Our next annual November public information evening on bereavement will be held on Thursday, 2nd November 2017. This annual event aims to provide information about grief and the range of supports available to bereaved people. The evening will open with an introduction followed by a number of talks and video presentations. Guest speaker Laura Kennedy […]
The Irish Hospice Foundation sends their condolences to the family and friends of actor and political campaigner Tony Booth who has died. Steph and Tony were strong supporters and have been campaign tirelessly for better end of life for people with dementia. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. Tony was diagnosed with Alzheimers […]
Most of us want to die at home. Please grant a final wish by making a donation today. There’s no place like home. It could be the familiar smell when you open your front door, a cup of tea by the fireside or finding solace in your garden on a sunny day. The feeling of […]
Research Reveals Four out of Five People Think Palliative Care Can Only be Provided by Specialist Palliative Care Teams Almost One Third of People Think Palliative Care is only Available in a Hospice or Hospital Research published to coincide with Palliative Care Week 2017 (3rd to 9th September) reveals four out of five people think […]
Join us for some craic at the track on Sunday, October 22nd and help raise money for our vital work. The day will kick off with a drinks reception at 12 noon, followed by a delicious three course luncheon. RTE Broadcaster Tracy Piggott will be our MC for the afternoon and guests will enjoy a […]
We are delighted to announce winners of our Summer Raffle 2017 draw that took place last Friday, 30th June in our offices: 1st Prize – Fly Cruise Holiday for 2 with MSC Cruises sponsored by Click & Go: Karen Allen, Dublin 14 2nd Prize – 5* European City Break for 2 sponsored by Click […]
Pioneering Hospice Friendly Hospitals Programme now ten years old The ground-breaking hospital “handover bag” initiative is being copied in Australia to improve care provided to patients at end of life and their bereaved families and friends. The handover bag concept was first introduced in Irish hospitals as part of the Irish Hospice Foundation’s pioneering […]
On these days, people will be able to support their local hospice service by purchasing various pieces of Sunflower merchandise including sunflower pins or sunflower seeds for €2 each from collectors on the streets of cities, towns and villages across Ireland. Hospice Sunflower Days is a major source of income for hospices and voluntary hospice […]
The Irish Hospice Foundation welcomes the newly published report Finite Lives which examines State Services around dying, death and bereavement. Angela Edghill, Irish Hospice Foundation, Advocacy and Public Engagement Manager said the ground breaking report is the first of its kind and proves that dying is everyone’s business. Ms […]
Father’s Day is June 18th this year and we have two of Bono’s paintings for the Peter and Wolf charity project available to buy as limited edition screen prints. This project was in collaboration with Gavin Friday and the Friday-Seezer Ensemble who reworked SergeiProkofiev Peter and the Wolf, raised over €370,000 for The Irish Hospice […]
No-one has to grieve alone. Our Bereavement Support Line is here to provide comfort and support. If you are grieving or worried about someone else who is, call Freefone 1800 80 70 77, available Monday to Friday 10am to 1pm.
1800 80 70 77
The Information and Support Line provides signposting, practical supports and resources about end-of-life care for those facing or caring for someone with a life-limiting illness. Call Freephone 1800 60 70 66, available Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm.
1800 60 70 66
