My husband Howard, sadly, passed away in January of this year from cancer, but in the last few days of his life he was admitted to Saint Michael’s hospice in Harrogate. The staff and doctors were amazing, and gave Howard the most loving, caring and compassionate care. It was a comfort to me knowing he was in the best possible place, and it made his passing that little less painful. Howard was fortunate to be able to access the hospices services and as a thank you I would like to raise funds to support its continued presence in Harrogate.

Saint Michael’s is the local hospice care charity ensuring people affected by terminal illness across the Harrogate district can access high quality, personalised care. They do this by offering a range of services from their Hornbeam Park-based hospice, and out in the community in people’s own homes, as well as reaching out regionally and nationally. St Michael’s is passionate about working in partnership to enable others to offer hospice-standard care. They believe everyone should get care that is personalised and responsive to their individual needs.