When a young patient told one of our nurses he wanted to play football, the hospice team knew what they had to do.
Jumpers for goal posts, a dash to the high street for a ball, and it was on.
In our garden, surrounded by staff and supporters, Isaiah’s wish came true.
This is what hospice care really looks like – moments full of joy, laughter and helping people live fully until the end.
Hospice care is more than you think.
Leave a gift in your Will by following the link in our bio.
#HospiceCareWeek #ThisIsHospiceCare @hospice_uk
From Gwyneth’s ‘Dancing Queen’ routine to Brian’s speedy salsa, our patients show us every day that hospice care is more than you think.
Hospices are places where people can laugh, move, celebrate and embrace life.
By supporting hospice care – with perhaps a small gift in your Will – you’ll help ensure our team can help people achieve what matters to them.
Leave a gift in your Will by following the link in our bio.
#HospiceCareWeek #ThisIsHospiceCare @hospice_uk
Our Super Spring Raffle raised £46,000 🥳
Every raffle ticket purchased is helping us to care for more people across south east London. Even if you didn't win a prize this time, your ticket is helping to change lives when it matters most. 💜
From all of us at St Christopher's - thank you!
[Image description: 4 St Christopher's nurses hold up signs saying 'THANK YOU!']
On Sunday 10 May, over 2,400 incredible people came together at Keston Common for Fun Walk 2026! Thank you so much to everyone who joined us. Whilst we may not have had the glorious sunshine of previous years, that didn’t stop us from having a wonderful day.
I’m thrilled to share with you that we’ve raised over £206,000 so far, and we’re still counting! This is an amazing achievement that simply wouldn’t be possible without supporters like you.
Every step walked and every single pound raised means that we can continue to be there for families across south east London when they need us most. Whether you walked, sponsored someone or volunteered your time or talents on the day - thank you for making Fun Walk 2026 one to remember.
#FunWalk #CharityWalk #fundraisingevent
“It just gives me a sense of peace, tranquillity and calm." 🌳🌸
Melissa's beautiful garden in Dulwich will be opening its doors this weekend in support of our Open Gardens scheme. Melissa's garden has been designed by Ula Maria, winner of the prestigious Best in Show award at the 2024 Chelsea Flower Show.
Click the link in our bio to read more about Melissa's vision for her garden, and information about Open Gardens.
Happy International Nurses day to all of our wonderful nurses. Last Sunday at Fun Walk, our supporters took a moment to say thank you to the nurses who care for people and families in our community every day 🎉👏
#InternationalNursesDay
Today is International Nurses Day, a day where we recognise the incredible impact and contribution nurses across the world make.
Patrick is one of our Community Nurses, supporting people in their own homes to live every moment well. Patrick has been working with Eli to get him back on his bike - something that has helped Eli to find purpose again 🚲
Did you know that a large part of our nursing care happens outside of our hospice walls? Every day, our Community Nurses are helping patients across South East London to reconnect with the things that matter most to them.
#InternationalNursesDay
Fun Walk 2026 - you were one to remember! 👣
So far we've raised over £190,000 for our hospice and counting! 🎉 Thank you so much to everyone who joined us yesterday.
Fun Walk might be over but there's still time to get your donations and sponsorship money in. Every pound raised will help us continue caring for people across south east London when it matters most 💜
Head to the link in our bio to donate to Fun Walk 2026.
Getting ready for Fun Walk, St Christopher’s style 👣
Take a look back at staff walking the route and putting up signage last year with lots of smiles, fresh air and teamwork. See you all on Sunday! 🌞
Registration will close at midday TODAY! Tickets can purchased on the day for £20 per adult and £5 per child (aged 6 - 16). 5s and under go free.
Follow the link in our bio to sign up now!
For those who are grieving, talking about death and dying can be an essential part of processing a loss.
Since Bill's wife died, Bill has been attending one of our weekly Bereavement Help Points to open up and share his experiences with others. Our Bereavement Help Points are informal spaces designed to bring people together to talk about death, dying and bereavement.
Bill has been accompanied by Theresa, a volunteer in our Compassionate Neighbours scheme. Compassionate Neighbours brings local people together who might benefit from additional companionship. We matched Theresa and Bill with each other and we're so pleased to see the connection they've made 💙
Head to the link in our bio to find out more about our Bereavement Help Points.
#DMAW26
What’s your fantasy funeral?
As part of Dying Matters Awareness Week, members of the St Christopher’s staff team share their own thoughts on this question openly, thoughtfully and in their own words.
These reflections show that talking about death and dying is something we can all take part in, and that making space for these conversations can be meaningful, human and even comforting.
We’d love you to join in. What would matter most to you at your fantasy funeral? Share your thoughts in the comments 👇
#DMAW26
Follow the link in our bio to find out more about Dying Matters Awareness Week.
What's your fantasy funeral? This might sound like an unusual question, but we think it's a powerful way to open up conversations about death and dying.
Ghulam and Carol told us about their fantasy funerals and we loved how personal and honest they were in their responses.
Today, we're inviting you to tell us about your fantasy funeral in the comments below 👇
#DMAW26
Follow the link in our bio to find out more about Dying Matters Awareness Week👉
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