Stories
Read stories from patients, families, staff and volunteers about their experiences with Rennie Grove
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Raj and Gizella’s Story
Raj has been a Compassionate Neighbour volunteer in Watford for Rennie Grove Peace since 2022, supporting Gizella.
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Howard’s Story
“Dad came home on the day of my parents' 58th wedding anniversary, giving him and Mum the opportunity to down a last, celebratory glass of prosecco together!"
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Ann’s Story
Ann has volunteered with us at Rennie Grove Peace for over 25 years! She tells her story...
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Eileen’s Story
Eileen participated in our 2024 London Bridges Walk in honour of her husband David, who was cared for by Rennie Grove Peace. She tells the story...
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Shruthi’s Story
"Being able to make a small difference to the experience of patients and their families at what may be a very difficult time is really rewarding."
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Jan’s Story
“I’ve done about 8 weeks so far and I’ve found it very beneficial. We do different things each week – sometimes chair-based exercise, or standing exercise, some weeks we use equipment such as balls and other times we try specific types of exercise, such as tai chi."
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Patient story: Counselling and Reflexology
“I’m so glad I was referred to Rennie Grove Peace to access these treatments at Grove House. It was so helpful for me at a very difficult time and I now want to make sure that other people know about, and access, these services when they need them.”
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Barbara and Bill’s Story
“From that point on, things looked up. Nobody could save my Bill from what was coming – but we felt safe now. Knowing the nurses were there 24/7 was like having someone’s arms around you all the time."
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Liz’s Story
Liz has volunteered as a Compassionate Neighbour since 2022. She shares her experience...
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Sandra’s Story
“Having 1:1 time with a nurse who could just focus on my needs, was amazing. I came out of the Living Well programme feeling more confident and positive about the future”
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Sue’s Story
"As well as the care and support for Mum’s clinical needs, my sister and I needed the reassurance that comes from having a team at the end of the phone to call any time for advice and support."
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Dave and Jason’s Story
Dave has been fundraising for Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care for over 20 years, since his mother-in-law received care from a hospice and became a Compassionate Neighbour last year.
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