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Read stories from patients, families, staff and volunteers about their experiences with Rennie Grove
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Michelle’s story: hospice care at home surrounded by family
"At a time when our world had changed completely, they brought kindness, warmth and practical support into our home."
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Amanda’s Story: How hospice care helped her walk again
“I thought I'd never walk again but hospice care got me back on my feet”
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Clare’s story: volunteering as a scar therapist
“I get a great deal out of volunteering with Rennie Grove Peace. I can see that scar therapy really is necessary to help people move forward, physically and emotionally, after surgery. Being able to offer this is very satisfying."
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Olivia’s story: taking on the Rudolph Run in memory of her mum, Amanda
"It’s being around people that have felt the pain you have, but nobody lets that get them down – instead, we were all smiling, having fun and bringing joy to St Albans!”
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Dawn’s story: Giving back to the charity that cared for Allen
"Leaving a gift in my Will is my way of saying thank you and helping make sure future families can receive the same support we did."
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Fraser’s story: Finding comfort at our Watford Inpatient Unit
"As soon as we arrived at the Inpatient Unit, I felt like a massive weight had been lifted from me."
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Chris’s story
"The Compassionate Café has been a big source of comfort, and I meet a lot of interesting people.”
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Pat and Joan’s story
"The Support Hub is so much fun!"
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Close Brothers’ North Downs Ultra Challenge story
"Taking on the challenge felt like a tangible way to give something back, while honouring Mark together as a team."
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Lorna’s Strictly Come Hospice story
"I wanted to give back for the care my husband, Mick, received. Taking part in Strictly Come Hospice felt like the perfect way to do that."
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John’s Firewalk story
"I've seen the love and care Rennie Grove Peace provides. Taking on the Firewalk was my way of helping make that possible for more families."
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Gloria’s story
“One of the biggest things has been fewer trips to hospital. The hospital visits really drained Mum, so it’s been such a relief to have her care at home now.”
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