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Helping patients, their friends and families in Blackburn, Darwen, Hyndburn & the Ribble Valley to make the most of life. Website donated by www.brickweb.co.uk
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If you'd like to support the Hospice; donate, get involved in events, shop in our retail stores, visit Cafe Retreat or volunteer!

30/10/2026

It's time for this week's Friday Fundraisers - our weekly round up, where we celebrate the fantastic achievements of our supporters. 🌟

This week, we'd like to say thank you to Shamim Khan, who visited the Hospice to share her appreciation for our Hospice at Home team. Yesterday, members of the team came together with Shamim over brews and cakes she had kindly baked. It was a lovely opportunity to spend some time together! ❤️

Shamim's father receives support from Hospice at Home, and she described the team as "angels in the flesh", sharing how they had been a lifeline to her family.

Many of you may also remember Shamim from earlier this year when she completed her first ever 10k and raised an incredible £520 for East Lancashire Hospice.

Thank you, Shamim, for your ongoing support and for your kind words. They mean so much to our team. ✨

30/10/2026

Could you spare a few hours to make a difference? ✨

We're looking for new volunteers to join the East Lancashire Hospice team.

Whether you're hoping to build confidence, meet new people, gain experience, give back to your community or find a new sense of purpose, volunteering with the Hospice is a rewarding way to make a real impact.

From supporting our charity shops and fundraising events to helping behind the scenes, there are a variety of opportunities available to suit different interests and skills.

Join us at our upcoming Volunteer Open Day to find out more, meet the team and explore the roles available. There's no pressure and no booking required, just pop in for a chat.

📅 4th November 2026
⏰ 12pm – 6pm
📍 2 Crabtree Street, Blackburn, BB1 3HD

Every volunteer plays a part in helping East Lancashire Hospice continue providing palliative care and support for patients, and their friends and families across Blackburn, Darwen, Hyndburn and the Ribble Valley. ❤️

29/10/2026

After careful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to close our Great Harwood Kids Shop. The shop's final day of trading will be Thursday 12 November.

We want to say a heartfelt thank you to our customers, donors, volunteers, and staff who have supported the shop over the years and made a real difference. Every purchase, donation and volunteered hour has helped support local hospice care, and we are incredibly grateful. ❤️

Despite the hard work and commitment of our fantastic staff and volunteer team, the shop is no longer financially viable. Closing the shop is not a decision we have taken lightly, but it is the most responsible step to protect funding for hospice care in the long term and ensure our resources can have the greatest impact for our patients and their friends and families.

Our recently opened Accrington Shop will now be your nearest East Lancashire Hospice shop and the closest location for dropping off donations. If you're looking for a dedicated children's shop, we'd love to welcome you to our Clitheroe Kids Shop. ✨

Please note that we are no longer accepting donations at our Great Harwood shop. We truly appreciate your continued support and donations, which can be taken to our Accrington shop instead.

Thank you for your understanding, support and continued commitment to supporting specialist palliative care and support for the people of Blackburn, Darwen, Hyndburn and the Ribble Valley.

29/10/2026

We're looking for an Education Team Volunteer to help support the delivery of learning and development activities at East Lancashire Hospice. 📚

This varied role includes preparing training materials, welcoming attendees, supporting education sessions, helping organise resources and providing general administrative support to the team.

By volunteering with our Education Team, you'll play a part in helping our staff and volunteers develop the skills and knowledge needed to continue providing palliative care and support for patients, and their friends and families.

🎓 Find out more and apply today: https://bit.ly/4l2GWze

28/10/2026

Festive Breakfast with the Grinch is coming to East Lancashire Hospice! 💚🎄

Start the Christmas season with a morning full of festive fun, laughter and a little bit of mischief at our Festive Breakfast with the Grinch.

After enjoying a delicious festive breakfast in Café Retreat, little ones can look forward to:

💚 Meeting the Grinch
🎵 Dancing, singing and festive games
✉️ Writing their letter to Father Christmas
🎨 Christmas crafts and creative activities
✨ Plenty of festive surprises along the way

Perfect for families who enjoy a bit of Christmas chaos and want to make magical memories together this festive season.

