News
Here we share news and blog posts from across the organisation.
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By News Team on September 9, 2021
St Ann’s new training for community-based care providers
The free online training will cover an introduction to palliative and end of life care, as well as the signs that indicate someone may be…
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By Rachel McMillan on September 1, 2021
Community Spirit during a pandemic
For some, the difficult time we’ve all been going through has also presented an opportunity to build new friendships with neighbours, with local communities coming together to…
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By News Team on August 5, 2021
Great Manchester Run in memory of Debbie Peck
They turned to the Little Hulton hospice for support with symptoms following Debbie’s lung cancer diagnosis. Our team of staff managed the Irlam grandmother’s symptoms and supported…
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By Rachel McMillan on July 13, 2021
Sanctuary for the homeless
Ensuring the homeless population in our city is safe and vaccinated is incredibly important. But, at St Ann’s, we’ve also been working hard over…
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By Rachel McMillan on May 17, 2021
Celebrating 50 Years of St Ann’s
“This month sees St Ann’s Hospice turn 50 years old. The hospice is one of the oldest and largest in the UK and, as chief…
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By Rachel McMillan on May 10, 2021
Dispelling the Myths by Rachel McMillan
“When you think of things people are scared, wary or unsure of, lots of pictures spring to mind. Spiders, snakes, heights…But, hospices probably aren’t top of the list. “However,…
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By News Team on March 3, 2021
Spotlight on… our Lymphoedema Team
Lymphoedema is a swelling which can occur in any part of the body. Lymphoedema occurs when the lymphatic system does not drain properly. This can be…
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By News Team on February 12, 2021
Caring for our community for 50 years!
Emotional support Jean Gibbs was appointed our first Matron at our site in Little Hulton in 1979. She was passionate about creating the same warm…
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