Blog Archives

Jaheda’s story

Jaheda, a healthcare assistant working on our inpatient wards, explains how her recent pilgrimage to Mecca has given her a new perspective on her care work.

How to talk about death and dying

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Our expert panel answer your questions about how to talk honestly and openly about death, dying, and grief.

Advance Care Planning

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Dr Simone Ali highlights the importance of having an Advanced Care Plan in place, and how to go about creating one.

Preparing to say goodbye

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The death of someone close is one of the most difficult experiences we are likely to encounter. We look at the physical and emotional changes that can occur as death approaches, so that you are better prepared to say goodbye.

Martlets’ master of massage

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"I do massage treatments for patients and their carers – they both need relaxation to alleviate the discomforts of their physical and emotional distress"

Martlets – built with inclusivity in mind

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Sunday 16 March is Disabled Access Day which highlights the importance of accessibility and inclusiveness for all. Our new hospice building, which opened in 2024, was designed with these principles in mind.

Bereavement counselling saved my life

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Roy was devastated after the loss of his wife Pat, who was cared for by Martlets. At first, he was reticent about ‘talk therapy’, but now he’s keen to encourage other bereaved men to get this support.

Paula’s story

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"The medical care was just incredible, and there was holistic support that looked after every aspect of Gordon’s health and our family’s wellbeing too."

How dragonflies help David remember his dad

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"There was something about Martlets that always felt calming and comforting right from when we walked through the door. They did so much more than just managing the medical side of things and really listened to what Dad wanted and to us as a family."