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SUMMARY:Make a Will 2025
DESCRIPTION:Make a Will to care for your loved ones\, and St Clare\nYour will is the only way you can be sure your wishes will be carried out\, and your loved ones protected after you die.  \nProtect your loved ones by taking part in our Make a Will campaign\, where local solicitors will waive their usual fees (often starting at around £220 for a basic will!) in exchange for a donation to St Clare Hospice. \nHow it works\nFrom 1st June\, you can make or amend your will – all that your chosen solicitor will ask is that you kindly make the suggested minimum donation to St Clare Hospice: \n\n£180 – Single will\n£220 – Double will\n£95 – Amended will\n\nStep 1 – Choose your solicitor and call them directly \nContact one of our participating solicitors (shown below) and quote ‘St Clare Make a Will’ to book your appointment. \n\nFoort-Tayler – Dunmow\nGKP Legal & Wealth – Ongar\nStapley & Co – Loughton\nWade & Davies – Dunmow – 4 appointments available\nWestcott Wills – Bishop’s Stortford – 5 appointments available from October 2025\nKerry Nabarro at Pluto Probate – St Clare Hospice & Hastingwood\n\nStep 2 – Make your donation \nBefore your appointment with your chosen solicitor\, make your donation to St Clare Hospice – in lieu of the will writer’s usual fee. Please note: You may incur further charges if your will is complex. \n \n\n \n  \nStep 3 – Have your appointment \nFeel the satisfaction of finally organising your affairs or making amends to your will that you’ve been meaning to make for some time – all while supporting your local hospice. \n\nGet in touch with us\nFor more information\, please contact our Corporate Relationship Fundraiser\, Sydney Sykes by emailing sydney.sykes@stclarehospice.org.uk or calling 01279 773769.
URL:https://stclarehospice.org.uk/event/make-a-will/
LOCATION:Essex
CATEGORIES:Corporate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sydney Sykes":MAILTO:sydney.sykes@stclarehospice.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Clavering Spring Fayre
DESCRIPTION:Bag a bargain and help St Clare to care!\nCome along to Clavering Village Hall for the chance to bag yourself a bargain – and support your local hospice! \n\nDate: Saturday 9th May 2026\nLocation: Clavering Village Hall\nTime: 10am – 1:30pm\nEntry: Just 50p (what a bargain!)\n\nThis popular annual event promises to offer a great day out for all the family – with a whole host of pre-loved items on sale including clothes\, bags\, toys\, books\, household items\, jewellery and bric-a-brac. There will also be a selection of plants on sale\, delicious cakes\, a raffle and much more. \nEvery penny goes towards supporting St Clare Hospice so that we can continue to provide support to local families. \nFor more information\, or to donate items for sale\, please contact Jean on 01799 550758\, Andrea on 01799 550425 or Carolyn on 01799 521965. Please note\, donations cannot be accepted after 24th April.  \n\nFor more information on this fun event or to find out more about supporting St Clare\, please get in touch with our Relationship Fundraising Manager\, Ellie Gale\, on 01279 773734 or email ellie.gale@stclarehospice.org.uk
URL:https://stclarehospice.org.uk/event/clavering-spring-fayre-4/
LOCATION:Clavering Village Hall\, Hill Green\, Clavering\, CB11 4QS
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SUMMARY:St Clare Golf Day 2026: Charity Golf Event
DESCRIPTION:Club together for your local hospice charity at Saffron Walden Golf Club\nGet ready to tee off in a charity golf day to help raise vital funds for your local hospice. \n\nDate – Thursday 14th May 2026\, 9am – 9pm\nLocation – Saffron Walden Golf Club\nTickets – £410 per team (4 players)\n\nWhat to expect\nThis is a charity golf day you won’t want to miss! Here’s a taster of what to expect… \n\n\n\nSet in the charming surroundings of the renowned Audley End mansion\n18-hole round of golf with panoramic views of the idyllic Saffron Walden\nDelicious two-course dinner and thrilling auction\nPrizes up for grabs for the winning teams\, nearest-the-pin and longest drives\n\n\n\n \n\n\nContact us\n \nIf you would like to get in touch with us about the St Clare Hospice Golf Day\, please contact Relationship Fundraising Manager Ellie Gale by calling 01279 773750 or emailing ellie.gale@stclarehospice.org.uk.
