Please help us spread the word by liking, sharing and tagging anyone who may benefit from attending. 💜



Kelsick Grammar Windermere and Bowness Medical Practice Grange and Lakes ICC Age Friendly South Lakeland South Lakes Dementia Community St Mary's Hospice

Space's available for anybody navigating grief this is a perfect chance to take a few hours away from the heaviness and ...
16/06/2026

Space's available for anybody navigating grief this is a perfect chance to take a few hours away from the heaviness and the pressure's of life while grieving💞

Self care is such an important part of grief, a part we often forget while we are still trying to carry on with the demands from everyday life

This retreat offers the opportunity to take a few hours to unwind and re set

This lovely peaceful woodland is the perfect place to do this and to connect with others who are also walking the road of grief

If you would like to know more and book a place please contact the team on, 01229 580305, option 6

🧡 Furness Dementia Hub – Join Us Next Wednesday 🧡Living with dementia or supporting someone who is? You are not alone.Th...
16/06/2026

🧡 Furness Dementia Hub – Join Us Next Wednesday 🧡

Living with dementia or supporting someone who is? You are not alone.

The Furness Dementia Hub offers a friendly, relaxed space where people living with dementia, their families, friends and carers can come together for information, support and a chat over coffee and cake.

Whether you're looking for advice, local services, or simply the opportunity to connect with others who understand, we'd love to welcome you.

📅 Wednesday 24th September
🕜 1:30pm – 3:00pm
📍 St Mary's Community Hub, Duke Street, Barrow

Representatives from a range of local organisations are on hand to provide information, answer questions and offer support in an informal setting.

☕ Free refreshments
💬 Friendly conversation
📚 Information and advice
🤝 Support for people living with dementia and their carers

For more information, please call 01229 444407.

Please share this post to help us reach those who may benefit from the support available. 💙

15/06/2026

💜 Bereavement Support Group for Parents – Tomorrow Evening 💜

A gentle reminder that our Bereavement Support Group for Parents meets tomorrow evening at St Mary's Hospice Community Hub.

This monthly group is for parents who have experienced the loss of a child of any age. It offers a safe, welcoming space to connect with others who understand, share if you wish, reflect quietly, or simply be present.

There is no pressure to talk, and everyone is welcome exactly as they are.

📅 Tomorrow (Third Tuesday of every month)
🕕 6:00pm – 7:30pm
📍 St Mary's Hospice Community Hub, Barrow

If you would like to attend or find out more, please call 01229 580305 (Option 6).

Please feel free to share with anyone who may benefit from this support. 💜🦋

Another busy and meaningful week for our Family Bereavement Support Team, continuing to provide spaces for connection, s...
12/06/2026

Another busy and meaningful week for our Family Bereavement Support Team, continuing to provide spaces for connection, support, and understanding 💙

Our Compassionate Cafés ☕ have continued to offer welcoming spaces for conversation and companionship, while our gardening sessions 🌱 have made the most of the bits of lovely weather we have had and the wellbeing that comes from spending time outdoors.

Our Craft Groups 🎨 have been busy as ever, bringing people together through creativity, and our Walking Group 🚶‍♀️ continues to offer a gentle opportunity to connect with others 💙

Address

299/301 Duke Street
Barrow In Furness
LA141XU

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+441229444407

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