We are
We’re here for everyone who needs us, helping life go on in the face of dying, death and bereavement.
Last year, thanks to your continued support, St Helena Hospice cared for more than 4,892 local people facing incurable illness and bereavement in north east Essex, supporting them, their families, friends and carers.
40 years of hospice care
Over the past 40 years, St Helena has supported tens of thousands of people through end of life care and bereavement.
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Let it glow, Christmas appeal
Between 24th November and 24th December, your donations are doubled - thanks to our generous match funders.
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Christmas Tree-cycle campaign
Ethically and sustainably dispose of your real Christmas tree, whilst supporting local hospice care.
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Volunteering with St Helena
Volunteering in a compassionate community offers a unique chance to make a meaningful difference while enriching your own life.
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Supporting us and the local community
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Discover giving experiences
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Helping you
For patients and families
We are
Nothing without you
Without the help of our incredible local community, we would not be able to deliver the valuable care our patients and families need at such a difficult time in their lives. Because of people like you, we can.
Over 4,170 local people facing dying, death and bereavement supported every year
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Two thirds of our running costs are raised by our local community
How you can help
Play our lottery
Our weekly lottery draw, is a fun and exciting way to support St Helena while giving you the opportunity to win cash prizes!
Volunteer with us
St Helena is fortunate to have over 900 dedicated volunteers who contribute a great deal of time to our charity, bringing skills, interests and individual experiences to support patients and families.
Fundraise
There are so many ways you can make a difference by fundraising, whether that’s as an individual, at work, at school or with friends and family.
Leave a gift in your Will
Did you know that gifts in Wills help fund the care of 1 in every 5 people receiving end of life and palliative care from St Helena Hospice?
Individual care and total support
Health and social care professionals
We offer people of north east Essex individual care and total support, regardless of diagnosis or circumstances.
We couldn’t do it alone
40 years of hospice care
For 40 years, St Helena has provided care, comfort, dignity and joy to the people of north east Essex.
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Compassion, dignity and choice
Why support St Helena Hospice
With your support more local people can live and die well with compassion, dignity and choice.
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We're incredibly grateful
Donate to St Helena Hospice
All the different ways to donate. Whether it's a financial donation, a donation of items for our shops, or a future gift in your Will, we're incredibly grateful.
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Support your local hospice
Corporate support and partnerships
Find out how your business can support your local hospice.
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Make a difference
Fundraise
There are so many ways you can make a difference by fundraising, whether that’s as an individual, at work, at school or with friends and family.
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Online or in our shops
Shop
Shop for St Helena online or in one of our shops across north Essex. Check how to donate pre-loved items and more about our House Clearance service.
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Throughout the year
Events and challenges
We hold a variety of hospice events throughout the year, there is something for everyone! Or get your thrills taking on a challenge!
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Volunteers are critical
Volunteer
Volunteers are critical to many essential activities across north east Essex communities, but giving up your time for others can be such a boost for your wellbeing.
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Fun and exciting
Play our lottery
Our weekly lottery draw, is a fun and exciting way to support St Helena while giving you the opportunity to win cash prizes!
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