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As the national charity for hospices, our collective voice has been making an impact in 2023. Here’s a roundup of just some of our highlights.
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A year in review: our 2023 highlights

As the national charity for hospices, our collective voice has been making an impact in 2023. Here’s a roundup of just some of our highlights.
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Backdated bereavement benefits extended to cohabiting parents
Dying Matters

Backdated bereavement benefits extended to cohabiting parents

Half of grieving families eligible for time-limited back payments of financial support are yet to claim, say the Childhood Bereavement Network.
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Dying Matters

Talkaoke – the art of conversation

A pop-up talk show run by The People Speak is being used to foster creative conversations about death and grief with young people.
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What to write in holiday cards to someone who is grieving
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What to write in holiday cards to someone who is grieving

Our Compassionate Employers team share some top tips and examples of what to say in holiday cards to someone who is grieving.
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Clarity and equity: how we can improve end of life care
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Clarity and equity: how we can improve end of life care

Helen Jones and Nick Woodier from the Health Services Safety Investigations Body (HSSIB) look into how NHS England can support ICBs in their palliative and end of life care work.
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Hospice UK's carol service spreads festive cheer

Hospice UK's annual carol service raised nearly £25,000.
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