“Andy was always clear that he wanted to die in the hospice. The hospice helped make his wish possible.

“From the start to the end of Andy’s time with the hospice, everyone was incredibly compassionate and provided for all our needs at every stage.

“This was no different from my own personal experience of their services. After being diagnosed with bowel cancer in March 2018, and following a period of treatment, I was told in June 2018 that my condition was life-limiting.

“During 2018, I received fantastic support from St Elizabeth Hospice’s Community Team, with nurses regularly visiting to help me manage my condition.

“Without their support, I wouldn’t have seen my daughter get married or been able to meet my granddaughter.

It is hard to pinpoint exactly what St Elizabeth Hospice means to me, but whenever I visit, it feels like being with family who are looking out for me.”