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2 days ago
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Sisters celebrate lifelong connection to South Essex hospice on 35th anniversary
TWO sisters are celebrating a lifelong connection to St Luke's Hospice built on decades of volunteering, fundraising and the compassionate care their loved ones received as it marks its 35th anniversary. Heidi Carter and Debbie Lovering are long-standing volunteers at St Luke's Hospice in Basildon, following in the footsteps of their parents who were among the hospice's first volunteers. As the hospice celebrates 35 years of service, the sisters also celebrate 35 years since the hospice changed their families lives forever. Read more 'Superstar' children in Southend raise more than £12,000 for cancer charity Southend charity supporting homeless people with pets gets national recognition Charity reaches £240k fundraising goal needed to buy Westcliff community hub Their parents, Maxine and Tony Carter, became early supporters of the newly founded hospice and volunteered in its early fundraisers. In 2017, Maxine was admitted to the Basildon In-Patient Unit, where she died peacefully in a place she had come to know very well. Debbie's husband, Mark, was also cared for here, before he passed away in March 2020. Most recently, their father Tony was cared for in the Thurrock unit, in July 2024. Volunteering - The sister's mum, Maxine, volunteering at the hospice in the early days. (Image: St Luke's Hospice) Debbie said: 'Our family has been part of St. Luke's Hospice since the beginning - we've grown up with it, first through our parents volunteering, and then through the incredible care the Hospice gave them at the end of their lives. 'Dad had been in hospital for several weeks before we told him he was going to St. Luke's - when we did, he smiled a big smile. Heidi added: "When mum was admitted, it was like she instantly felt at peace - the care and compassion shown to her, and us as a family, was beyond words." In January 2012, the family took part in an organised midnight fundraising walk at Lakeside Shopping Centre for the Hospice - a memory they "treasure to this day." The sisters regularly collect donations at shopping centres, and most recently volunteered at the Hospice's 35th anniversary Garden Parties. They have also held funeral collections in memory of their parents, and continue to raise funds for the hospice. To find out more about St. Luke's Hospice, visit the charity's website
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
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Phil Collins Is in Hospital for Surgery, Not in Hospice, Rep Confirms
A representative for Phil Collins has shut down online rumors that the legendary singer and drummer is currently in hospice care, confirming that the 73-year-old artist is instead in the hospital for a knee surgery. Speculation surrounding Collins' health began circulating online this week, with some social media users falsely claiming that the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer had entered hospice — a facility typically reserved for end-of-life care. However, a rep for Collins confirmed to TMZ that those rumors are unfounded. More from Billboard Pantera Cancel Tour Dates to Mourn Ozzy Osbourne Ed Sheeran Expands 2026 Australia and New Zealand Tour Billy Joel Complements 'And So It Goes' Documentary Release With 155-Track 'Musical Companion' The spokesperson clarified that Collins is currently hospitalized, but only due to a recent knee operation, and not due to any terminal condition. Concerns over Collins' health have been ongoing in recent years. The former Genesis frontman has openly discussed his medical challenges, many of which stem from a serious spinal injury he suffered in 2007. Complications from that injury led to nerve damage and drop-foot, a condition that has left him with little to no sensation in one of his feet. Since 2015, Collins has used a cane to walk and has had difficulty standing for extended periods. In his 2024 documentary Phil Collins: Drummer First, which premiered on Dec. 18 on the Drumeo YouTube channel, the musician gave a candid update on how his health has impacted his life and career. 'I've spent all my life playing drums. To suddenly not be able to do that is a shock,' he said in the film. 'If I can't do what I did as well as I did it, I'd rather relax and not do anything. If I wake up one day and I can hold a pair of drumsticks, then I'll have a crack at it. But I just feel like I've used up my air miles.' Collins, who officially retired from performing with Genesis in 2022 following a seated farewell concert, also shared in past interviews that he had postponed recording new music due to feeling 'very sick.' His final Genesis performance in London saw him joined by longtime bandmates Mike Rutherford and Tony Banks, and was marked by an outpouring of love from fans. At the time, Collins joked to the crowd, 'After tonight, we've all got to get real jobs.' Collins has achieved remarkable success on the Billboard charts throughout his career, particularly during the 1980s. As a solo artist, Collins earned seven No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, including 'Against All Odds (Take a Look at Me Now),' 'Sussudio,' and 'Another Day in Paradise,' which spent four weeks at the top. His 1985 album No Jacket Required dominated the Billboard 200, earning diamond certification and winning the Grammy for Album of the Year. With Genesis, Collins reached No. 1 with 'Invisible Touch' in 1986. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart Solve the daily Crossword
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3 days ago
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Music Legend, 74, Rumored to Be on Hospice Sets Record Straight Amid Declining Health
