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Caring to make a difference

Opened in 1984, St Michael’s Hospice is Herefordshire’s only local provider of compassionate, expert palliative care. We are dedicated to helping individuals and their families live and die well, in comfort, and with respect.

Why it matters

Everyone deserves to be treated with comfort, compassion, and respect when they’re being cared for. Our care makes a real difference, ensuring patients experience symptom relief and are treated as a person, not just a diagnosis, while families receive the emotional and practical support they need during and after their loved one’s journey.

 

Our approach to care

At the heart of our work is the ‘St Michael’s Way’, a distinctive care approach grounded in knowledge, integrity, and respect. We empower patients and families to make informed decisions, ensuring personalised, compassionate, and high-quality care at every step.

What we do

We deliver expert palliative care to adults with life-limiting conditions, whether at our hospice, at home, or in the wider community. We support families before, during, and after bereavement, helping them navigate the challenges of caregiving, loss, and grief.

Our unique role

St Michael’s Hospice is more than just a healthcare provider; we are a trusted local lifeline. Deeply rooted in Herefordshire, we understand and respond to the specific needs of our community, offering not only expert palliative care but also vital emotional support throughout the journey.

Our People

Our Trustees and Strategic Management team work together to ensure the charity is operated to a high standard and delivers on its purpose and what our Founders intended.

Our purpose, mission and values

Working alongside our community, our mission is to ensure that adults in Herefordshire and the surrounding areas, benefit from palliative and end-of-life care when needed. This includes supporting loved ones throughout bereavement and beyond.

Our History

Since opening in 1984, St Michael’s Hospice has been providing the highest quality care, free of charge, to the local community.

Find out how our journey started and the amazing people who made it all happen.

Job Vacancies

St Michael’s Hospice is an extraordinary place to work and we are proud of all our staff who, together, make a significant difference to the lives of local families every day. We offer a wide range of rewarding roles, with an emphasis on support and progression through training and professional development.

Volunteer Vacancies

Volunteering with us accommodates any available time you have, and we are adaptable to ensure it aligns with your lifestyle. Our incredible team of volunteers spans all ages, backgrounds, and experiences, and we warmly invite you to become a part of it.

Gender Pay Gap

This report is published as part of our statutory obligation to report on any gender pay gap.

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