Care in the hospice

In-patient unit

Comfortable and private with the space to have visitors at any time. Treat the In-patient Unit as your own home. Our dedicated and expert team will be here for you whenever you need it. Read more

What to expect

Find out more about arriving at the Hospice, our facilities and what to bring with you Read more

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Our Trustees

This page explains, in general, what are trustees and what they do, and, specific to the Hospice, gives a list the members of the Hospice's Board and how to contact them,

Lavender Memories Appeal

Join us in celebration of the lives of friends and family with our Lavender Memories Appeal

Ultra Challenge - South West Coast 2 Coast

A new 'Coast to Coast' Challenge for 2020 across England's South West Peninsular

Ultra Challenge - Lake District

Join the Lake District Challenge and take on England's finest countryside at your pace

You are just a click away from making a real difference to the lives of the terminally-ill people living in the community. Together we can support even more families whenever and wherever they need us.

Community palliative care

Our community team is made up of experienced, expert Clinical Nurse Specialists, doctors, nurses and Health Care Assistants.

How to refer

We welcome referrals for patients at all stages of their illness, including early stages, so that we can support them, their families and their friends for as long as possible.

Vision and mission

Our vision is to be the local hospice of choice delivering expert, compassionate palliative and end of life care to all who need us in our community.

About Volunteering

Hospice volunteers are an integral part of our organisation. Find out how to become a volunteer.

In-patient unit

Comfortable and private with the space to have visitors at any time. Treat the In-patient Unit as your own home. Our dedicated and expert team will be here for you whenever you need it.

Our history

St Raphael's Hospice opened its doors in April 1987. See the journey to where we are now.

Hospice at home

We believe in providing care wherever the patient is comfortable or calls home as well as supporting carers

Become a volunteer

Support us by kindly giving your valuable time. Register your interest online here without committing yourself.

Welcome to our hospice

We strive to improve the lives of those affected by terminal or life-limiting illnesses, giving them and their carers the confidence to cope and enjoy the best quality of life possible.