Whitworth Hospital raised £372.73 for Ashgate Hospice through their Wear It Pink week in memory of beloved colleague Jo Middleton, who dedicated over 25 years to caring for others. Thank you to all who donated and honoured Jo’s legacy. 💗
#WearItPink #AshgateHospice #WhitworthHospital
I'm really pleased to share that Ashgate Hospice, Blythe House, and Treetops Hospice, all of which support residents here in Derbyshire Dales, will receive a share of £75 million in Government funding.
#DerbyshireDales #HospiceCare #AshgateHospice #TreetopsHospice #BlytheHouse #NHS #PalliativeCare
Learn more about what makes Ashgate a safe place to be yourself at work and browse our current opportunities: www.ashgatehospice.o...
#Inclusive #Welcoming #AshgateHospice
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We're hosting a Charity Golf Day on the 26th September to raise vital funds for Ashgate Hospice , with a goal of surpassing £4,000! Come and enjoy a fantastic day on the green while supporting an amazing local charity.
#golfforgood #charity #charityevent #chemodex #ashgatehospice #charitygolf
A customer smiling at our shop staff as they give them their purchased item.
Every time you shop, donate, or volunteer at an #AshgateHospice shop, you helping to fund our essential care, but did you know you're also:
- strengthening your community 🤝
- helping protect the planet 🌍
- boosting the local economy 🛍️
- fostering connection 🤗
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Did you know that over 50% of our employees are aged 50 and over?
Today is #AgeWithoutLimits Day. To mark the day, three of our employees talked about what it is like working for #AshgateHospice in their 60s.
Listen to Colin, John and Julie talk about their experiences.
This #VolunteersWeek we sat down with some of our amazing volunteer gardeners to hear what inspired them to give their time and how it feels to contribute to #AshgateHospice
Their care and dedication touch every corner of our gardens — and everyone who spends time in them.
Chrissie in uniform at Ashgate Hospice
“I’m proud to be me – and proud to work somewhere that supports that” - Chrissie Neal
In honour of #PrideMonth, Chrissie, one of our Senior Healthcare Assistants, reflects on what #Pride means to her in our latest blog post.
Read the full blog: shorturl.at/BZ47T
#Inclusive #AshgateHospice
Along with the Inpatient Unit, we were able to show Kathy our improved Day Services, Reception, and Clinic areas and how they are helping us to provide a better experience for patients and visitors.
#AshgateHospice #Derbyshire #HospiceCare
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A photo of Erica taken by Marti Albesa.
As #DyingMattersWeek begins, we're launching our latest series of The Life and Death Podcast — starting with a thought-provoking episode featuring journalist and author, Erica Buist.
#AshgateHospice #DyingMatters #DayOfTheDead #Podcast #DeathAndDying #Grief
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A photo of Roy speaking into a microphone.
Series six of #TheLifeAndDeathPodcast is landing in your headphones next week!
As we look ahead, we’re revisiting where it all began...
#AshgateHospice #ComingSoon #Podcastsky #Hospicesky
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Knowing when to refer makes all the difference – let’s chat about how we can provide the right care, in the right place, at the right time, together.
For full details, and to register, visit: www.ashgatehospice.o...
#AshgateHospice
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It was such a joy to be invited onto @ashgatehospice.bsky.social The Life & Death podcast to talk about end of life doulas. Even more special to visit and tour the hospice in my hometown on the edge of the Peak District where my roots run deep 💚
#thelifeanddeathpodcast #AshgateHospice
Keep an eye out for their future fundraising efforts — and please join us in giving them a heartfelt thank you for their #kindness and compassion.
#FundraisingHeroes #AshgateHospice
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Join the sea of pink flashing bunny ears that takes over Chesterfield on Saturday 28 June! 💜
Our Early Bird Deal ends today and after that, general entry increases to £20.
So, sign up today and grab yourself a bargain before it's too late: www.ashgatehospice.o...
