In those final 6 days of her life Mum received care beyond anything we could have imagined. She was treated with love and compassion by everyone she met. They gave her massages and bubble baths. They sat with her when she was scared and gave her endless cups of tea. St Wilfrid's allowed Mum to retain every ounce of dignity at a time when she could have lost it all.

And it wasn't just Mum they gave this love and care too. When the hospice saw that Mum came with the horde that is our family they moved her to a larger family room so we could visit and her husband could stay. This allowed Mum to have time with us all including her much loved grandchildren. Mum found real peace in knowing that her beloved husband was able to stay over night with her. When you don't know how much time you have left every moment feels precious.

Lorraine, whose mum Elizabeth died in February this year.