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“We regret not getting Dad to the Hospice sooner — it felt like a weight lifted”
Bernard Cairns was admitted to Dr Kershaw’s Inpatient Unit in January 2023 after becoming seriously unwell just four months earlier. He was able to spend his last days in a peaceful, supportive environment with his family by his side, something his daughters will be forever grateful for.
“The Hospice became a place of comfort, not sadness”
When Ted Weigh was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, his daughter Helen and wife Elizabeth focused on making the most of every moment together. After his health suddenly deteriorated, the family experienced the compassionate care of Dr Kershaw’s Hospice for the very first time — something Helen says changed their understanding of hospice care forever.
CEO guest blog: International Nurses Day
Our Chief Executive, Adele Doherty, has written a guest blog to thank our nurses for their kindness and compassion as they help people across Oldham to die with dignity.
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“A Chinese on Christmas Eve at the Hospice meant so much to us”
When Jean was diagnosed with cancer 12 months before she sadly passed away, the Hospice stepped in for her final weeks, giving the family precious memories, care and support.
“Eve’s care could not have been handled better.”
When Eve was nearing the end of her life, her husband, Colin, didn’t know how he was going to cope alone. With no close family around them, all he wanted was for Eve to be comfortable, cared for, and treated with dignity. With support from Dr Kershaw’s Hospice, that’s exactly what happened — with the couple receiving comfort and compassion when it was needed most.