A DAUGHTER has shared how Dr Kershaw’s Hospice helped her family create a treasured final memory with her dad. Sue McEwan’s father, Brian Swann, was…
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Volunteers save more than £548,000 as hospice highlights funding gap
HUNDREDS of volunteers have helped save Dr Kershaw’s Hospice more than half a million pounds over the past year, as the local charity continues to…
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Charity supported in Saddleworth and Oldham publishes new book
A NEW book will feature stories from people across Saddleworth and Oldham who have contributed to the history of a Greater Manchester charity. A Worthwhile…
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Dr Kershaw’s kicks off Christmas events in aid of patient care
A CHRISTMAS Fayre hosted by DR Kershaw’s Hospice was enjoyed by almost 600 poeple as well as raising almost £6,000 for patient care. And they…
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Festive fundraising for local Hospice this Christmas
DR Kershaw’s Hospice has launched a range of festive fundraisers for the community to take part in at home, school or workplace to support care…
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Make dedication for Dr Kershaw’s Light Up a Life Service
DR Kershaw’s Hospice is welcoming the community to remember their loved ones at its annual Light Up a Life service, taking place virtually and in-person…
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Trekkers return from ‘Home of the Giants’ in aid of children’s hospice
NINE residents from Oldham and Saddleworth were among triumphant trekkers who completed an arduous five-day trek through the mountains and fjords of Norway to raise…
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Hospices join forces with Strictly Dance to raise funds for patient care
DR Kershaw’s and Willow Wood Hospices have partnered up to bring their very own version of popular BBC programme Strictly Come Dancing once more. Royton-based…
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Atlantic rower to speak ‘frankly’ about adventures at Dr Kershaw’s event
FRANK Rothwell, who raised £1.1million by rowing solo across the Atlantic, will be talking about his adventures at a special event in aid of Dr…
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Kind-hearted Tommyfield Market traders donate to Dr Kershaw’s Hospice
TOMMYFIELD Market Traders Association has donated £304 to Dr Kershaw’s Hospice to say thank you for the charity’s wonderful work across the borough. The cash…
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Dr Kershaw’s Hospice named as finalist in national 2021 Nursing Times Awards
DR Kershaw’s Hospice has been shortlisted as a finalist in The Nursing Times Awards 2021 in recognition of the support its Home Team provides to…
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Health care assistants step up to support Dr Kershaw’s ‘Virtual Hospice Walk’
A TEAM of eight health care assistants from Dr Kershaw’s have come together to support the hospice where they work and are urging the community…
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Erin gives back to Dr Kershaws as volunteers made such a difference for her mum
WHEN Erin Bennett’s mum Hazel Reed was cared for at Dr Kershaw’s Hospice in 2018, the staff and volunteers did everything they could to make…
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Dr Kershaw’s junior fundraiser Keira honoured with Pride of Manchester Award
13-YEAR-OLD Keira Arnold who has raised more than £36,000 for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice has received a presitgiuous Pride of Manchester Teenager of Courage Award. The…
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Saddleworth fundraisers help ensure Dr Kershaw’s in-patient family lounge is ‘Furnished with Love’
SADDLEWORTH fundraisers were among those who helped raise more than £35,000 to complete Dr Kershaw’s new in-patient family lounge. The Royton-based hospice provides free, specialist,…
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Dr Kershaw’s new in-patient unit opens to community after pandemic delays
After a five-month delay due to the coronavirus pandemic, Dr Kershaw’s new state-of-the-art in-patient unit has opened, offering modern facilities for the local community. With…
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£11,000 boost for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice thanks to online retailer Studio Retail
DR Kershaw’s Hospice is one of three charities to receive a generous boost of £11,000 thanks to Studio Retail. The online retailer is sharing its…
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Saddleworth residents win big in Dr Kershaw’s lottery draw while helping hospice
By Jasmine Jackson LUCKY Saddleworth residents are among the winners of cash prizes in Dr Kershaw’s lottery draw, as well as helping raise funds for…
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Pearson Solicitors finishes year with more charitable giving for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice
PEARSON Solicitors and Financial Advisers are thrilled to be finishing the year with a £2,500 donation to Dr Kershaw’s Hospice. The Royton-based hospice is a…
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Keira’s Christmas wishes Gives the Gift of Comfort to Dr Kershaw’s Hospice patients
Junior fundraiser Keira Arnold decided to bring some joy and cheer this Christmas to Dr Kershaw’s Hospice day patients who have been unable to attend…
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Couple’s postponed wedding day made even more special by including Dr Kershaw’s Light Up a Life event
WHEN bride-to-be Kate Wilson found out her rearranged wedding fell on the same day as Dr Kershaw’s Light Up a Life event, she decided to…
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Festive fundraising to Give the Gift of Comfort to Dr Kershaw’s
DR Kershaw’s Hospice is asking the community to support its ‘Furnish with Love’ appeal by taking part in festive fundraising to raise money for its…
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Help shape the future of Dr Kershaw’s Hospice: Recruitment drive for trustees
Dr Kershaw’s Hospice is looking for new members to join their active Board of Trustees to help to continue to provide first class and effective…
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Dr Kershaw’s Hospice to Light Up a Life virtually this year
By Jasmine Jackson DR Kershaw’s Hospice is welcoming the community to remember their loved ones at its annual Light Up a Life event, which is…
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Join Dr Kershaw’s virtual thanksgiving and remembrance service for loved ones
DR Kershaw’s Hospice is inviting families to come together in their own homes and light a candle in memory of a loved one at a…
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Dr Kershaw’s Hospice announces new measures to help with patient care
Dr Kershaw’s Hospice has announced its new measures in light of the Covid-19 pandemic to continue to offer specialist, individualised, palliative and end-of-life care. In…
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Dr Kershaw’s Facilities Officer releases poem to rally nation and support NHS during COVID-19
PART-TIME poet Paul Barnes, who is Facilities Officer at Dr Kershaw’s Hospice, has written a poem to help rally the nation and show support for…
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Dr Kershaw’s Hospice needs you!
DR Kershaw’s Hospice is appealing for healthcare professionals based in Oldham to help in its time of need. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the hospice,…
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Trekkers to tackle Albanian Alps in aid of Francis House Children’s Hospice
A GREENFIELD woman is pulling on her walking boots for a trek in the Albanian Alps to help raise much-needed funds for Francis House Children’s…
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Greenfield woman leaves £28,000 to cancer hospice in memory of husband
A Greenfield woman has left £28,000 to Dr Kershaw’s Hospice as a ‘thank you’ for their nursing care towards her husband Percy. Percy Broadbent passed…
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Coliseum pantomime brings Christmas fun to hospice patients
DR Kershaw’s Hospice was feeling the ‘good vibrations’ when the cast of the ever-popular Oldham Coliseum pantomime dropped in for a visit. Eight members of…
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Dancers glitter at fundraising evening for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice
By Niamh Gallagher SIX glittering participants showed off their dancing skills at the third Strictly Kershaw’s event in aid of Dr Kershaw’s Hospice. The contestants…
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Popular Motown charity concert returns to Uppermill for Dr Kershaw’s
A POPULAR annual charity gig is hoping to continue its success of raising £2,000 for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice as it returns for a fifth time…
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