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Patient and family stories

Alan and Maureen's story

Alan and Maureen's story

Ten years after Alan died of kidney cancer, his wife, Maureen, tells us about his time at the hospice and why she’s recently jumped out of a plane to mark the milestone. Read more

Published: 7th November, 2023

Updated: 28th November, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Karen's story

Karen's story

Karen's mother, father-in-law and mother-in-law were all cared for at Katharine House, receiving 'outstanding care'. Read more

Published: 26th September, 2023

Updated: 28th November, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Brian's story

Brian's story

Brian loved life and his terminal diagnosis came as a huge shock to his family, but the care he received from the Community Palliative Care Team was second to none. Read more

Published: 22nd June, 2023

Updated: 28th November, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Matt and Clare's story

Matt and Clare's story

Matt's wife Clare shares their story, talking about the difference Katharine House made to Matt's final months. Read more

Published: 12th June, 2023

Updated: 19th June, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Gordon's story

Gordon's story

Read about how the Living Well team searched out a special gift for Gordon, who regularly attends our Monday morning Living Well sessions. Read more

Published: 14th April, 2023

Updated: 8th June, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Dave and Julie's story

Dave and Julie's story

Dave was cared for by Katharine House in his own home and at the end of his life at the hospice. Several years later, his partner, Julie, feels able to share their story. Read more

Published: 8th February, 2023

Updated: 12th June, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Simon's story

Simon's story

Read about how Simon has been able to use the re-booted Living Well service once it restarted in March 2022. Read more

Published: 23rd August, 2022

Updated: 8th June, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Ken's story

Ken's story

Ken Westaby came to Katharine House from hospital where he "got kindness, he got help and he got better." Read more

Published: 1st June, 2022

Updated: 31st August, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Ann's story

Ann's story

Read about how the Katharine House bereavement team were able to help Ann after the loneliness of grieving in isolation during lockdown. Read more

Published: 14th April, 2022

Updated: 8th June, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Becky's story

Becky's story

Becky was 41 years old when she passed away at Katharine House Hospice on 29 July 2021. This is her story told by some of her family. Read more

Published: 16th February, 2022

Updated: 8th June, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Nadia and Amelia's story

Nadia and Amelia's story

Since Amelia's Mum, Nadia, died at the hospice, Amelia has been fundraising for Katharine House. Read their story here. Read more

Published: 16th February, 2022

Updated: 8th June, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Graham's story

Graham's story

Graham and his wife June have both been supported in different ways by Katharine House. Read about what this means to them both. Read more

Published: 1st December, 2021

Updated: 29th August, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Michelle's story

Michelle's story

Read about Michelle's mother's time at Katharine House and why Michelle was inspired to take part in the Santa Fun Run. Read more

Published: 17th November, 2021

Updated: 8th June, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Quentin and Lindsey's story

Quentin and Lindsey's story

Read about the peace and quiet that Quentin valued so highly when he spent time at Katharine House Hospice. Read more

Published: 28th September, 2021

Updated: 8th June, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Gill's story

Gill's story

Listen to Gill's experience of being a patient at Katharine House early in 2021 through some video clips that she recorded. Read more

Published: 31st August, 2021

Updated: 8th June, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Jan and Robbie's story

Jan and Robbie's story

Over two years, Jan received wide-ranging care at Katharine House. Watch Robbie's video story and hear about the help they received. Read more

Published: 2nd June, 2021

Updated: 8th June, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Kev and Emily's story

Kev and Emily's story

When Kev and Emily got married, they generously asked their guests for donations to the hospice in memory of Kev's mum in place of wedding presents. Read more

Published: 1st June, 2021

Updated: 8th June, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

Rob and Barbara's story

Rob and Barbara's story

Rob and Barbara celebrated their love for each other with a 'hand fasting' ceremony in the chapel at the hospice. Read their story. Read more

Published: 1st June, 2021

Updated: 27th September, 2023

Author: Emma Callery

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Latest

  • Santa Claus turns green

    Santa Claus turns green

    In an effort to limit the impact its events have on the environment, the hospice is introducing a couple of greener options at its Santa Fun Run, which takes place on 3 December at Spiceball Park, Banbury from 11am.

  • Open Gardens initiative raises thousands for hospice

    Open Gardens initiative raises thousands for hospice

    Nearly £6,000 has been raised by green-fingered hospice supporters from Bloxham, Culworth, Hornton, Middleton Cheney, Moreton Pinkney and South Newington.

  • Skydive for Katharine House

    Skydive for Katharine House

    The skydive for Katharine House is back for 2024! Sign up now to ensure you don't miss out.

  • Here comes Santa Claus!

    Here comes Santa Claus!

    Dee Loader explains why she's joining the Santa Fun Run again this year on Sunday 3 December at Spiceball Park to raise money for Katharine House Hospice.

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  • eBay shop

    eBay shop

    Visit our eBay shop, where business is very much as usual. It remains very valuable to us as a fundraiser.

  • RC Baker Christmas Tractor Run

    RC Baker Christmas Tractor Run

    The RC Baker Tractor Run will be returning on 16 December. We can't wait!

  • Our shops

    Our shops

    We have seven shops in the area, including the opening of our second shop in Banbury. Read our website page to find out where they are and their opening times.

  • Lottery weekly draw results

    Lottery weekly draw results

    Have you won the Katharine House lottery this week? Check out this page!

  • What we do

    What we do

    A short introduction to who we are at Katharine House and how we support you.

  • Donating items to our shops

    Donating items to our shops

    Read about what items we're accepting at the Katharine House Hospice shops and on what days.

  • Santa Fun Run 2023 REGISTRATION CLOSED

    Santa Fun Run 2023 REGISTRATION CLOSED

    Registration is now closed for the Santa Fun Run. Good luck to everyone who has signed up and have a great morning!

  • Join our lottery

    Join our lottery

    Win £1,000 each week with our lottery - sign up or buy a gift membership!

  • Why volunteer at Katharine House?

    Why volunteer at Katharine House?

    Be part of a warm, friendly and dedicated team supporting those affected by an incurable illness.

  • Open Gardens for Katharine House

    Open Gardens for Katharine House

    Are you interested in opening your garden for Katharine House in 2024? If so, we would love to hear from you.

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