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Graham and Janet standing together, wearing holiday attire. Graham is wearing a yellow shirt, Jan has a flowery dress on.

Jan’s story: care, courage and community

Blog Stories

For years, Jan was a familiar face in Brighton & Hove – first behind the wheel as a bus driver, then standing up for others as a union representative. When she was suddenly diagnosed with advanced pancreatic cancer in December 2025, her family’s world changed overnight. Jan and her husband Graham share their story and explain how Martlets has brought comfort, dignity and peace during the toughest of times.

Group of six gardening volunteers - four men, two women, including Alison who has grey hair. All wearing gardeng gear.

Volunteers’ Week

Awareness Days Blog Volunteering

Volunteers’ Week, 1–7 June, is a national celebration of the millions of people who give their time and skills to support causes close to their hearts. Throughout the week, we’ll be sharing comments, photos and video clips from our volunteers at Southern Hospice Group via our social media.

10 ways to remember your mum this Mother’s Day if you’re bereaved

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Mother’s Day can be an emotional day in the calendar if you’re bereaved and feeling the loss of your mum. There’s no “right” way to mark the day, and no obligation to be positive or productive. Remembering your mum can be gentle, personal, and entirely on your own terms. If it helps to do something, here are ten meaningful ways to remember your mum this Mother’s Day.

Family looking happy and smiling outdoors on a breezy day.

Caring for Sam on our inpatient ward

Blog Stories

Sam, who had motor neurone disease, received end-of-life care on Martlets inpatient ward in April 2025. Her husband Steve and daughter Evie talk about the difference hospice care made to Sam and their family.

Nathan and Bekki on their wedding day flanked by their children Cameron and Katelyn. The theme colours are white and mauve. Bekki carries a bouquet of mauve and white flowers, Katelyn is wearing a mauve bridesmaid's dress and the men wear mauve ties.

Nathan’s story: Bekki and I got married at Martlets

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Nathan’s wife Bekki was cared for at home by our community nursing team, and on our inpatient unit during her last weeks. The couple got married in our Sanctuary a week before Bekki died at the age of 34. Here, Nathan shares their story and talks about the support Martlets provided.