Your Stories
777 swimmer’s story
The 777 Lakes Swim Challenge Nine determined swimmers recently completed the 777 Lakes Swim Challenge — seven miles across seven Cumbrian lakes in just seven days — raising vital funds…
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Learning to be myself – Irene’s story Grief can be lonely. By attending our bereavement together group, connections and friendships have been made. I came to the first Bereavement Group…
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Lonsdale Fest: A Tribute of Love, Strength and Gratitude When Pam lost her beloved husband just before Christmas, her world changed forever. But amid the grief and heartache, she found…
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My Volunteering Journey – In Memory of Linda Giving Back in Tribute My name is John Lowrey, and for the past two and a half years, I’ve been volunteering at…
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Finding Purpose in Giving Back: My Journey as a Hospice at Home Volunteer My name is Susan, and I’ve been a volunteer receptionist at Hospice at Home Carlisle and North…
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Finding Purpose in Giving Back: Angela’s Story as a Hospice at Home Volunteer My name is Angela Power. I’m retired, and my husband and I moved to Penrith about 16…
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From Volunteer Student to Staff Member: My Journey into Bereavement Counselling My name is Robyn and I currently work as a Counsellor within the Bereavement and Family Support Team at…
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My Volunteering Journey: Diane Hollyer – Event Volunteer and Health Care Assistant Introduction My name is Diane Hollyer, and I have been an Event Volunteer with Hospice at Home since 2016. In addition to my…
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My Volunteering Journey – Debbie Shearer, Trustee Director Introduction My name is Debbie Shearer, and I proudly serve as a Trustee Director for Hospice at Home. My journey with this incredible…
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Honoring Lorraine Bullogh: A Dedicated Volunteer 🌻 As we celebrate Volunteers Week, we take a moment to remember and honor the incredible dedication of Lorraine Bullogh, who sadly died earlier…
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