URL:https://stclarehospice.org.uk/event/stclaregolfday/
LOCATION:Saffron Walden Golf Club\, Windmill Hill\, Saffron Walden\, CB10 1BX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Hackney Half Marathon: Charity half marathon for St Clare Hospice
DESCRIPTION:Run Hackney Half Marathon 2026 with purpose\, run for St Clare\nHackney Half Marathon is more than a run – it’s a celebration. Step into the heart of East London and experience one of the UK’s most vibrant community races. The 2026 Hackney Half takes you on an energetic 13.1-mile journey through Hackney’s colourful streets\, lined with live music\, street art\, roaring crowds\, and the unmistakable festival atmosphere the event is famous for. \nFrom the buzz of Hackney Marshes to the rhythm of local bands and cheering neighbours\, it’s a route packed with culture\, creativity\, and pure East London energy — an unforgettable challenge that lifts you every step of the way. \n\nDate – Sunday 17th May 2026\nRegistration fee – £50\nSponsorship – £300\n\n\n\n \nWhy run for St Clare? \n\nMeaningful runs – From your very first training run to the moment you cross the finish line\, every step you take will make a difference. By running for St Clare Hospice\, you’re helping provide compassionate care and vital support to local families facing life-limiting illness.\nUnmatched atmosphere – Experience Hackney at its best — vibrant streets\, incredible community spirit\, high-energy music zones\, carnival vibes\, and crowds that lift you from start to finish. \nFull support – Our dedicated fundraising team will be with you every step of the way.\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned runner or taking on your very first half marathon\, this is your chance to be part of something truly meaningful. \nFeel the electric energy of East London\, the roar of supportive crowds\, and the pride of running for a cause that matters. Every mile you conquer helps St Clare Hospice provide compassionate care for the people who need it most. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to sign up\, or email sarah.piercy@stclarehospice.org.uk or call 01279 773732. \n\n\n*Deadline to sign up: 31st January 2026
URL:https://stclarehospice.org.uk/event/hackney-half-marathon-charity-half-marathon-for-st-clare-hospice/
LOCATION:Hackney Marshes\, Homerton Road\, Hackney\, E9 5PF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sports and challenges
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah Piercy":MAILTO:sarah.piercy@stclarehospice.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Namaste Care - May workshop
DESCRIPTION:Free face-to-face dementia care training for paid and unpaid carers delivered by St Clare Hospice\nLed by Joanne Morrison\, Dementia Support Co-ordinator | Tier 1 Foundation Level  \nSt Clare Hospice’s Introduction to Namaste Care workshop is a free face-to-face training session designed to support both paid care staff and unpaid family carers who look after people living with advanced dementia across West Essex and East Hertfordshire. \nThis in-person workshop provides practical skills\, compassionate approaches and essential knowledge to help carers improve quality of life for people with advanced dementia through the internationally recognised Namaste Care approach. \n\nWho is this workshop for?\nThis free workshop forms part of St Clare Hospice’s Tier 1 Foundation training\, introducing the core principles of Namaste Care\, a person-centred\, multi-sensory care programme that focuses on connection\, comfort and dignity. \nParticipants will learn how to use simple\, meaningful activities to support people living with advanced dementia to feel calmer\, more engaged and emotionally supported. \nThis workshop is ideal for: \n\nFamily members caring for a loved one with advanced dementia\nUnpaid carers supporting someone at home\nCare home staff\nDomiciliary and home care workers\nHealth and social care professionals\n\nIf you support someone living with advanced dementia in West Essex or East Hertfordshire\, this training will provide practical tools you can use immediately in your caring role. No previous formal training is required. \n\nAbout the workshop\nDuration: 3 hours \nFormat: In-person at St Clare Hospice\, Hastingwood \nTime: 1pm to 4pm \nFacilitator: Joanne Morrison\, St Clare Hospice’s Dementia Support Co-ordinator \nSupporting speaker: Caroline Ashton\, Admiral Nurse\, Princess Alexandra Hospital \nNamaste Care is an internationally recognised dementia care programme which teaches you to use simple activities that stimulate the five senses (touch\, hearing\, sight\, smell\, taste) to help people with dementia connect and engage with others. \nThe word Namaste is a Hindi greeting that means ‘to honour the spirit within’\, which reflects the compassionate philosophy at the heart of this approach. Multi-sensory activities can involve music\, food and drink as well as therapeutic touch and massage. These basic principles are simple to learn and easy to put into practice when caring for someone with dementia. \n\nWhat makes this training valuable?