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Dorothy House opens two new shops and a Donation Centre
Dorothy House is to open doors at two new shops in Trowbridge and Corsham; unlocking potential to expand reach and better serve our communities. The shops will be welcome additions to our existing portfolio of 27 high street shops. The Hospice’s shop…
Running for Dorothy House – Liz’s story
When Liz’s best friend, Lydia, was undergoing cancer treatment in 2023, she decided she wanted to find a way to support her through it. Feeling a challenge would spur them both on, she chose the London Landmarks Half Marathon. Sadly, Lydia passed…
Bridget’s story – losing mum to lung cancer
In March 2025, Bridget lost her mum, Roda to lung cancer. With the support received by Dorothy House, Roda was able to stay at home. Bridget and her family set up a JustGiving page to raise funds for the Hospice, so far…
Supporter Care at Dorothy House
At Dorothy House, the care we provide is supported by many different teams of amazing staff and volunteers. Here we shine a light on our Supporter Care Team and the work they do for the Hospice. The Supporter Care team We are…
New playground for Dorothy House: how trusts and foundations support the Hospice
At Dorothy House, we believe that everyone deserves dignity, comfort, and compassion at the end of life. Every day, we provide expert palliative care and emotional support to patients and families across our community—free of charge. But we can’t do it alone.…
Michelle’s story – end of life care at Dorothy House
Last year, Michelle was diagnosed with breast cancer, later learning in November 2024 that it had spread, discovering 18 brain tumours. With a terminal diagnosis, she was referred to Dorothy House for end of life care. Michelle was determined to make the…
Dorothy House announces new Art Ambassador
Dorothy House is delighted to announce the appointment of internationally renowned artist, Bruce Munro as our new Art Ambassador. Bruce Munro joins nine other volunteer Ambassadors who all have a personal passion for outstanding end of life care and who use…
Amanda Simpson’s top chocolate cake recipe – Dorothy House Coffee Morning baking inspiration
One fantastic way to help support Dorothy House and raise funds is by hosting a Coffee Morning. We asked Amanda Simpson, Head of Business + Programme Development at Dorothy House, for a recipe recommendation for our Coffee Morning bakers. BBC Good Food…
World’s first neuroscience and play-based digital family mental health solution partners with Dorothy House
Revolutionary new mental health app lumin&us, for parents of children aged 3-12, has partnered with our Family Support Team to offer patients and their families free access to their award-winning, wellbeing app. A digital addition to Dorothy House’s in-person and group therapeutic…
Volunteers’ Week 2025 at Dorothy House
Volunteers’ Week returns after reaching its 40th anniversary last year. From 2-8 June 2025, Dorothy House is joining thousands of charities and voluntary organisations across the UK, recognising the invaluable contribution volunteers make to our communities. Volunteers are at the heart of…