Music Legend, 74, Rumored to Be on Hospice Sets Record Straight Amid Declining Health originally appeared on Parade. Concerns are mounting for Phil Collins after a recent hospitalization sparked rumors that he was on hospice. However, a rep for Collins set the record straight, telling TMZ that Collins is not on hospice — but he was hospitalized to undergo knee surgery. Collins' health has been a topic of conversation for fans for years. The musician's health has been up and down since he suffered a spinal injury in 2007. Collins, 74, has suffered with decreased mobility as well as mental health challenges, according to Today. Concerns seemed to kick into high gear after his Phil Collins: Drummer First documentary hit YouTube in December 2024. 'If I can't do what I did as well as I did it, I'd rather relax and not do anything," Collins said. "If I wake up one day and I can hold a pair of drumsticks then I will have a crack at it. I just feel like I've used up my air miles." "The drumming has taken its toll on my hands and legs," he also said. More recently, the Genesis icon previously told MOJO that he was "very sick." "I keep thinking I should go downstairs to the studio and see what happens. But I'm not hungry for it anymore. The thing is, I've been sick, I mean very sick," Collins told the outlet. 🎬 🎬 Music Legend, 74, Rumored to Be on Hospice Sets Record Straight Amid Declining Health first appeared on Parade on Jul 27, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 27, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
BBC News
3 days ago
- Health
- BBC News
From Severn Hospice chaplain to counselling with alpacas
The chaplain of a Shropshire hospice is leaving his role after 30 years to pursue a new adventure on his alpaca Edwards worked at Severn Hospice and was a former Church of England he will use his knowledge to offer specialist counselling and training services at his farm at said his time at the hospice had been a privilege, often helping people and their families as they went through end-of-life care. "The hospice has a non-religious foundation, but it recognised that offering a spiritual dimension to its care was just so important," he said."Spirituality is very difficult to define - for some it's a religion and belief in a greater power, for others not. "But everyone has it within them and it's how they respond to that which defines it for them... my role was to help them connect to whatever was within themselves."Mr Edwards also often arranged and performed weddings and blessings for patients, as well as conducting their he would conduct a person's funeral shortly after their helping patients, he also helped staff as part of his pastoral duties."My time at the hospice has been so rewarding and fulfilling, but I'm not retiring, I'm just giving up full-time work," he Edwards will be using his alpaca farm to offer counselling and training, adding that the animals offered a "real therapeutic benefit", particularly for people who are neurodiverse. Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
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4 days ago
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'We are incredibly touched' - stunning RHS award-winning garden unveiled in York
AN award-winning RHS garden has landed at a hospice in York. Garden designers Deb Strachan from Teesside and Alison Walker from near Leeds have generously donated their silver medal-winning garden called Symbiotic Flow, to St Leonard's Hospice in Tadcaster Road, following its success at last week's RHS Wentworth Woodhouse Flower Show. Recommended reading: 'The current funding model is just not sustainable' - York hospice boss speaks out 'It's been quite a year for Rowan' - York teen wins two more golds for England York helicopter engineer's record bike ride bid The seven-metre-long border, sponsored by Vertigrow and Composite Prime, was awarded a silver medal by the Royal Horticultural Society at last week's show, where it was praised for its colour palette, naturalistic design and sustainability credentials. St Leonard's Hospice in Tadcaster Road, York (Image: Supplied) Deb said: 'We chose St Leonard's because we wanted the garden to go somewhere care related, both of us having worked in the NHS before becoming garden designers, and Alison's friend who volunteers at the hospice suggested St Leonard's. "When we visited, the team were so enthusiastic and friendly, it felt right for the garden to go there.' The garden was carefully lifted and replanted in its new permanent home at the Hospice this week, giving patients, visitors and staff a calming space within the Hospice's existing garden, with a group of volunteers coming to help with the planting. 'It's an honour to receive an award for our garden, and even more meaningful knowing it will live on at St Leonard's,' said Deb. 'We designed Symbiotic Flow to promote peace and wellbeing, values that fit beautifully with the hospice's aims. "It reflects the connection between people and nature, whilst also supporting wildlife. We'd like to thank the St Leonard's gardening volunteers, led by John, who helped prepare and plant the bed, and Billy from the facilities team who helped with transport and setting up the sculpture.' The new RHS award-winning garden at St Leonard's Hospice (Image: Supplied) A sculpture inspired by natural spirals was donated by Composite Prime using recycled materials, which sits in the centre of the garden. York-based plant nursery Vertigrow on the A64 provided the majority of the plants for the garden. Anne-Marie Roberts, director of clinical services at St Leonard's, said: 'We are incredibly touched by this generous gift, and grateful to Deb and Alison for thinking of us. Our gardens are such an important part of the care we provide to patients, their families and visitors. "They offer peace and a connection with nature at a time when people need it most. We're thrilled to welcome Symbiotic Flow into our space, and very grateful to all those who came to help with the planting.' Now a permanent feature of the hospice grounds, the new garden offers a peaceful place for quiet reflection and is open for anyone in the community who wishes to see it. Wentworth Woodhouse in South Yorkshire where the RHS recently held their show (Image: Archant)