#AshgateHospice #CharityWalk
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Our very own housekeeping staff have arranged the flowers and placed them around the hospice for our patients and everyone to enjoy. 💜
#AshgateHospice #MakingADifference
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Hospice staff in uniform wearing odd socks
Birdseye view of people stood in a circle showing off their odd socks
On #WorldDownSyndromeDay our team rocked odd socks across the hospice to raise awareness for The Down Syndrome Association.
We are proud to raise this awareness and celebrate inclusion — because everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and valued.
#LotsOfSocks #AshgateHospice
For every entry into the event, #AshgateHospice will receive £5. By taking part, you can also choose to fundraise for Ashgate Hospice, helping us continue to provide vital care and support for local people who need us.
Sign up today: www.avtiming.com/ped...
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You don't want to miss our biggest and best #SparkleNightWalk yet! 📣
Over 60% of tickets to this year's event, sponsored by Magpie Beauty, have already sold! ✨
Secure your ticket today for just £12: www.ashgatehospice.org.uk/sparkle-night-walk
#AshgateHospice #SignUp #EarlyBird #CharityWalk
Staff and volunteers in uniform outside in a bright courtyard holding up 'proud to be outstanding' posters.
Staff outside in the hospice gardens holding up 'proud to be outstanding' posters.
Day Services staff in uniform holding up 'proud to be outstanding' posters.
We were delighted to be rated #Outstanding by the CQC
We couldn't do what we do without our incredible staff and volunteers. Every single person makes #AshgateHospice a truly special place. 💜
Check out the report and learn more about our #CompassionateCare: www.ashgatehospice.o...
We're so proud of our incredible Housekeeping team! ✨
From keeping our hospice spotless, to creating a warm and welcoming environment for patients and visitors, their hard work makes a world of difference. 💜
Join us in saying a huge thank you to our #HousekeepingHeroes! 👏💐
#AshgateHospice
A graphic with text that reads: '99% of staff and volunteers would be happy to recommend our care to family and friends.'
We're thrilled to share the results of our latest pulse survey, highlighting our staff and volunteer satisfaction.
Their feedback inspires us to keep making Ashgate a great place to work and volunteer!
Read more from the report at: shorturl.at/k14xd
#AshgateHospice #JobSatisfaction
Ashgate staff and volunteers outside the hospice cheering. Photo by Nick Rhodes.
We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve been rated #Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission #CQC - scoring 100% in four out of five categories! 🎉
Read the report: www.ashgatehospice.o....
#AshgateHospice
#QualityCare #CompassionateCare #Hospice
As an AuDHD practitioner, Sarah Knee reflects on the importance of compassion, creating safe spaces, and embracing her own strengths to make a difference at #AshgateHospice
Read more: shorturl.at/CWnIN
#NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek
The group of fundraisers gathered around a pool table and in front of a dart board.
A group of darts enthusiasts will play the sport non-stop for 24 hours to raise much-needed funds for #AshgateHospice
The group was inspired to take on the challenge in memory of their family and friends we have cared for over the years.
Read about their epic challenge: shorturl.at/DJsl4
A heartfelt thank you to everyone involved in this amazing fundraising and community effort!
Your generosity and support mean the world to us. 💜
#AshgateHospice #Hospice #CuddleBed #AshgateHospiceCuddleBed #Community #MakingADifference
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A woman and her two daughters sat on a bridge over a river.
Steph Upton has been living with #lymphoedema since 2021, after being diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 34.
She shares how #AshgateHospice supports her in managing her symptoms and the difference it has made in her life.
Read more: shorturl.at/xAjtk
#LymphoedemaAwareness
While there is no cure for lymphoedema, the condition can be managed with a range of treatments, such as skin care, massage, exercise and compression.
Read more on our website: www.ashgatehospice.o...
#LymphoedemaAwareness #AshgateHospice
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But #allyship is an ongoing journey - one where listening, learning, and standing up for what’s right truly matters.
Read the full blog post here: shorturl.at/DJonf
#AshgateHospice #LGBTsky #LGBT #Inclusivity
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Sign up to run through the streets of our beautiful market town and fundraise to support your local #hospice: www.chesterfield10k.com
Look the part with your very own #AshgateHospice running vest, available on our website: www.ashgatehospice.o...
#runningsky
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