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St Joseph's Hospice helps people in East London to live life to the fullest, to the very end. 💙

We have been enhancing lives, easing pain and bringing comfort and understanding for over a hundred years. Nothing can soften the blow of learning that you have been diagnosed with an illness which cannot be cured and will bring an end to your life. But at St Joseph’s Hospice we help our patients and those closest to them, to cope with the anxiety and challenges which may arise. St Joseph’s broad

range of services enriches the lives of patients and their families from the diverse communities of east and north-east London. St Joseph’s is available to all those who can benefit from it; we work to meet all the needs of our patients, including those which reflect their ethnic, cultural or religious heritage. The care and treatment available at St Joseph’s helps patients live as actively as possible for as long as possible. It also supports the whole person, offering practical, emotional and spiritual help in addition to the medical care. The Day Hospice, social work team, chaplaincy, bereavement and children’s bereavement services all work to meet the needs of those with cancer and other life limiting illnesses as well as those of their families and carers. Most people with a serious illness prefer to remain at home if they can. Our Community Palliative Care Team works alongside other professionals, so that wherever possible, people needing palliative care can be cared for in their own homes.

12/06/2026

It’s Carers Week! Yesterday, our Carers Service hosted a relaxing event at the Hospice for unpaid carers in the local community. We held a yoga session, enjoyed lots of free cake, and offered complimentary therapy massages. Thank you to everyone who came along! 😊

The Carer Social Club is a monthly peer support group for unpaid carers who are supporting someone with a life-limiting condition. It offers a welcoming space to come together for a cuppa, support and and a chat. You are very welcome to turn up to one of our sessions without registering.

Find out more about our next upcoming session on our website: a therapeutic workshop about the loss and grief that can come with caring, facilitated by our Bereavement Service Coordinator. Thursday 9th July:

https://www.stjh.org.uk/our-care/community-and-day-services/carers-social-club/

05/06/2026

"I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all our volunteers for all their hard work and support. We really couldn't do it without you. Thank you so much." 💬👏

Hear from Simon, our Voluntary Services Manager, as he talks about the incredible contribution our volunteers make at St Joseph's.

Throughout Volunteers' Week, we've been busy celebrating the compassion and hard work of volunteers across the country, and recognising the difference every single one of our volunteers makes both in the community and here at the hospice.

If you're interested in volunteering with us you can find out more on our website. Explore our current opportunities and learn how to get in touch, we'd really love to have you on board 💙

https://www.stjh.org.uk/volunteer/

04/06/2026

“When her volunteer learned that Lucy* once had a beloved dog, the team introduced a lifelike toy dog. Lucy named him Bobby. She knew he wasn’t real, but the comfort he brought was.” 💙

Did you know we support people living with moderate to advanced dementia?

Dementia Wellbeing East London (DWEL) offers personalised, compassionate support to people like Lucy, who is in her eighties and lives alone in Hackney. When she was referred to the service, Lucy had been living with Alzheimer’s disease for five years. Despite daily visits from carers and her son, she felt lonely, isolated, and experienced high levels of anxiety.

After an assessment, Lucy was matched with DWEL volunteer Sandy. Through sensory and reminiscence activities - including crafts inspired by Lucy’s years working for a milliner - Sandy helped her to find calm and connection, with Bobby the toy dog bringing extra comfort.

With Sandy’s support, Lucy also began visiting the hospice to attend dementia-friendly events and music groups, helping her reconnect with others and find moments of joy.

Support like this changes lives - but it’s only possible with your help.

We’ve launched a new appeal to help fund this service so we can continue supporting people like Lucy, as well as their families and carers. Find out more and donate on our website 👉 https://www.stjh.org.uk/campaign/dementia-wellbeing-east-london-appeal/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=socials&utm_campaign=dwel26-launch

*Lucy’s name has been changed

03/06/2026

We held a special celebration at the Hospice this afternoon for all of our volunteers. It was a wonderful opportunity for everyone to come together and enjoy some food and cake whilst spending time socialising 🥳

As Simon, our Volunteering Manager, said in his speech:

"No matter what the role, no matter who you are, your support is what makes the difference to someone in the hospice or out in the community." 🙌

We are incredibly grateful to every single one of our volunteers at St Joseph’s. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for everything you do. It was also so special to hear from volunteers about why they give their time, and how many have built lasting friendships over the years through volunteering here. Our volunteers really are an amazing group who help make St Joseph’s the warm and supportive place it is 🤝

Interested in becoming a volunteer too? Please take a look at our website where you can find all available roles:

https://www.stjh.org.uk/volunteer/volunteer-opportunities/

01/06/2026

It’s Volunteers Week! 📣

At St Joseph’s, we’re proud to celebrate our amazing volunteers who support us across all our services, both in the Hospice and in the community.

We have over 500 volunteers at St Joseph’s Hospice. From Compassionate Neighbours and our Reception, to the Garden, Complementary Therapists, and our Dementia Wellbeing East London service, every role makes a real difference. To all of our volunteers, thank you for everything you do 👏💙

Thinking about giving back to your local community? We’ll be sharing more on our socials this week about our different volunteer roles and how you can get involved too. Visit our website to see our current roles, we’d love to welcome you 👇

https://www.stjh.org.uk/volunteer/volunteer-opportunities/

31/05/2026

Looking for some amazing bargains this summer? 👀☀️

Join us at St Joseph’s Hospice for The Big Summer Sale on Saturday 4th July! From stylish pre-loved clothing and shoes to bric-a-brac and toys, we've got hundreds of great items waiting to be discovered. This year, our much-loved £1 Sale is getting a refresh, with new £1, £3 and £5 price bands offering you even more great finds ✨

Saturday 4th July, 10am – 1pm
St Joseph's Hospice, E8 4SA

Find full event details here on our website:
https://www.stjh.org.uk/event/the-big-summer-sale/

30/05/2026

Your new summer read has just landed 👀☀️

Life Magazine is available to read now! 📖

In our second issue of 2026, you’ll see the reveal of the renovation work in our Day Hospice conservatory thanks to funding from our generous donors, hear from Ann, whose son Peter was cared for at St Joseph’s last year and spend a day in the life with Sharon, who works in our Bereavement Services. Plus, read about two of our Hospice support groups: our Carers Social Club and Neurological Support Group.

🔗 Read it now here:
https://www.stjh.org.uk/newsfeed/life-magazine/life-magazine-summer-26/

29/05/2026

We absolutely can’t wait to welcome you all to our Open Gardens Day tomorrow! 🌿🐝

Here are a few little close-ups from the garden ahead of the day. As you can see, the bees are really working hard to get everything ready, just like our wonderful garden team have been 💙

Saturday 30th May, 10am - 4pm
St Joseph’s Hospice Gardens, E8 4SA

Admission: £3 for adults, children go free. All admission proceeds will go to the National Garden Scheme. Find full information about the day on our website 👇

https://www.stjh.org.uk/event/st-josephs-hospice-open-gardens/

28/05/2026

The Great East End Quiz is back! 🚨

Get your best quizzers together and join us on Wednesday 24th June at with our amazing host, ’s 💙 It’s set to be a really fun night, with every penny raised going towards our vital care.

🔗 Book your table of 4-6 on our website (£10pp)

27/05/2026

Wishing a very happy and blessed Eid al-Adha to all who are celebrating at this special time. Eid Mubarak.💙

Address

St Joseph's Hospice, Mare Street
London
E84SA

Telephone

+442085256000

Website

http://www.stjh.org.uk/

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