Light up a Life
Remember and celebrate the lives of your loved ones
Whether this is your first Christmas without a loved one, or you have taken part in Light up a Life for many years, we are here for you.
We hope that you will be able to join us to celebrate the lives of your loved ones and honour their memory.
Light up a Life at the Hospice
When: Sunday 30th November
4.15pm arrival for 4.30pm start
Where: The Hospice, Spring Garden Lane, Berkhamsted, HP4 3GW
Join with others for a special gathering of celebrations and remembrance.
At the event there will be music, refreshments, readings, and time for reflection while the Hospice Christmas lights are switched on.
Please note that the event will take place outside in the Hospice grounds, so warm clothing is advised. If bad weather is forecasted, please check our website to ensure the event is still going ahead before travelling.
Please RSVP by emailing lightupalife@stfrancis.org.uk
Please let us know how many people will be attending, how many car parking spaces and if you require a disabled parking space.
A Light up a Life video will be available on the hospice website and social media in December should you wish to watch it at home or be unable to attend the hospice event.
At this time, we look back on the year and remember all the patients and their families who have been in our care.
Rachel & Paul's Story
"That time at the Hospice was precious. I think back on that as a gift now – and the Hospice played a big role in giving us that gift.
Rachel was a very loved person and my best friend. It’s horrible when something like this happens, but it happened in the best way it possibly could because of the care Rachel had at the Hospice. It gave her dignity, choice and peace.
The Hospice cared for us both, not just while Rachel was there but afterwards as well. The ongoing conversation and calls [from bereavement support] were really valuable. I feel more settled now because I’m doing the things Rachel and I talked about in a way that would make her proud."
"One of the things that makes the Hospice so special is that it reaches out to our whole community. We do not stop at palliative and end-of-life care.
Alongside our outstanding nurses and doctors, we provide support to patients’ carers and families throughout, helping them come to terms with illness and loss of their loved ones.
It takes a community to create a hospice. Only with your support and people like you, can we continue to be there when families need us.
Every day, I see the impact your support can have. Grief affects us all in different ways and the Hospice is always here for you and many others."
Annette Dewey, Joint Head of Family Support
Make a dedication
A donation of £26 could fund a home visit by a specialist palliative care assistant (including travel costs).
We're here to help - please do get in touch if you have any questions or would like to speak with one of the team
01442 869555 / lightupalife@stfrancis.org.uk