📍 East Lancashire Hospice, Park Lee Road, Blackburn, BB2 3NY

🎟️ Choose your time slot:
🕘 9:30am to 11:30am
🕚 11:30am to 1:30pm
🕐 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Last year's Festive Breakfast sold out quickly, so we'd recommend booking early to avoid disappointment: https://bit.ly/4cOn8gg

28/10/2026

🛍️ Join our retail team!

We're looking for an enthusiastic Shop Manager to lead one of our East Lancashire Hospice charity shops and play a vital role in raising funds for the Hospice.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll oversee the day-to-day running of the shop, support volunteers, maximise sales and Gift Aid income, and create a welcoming environment for customers, supporters and donors.

Every sale helps East Lancashire Hospice continue providing palliative care and support for patients, and their friends and families.

Find out more and apply on our website: https://bit.ly/3ZAngZL

27/10/2026

🤝🎨 Networking, but not as you know it...

From Pitch & Paint to trying our hand at Kinusaiga, our events are all about bringing local businesses together in a relaxed and creative environment.

This November, we're inviting businesses from across the community to join us once again for an afternoon of conversation, creativity and connection.

Whether you're looking to grow your network or simply take some time away from your desk, Network Neighbours offers a welcoming space to build new relationships while supporting East Lancashire Hospice.

📅 23rd November 2026
📍 East Lancashire Hospice
⏰ 2:30pm – 4:30pm

✨ Creative activities
🤝 Informal networking
☕ Refreshments
💙 Supporting your local Hospice

This event is free to attend, with donations welcomed on the day.

👉 Book your place: https://bit.ly/4dyFW2u

26/10/2026

🎃 Annual Charity Scarecrow Hunt is on this weekend!

We’re excited to be part of this year’s Charity Scarecrow Hunt and we’d love for you to come and find our scarecrow! It’s always a brilliant day out, full of creativity, community spirit and plenty to explore.

There’ll be amazing scarecrows to discover, fantastic prizes, stalls, tombola, a raffle, refreshments, Darwen Ducks and lots of family fun, all while supporting East Lancashire Hospice and the Blackburn with Darwen Poppy Appeal as the chosen charities.

📅 Saturday 31st October 2026
⏰ 10am – 4:30pm
📍 The Redeemer Church, Jack Walker Way, BB2 4JJ

Make sure you stop by and see our scarecrow display! We can’t wait to be part of this year’s trail and see everyone's amazing creations ❤️

25/10/2026

And this week's lottery results are in... Are you a lucky winner? 😆

You can now check your ticket in seconds using our new online ticket checker! Simply enter your number to see if you’ve won.

Playing our weekly lottery is another way you can support us, so not only are you in with a chance of winning any of the above prizes weekly, but you are also supporting your local hospice ❤️

Check your numbers or register to become a member here - https://bit.ly/4vlWyTo

24/10/2026

"I wish more people knew..."

There are many things people might not know about Hospice care. ❤️

From counselling and bereavement support, to complementary therapies and personal care, our teams provide a wide range of services that support people in ways they might not expect.

We asked members of our team what they wish more people knew about the services they provide every day, and their answers highlight just a few of the ways East Lancashire Hospice provides specialist palliative care and support for patients, and their friends and families.

💬 Najjif Shah, Counsellor
"As a Counsellor, I wish more people knew that hospice support is not just for patients. We also provide emotional support, counselling and bereavement services for their friends and families, helping them navigate some of life's most difficult challenges with compassion and understanding."

🛁 Graham Garlick, Bathing Assistant
"As a Bathing Assistant, I wish more people knew that something as simple as a warm bath can give a person comfort, dignity, confidence and a sense of being themselves again."

🌿 Ashleigh Foster, Complementary Therapist
"As a Complementary Therapist, I wish more people knew that we offer much more than massage. We have a small team of highly skilled therapists who offer sound bath and meditation experiences, reflexology, reiki, HEARTS, M Technique and group relaxation. We offer something for everyone who needs some time out from 'being a patient'."

Hospice care is often different from what people expect. That's why we're sharing the voices of the people who deliver our services every day. These reflections offer just a small insight into the many ways we're by people's side, helping them make the most of life.

You can learn more about our services here: https://bit.ly/4eQuOQz

Address

Park Lee Road
Blackburn
BB23NY

Telephone

+441254965830

Website

https://www.eastlancshospice.org.uk/

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