\nIntroduction to Namaste Care aims to empower both unpaid carers and paid care staff to deliver high-quality\, compassionate care to local people living with advanced dementia. \n\nLearn from dementia care experts\, including St Clare’s Dementia Support Co-ordinator and an Admiral Nurse\nDiscover practical and easy to apply techniques that you can use immediately in everyday caring situations to support wellbeing and connection\n\n\nBenefits to carers\nThis workshop supports carers by: \n\nIncreasing confidence in supporting people with advanced dementia\nReducing feelings of helplessness when communication becomes difficult\nProviding simple tools to improve quality of life for those you care for\nHelping carers feel more emotionally connected to the person they support\nOffering reassurance that small\, meaningful actions can make a big difference\n\n\nHow to book this Introduction to Namaste Care workshop\nThis workshop is free to attend\, but places are limited so early booking is essential. To secure your place today\, complete the online form below. \n\n\nFor more information about St Clare Hospice’s Dementia Support Service\, please contact Joanne Morrison on 07534 031702 or email dementia@stclarehospice.org.uk. \nTo learn more about St Clare Hospice’s Education and Training programme\, click here. Alternatively\, email our Education Team at education@stclarehospice.org.uk to discuss your training requirements. \n\n\nAlzheimer’s Society ‘Working to Become Dementia Friendly’ Accreditation\nIn January 2024\, St Clare Hospice were recognised by the Alzheimer’s Society and awarded ‘Working to Become Dementia Friendly’ accreditation\, as a result of our commitment to improving the experience of people living with dementia\, their families and carers.
URL:https://stclarehospice.org.uk/event/introduction-to-namaste-care-may-workshop/
LOCATION:St Clare Hospice\, St Clare Hospice\, Hastingwood\, Essex\, CM17 9JX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joanne Morrison":MAILTO:dementia@stclarehospice.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Church - Supporting St Clare Hospice
DESCRIPTION:St Clare Hospice is delighted to be supported by a special evening of live jazz presented by Étoile Events.\n\nJoin us for an unforgettable night of world‑class jazz in the beautiful setting of St John’s Church\, Epping\, helping to raise vital funds for compassionate end‑of‑life care across West Essex and East Hertfordshire. \n\nJazz in the Church 🎷\nFriday 29 May 2026\n7.30pm – 10.30pm\nSt John’s Church\, St John’s Road\, Epping \n\nEnjoy an intimate and uplifting concert featuring Sally Creedon & The Joe Thompson Trio. Collectively\, these acclaimed musicians have performed at renowned venues including Ronnie Scott’s\, the 606 Club\, The Vortex\, The Crazy Coqs\, Glastonbury\, and Buckingham Palace. Sally tours with the British Carpenters\, while Joe has performed for both the late Queen’s 90th birthday and King Charles’ 70th celebrations. Expect exceptional musicianship in a warm and atmospheric setting.\nA bar will be available on the evening\, with doors opening in time to enjoy refreshments before the music begins. \nTickets 🎟️\n\n£20 early bird\n£25 on the door\n\nEvery raffle ticket sold will help St Clare Hospice continue to provide free\, vital care to people living with terminal illness and support to their families when they need it most. \n\nTo book your tickets\, please contact: Nicky Langlands on etoileevents25@gmail.com or call Simon Double on 07769 183 362.
URL:https://stclarehospice.org.uk/event/jazz-in-the-church-supporting-st-clare-hospice/
LOCATION:St John the Baptist Church\, St John's Road\, Epping\, Essex\, CM16 6BH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community
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