Angela, Colin and Julie look at press coverage of Colin's skydive

The sky’s the limit for Brighton & Hove hospice nurse

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Julie Stevens is part of the Community Nursing Team at Martlets, the hospice for Brighton and Hove. She met Colin just days before Christmas in 2025 when he was referred to the hospice for palliative care. She now visits Colin regularly and quickly realised there was something special about this octogenarian.  Julie said: “I first met Colin shortly after he was diagnosed, and he showed me wonderful pictures of all the things he and his wife, Angela, had done for Martlets – including a skydive just last year! He ...

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

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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

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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.