Supporting the Next Generation of Healthcare Professionals
At Harlington Hospice, we believe in supporting not only the people in our care, but also the future of healthcare. This year, we were proud to welcome two Physician Assistant students to Michael Sobell House for a four-month placement that has had a remarkable impact on both the students and the hospice team. A developing […]
Your Hospice Our News 2025
Your Hospice, Our News is filled to the brim with interesting stories and perspectives from key members, volunteers and fundraisers across our organisation. Read our latest newsletter Recent news and stories Below are a selection of stories and memories documented by the teams at Harlington Hospice and Michael Sobell House.
Remembering Peter Grace
Anyone who met Peter knows he left a lasting impression – not just for his wit or warmth, but for the way he faced life’s hardest moments with courage and kindness. In July 2024, Peter was diagnosed with cancer. He accepted his prognosis with remarkable inner strength and determination, even when the path ahead was […]
A Journey Home: Arman’s Story
At Harlington Hospice, we believe in supporting each person to live meaningfully and in comfort, wherever that may be. For Arman, this meant helping him fulfil a deeply personal wish – to return home and be reunited with his family. A wish to go home Arman was just 43 when he came into our care […]
A Graduation to Remember: Debbie’s Journey
At Harlington Hospice and Michael Sobell House, we believe in focusing on what truly matters to each person who comes into our care. For Debbie, this meant recognising her incredible achievement and ensuring she had the chance to celebrate it with the people who loved her most. “Happy go lucky, funny, scatty, lovable” Debbie came […]
The power of art therapy
At Harlington Hospice we know that end-of-life care is about so much more than managing physical symptoms. It is about supporting the whole person and their family – emotionally, spiritually, and creatively. One of the ways we do this is through art therapy. This week, as part of Art Therapy in Hospices Week, we are […]
Funding boost helps ensure future sustainability of hospices across North West London
NHS North West London has announced a transformative commitment to improving end of life care for Londoners that will help safeguard the future of palliative care in the area. NHS North West London Integrated Care Board (ICB) announces £10.7m funding boost for hospices which will secure the provision of care for more people living and […]
Gifts in Wills are critical to our care – UK campaign brings hospices together
A national campaign encourages the general public to support their local hospice by leaving a gift in their wills. We at Harlington Hospice supporting Michael Sobell House are proud to be part of a wider hospice movement – a movement which prioritises compassionate care for our most vulnerable. Hospice funding is challenged Hospices across the […]
TOUCH AND GOA! Shirley’s Christmas Journey
Shirley’s repatriation journey We have learnt at the hospice that travelling ‘home’ when you are very ill often means going back to the country where you were born. This can be a really difficult practical task but so important. Shirley is just 36, with a husband and two delightful sons. She tragically has advanced cancer […]
Cooking: The personal touch at Michael Sobell House
Daniel, our chef at Michael Sobell House, takes great pride in his work and each meal he creates. As with all aspects of our care his cooking style is based around each person who stays with us. Below Daniel reflects on his role and the importance of tailoring each meal. “I first started cooking in […]
