Hospice news

Read the latest news about St Barnabas House, from what’s going on at the hospice, to event and fundraising updates.

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Our merger with Martlets

We're proud to announce a merger that aims to create a stronger, more sustainable and comprehensive hospice care organisation that is committed to delivering outstanding patient care across the communities.

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Goring family raises £40,000 for St Barnabas in memory of sister and father
"Cancer is a horrible disease and a lot of people have been touched by it. St Barnabas is our local hospice, and it has helped so many people locally. They were amazing with our family."
31 January 2024
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St Barnabas Hospices and Martlets announce merger
We're proud to announce a merger with Martlets Hospice that aims to create a stronger, more sustainable and comprehensive hospice care organisation that is committed to delivering outstanding patient care across the communities.
30 January 2024
Love will build a bridge
A grieving widow from Steyning has raised £822 for St Barnabas Hospice by completing an art project begun by her late husband.
9 January 2024
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Worthing entrepreneur signs up for fourth overseas trek in aid of local hospices
“I’d encourage anyone thinking of signing up to go for it. Bonds form very quickly and the camaraderie and support on these treks are amazing. We all help each other get through it, face our fears, and be pushed to limits we didn’t even know we had.”
5 December 2023
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Eighty-year-old Tony completes 875-mile walk for St Barnabas House
“I did it to raise awareness of the hospice that cared for my sister, who was such a lovely person. That was a very sad time, but when she went to St Barnabas, she was made to feel special. She died with dignity.”
4 December 2023
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Local jazz musician attempts a world record for singing upside down
Hastings-based pianist, Mike, is gaining a new perspective on performance on 25 October as he attempts to break the world record for singing upside down! All in aid of St Barnabas House.
17 October 2023
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National grant enables St Barnabas to pilot Frailty Wellbeing Programme
Our free fragility programme is designed to support older people with frailty. The programme is free of charge and open for self-referrals as well as from GPs in the Worthing area.
22 September 2023
Linda, Mark, and the lost ring
Local metal detectorist turns heartbreak to joy for local family
“We’re still amazed that we got the ring back – and the added link with St Barnabas makes it even more poignant.”
14 September 2023
Worthing electronics manufacturer takes on marathon trek
“We wanted to challenge ourselves as most of us have never hiked such a long distance. We are not only raising funds for a great cause but also pushing ourselves to achieve a personal goal.”
1 September 2023
Wendy and Sonja plus friends at the wing walk
Sisters take on Wing Walk challenge in memory of their parents
“The level of support that they gave us at St Barnabas meant that Mum didn't feel panicked about passing.”
24 August 2023
Lyn on the trek
Worthing woman walks a marathon for hospice caring for her sister
“I just can't praise the hospice enough. They've been there not just for Jan, but for the whole family. They are such special people and we're very lucky to have them.”
24 August 2023
Tony about to take on his charity walk
Eighty-year-old man from Henfield aims to break a world record for St Barnabas House
“My sister died at St Barnabas House in 2012. She was only 64, taken far too early. She was treated so well there, and I was impressed. By doing this walk, I am aiming to raise some money for the hospice too.”
21 August 2023

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