Remember someone you love this summer.

Some summers stay with you forever, because of the people who made them special. Donate to our Summer Memories appeal and help us be there for families across mid Essex when it matters most. We'd also love you to join us at our free Summer Memories Service on Saturday 13 June.

Find out more

Supporting people affected by life-limiting illness and bereavement across mid Essex.

Access care and support

Referrals

How to refer, eligibility criteria, and access to referral forms.

Planning ahead

Information and support to help you talk about your wishes and plan for the future.

Our Inpatient Unit

Short-term specialist inpatient care for symptom control and end-of-life support.

For patients

Information and support to help you access the care you need.

Celebrating Volunteers' Week 2026

Our volunteers are woven into every part of Farleigh Hospice. From welcoming visitors at reception to supporting patients on our Inpatient Unit, helping in our shops, gardens and café, supporting our events and fundraising activities, working in our offices, and raising vital funds, their contribution is felt across our whole organisation.
Three women stand between the clothes rails in the Writtle Farleigh store smiling at the camera
This Volunteers’ Week, we are taking time to say thank you and celebrate the difference they make across our community.

Our Writtle shop volunteers

3,000

Local people cared for each year

Supporting people where they need us most - at home, in the community and at our hospice.

Latest from Farleigh Hospice

Discover what’s happening at Farleigh Hospice. Explore upcoming events, read our latest news, and read real stories from the people and families we support.

Open Gardens

Join us in Summer 2026 as our wonderful community opens their gardens to visitors, all in support of local hospice care.

Summer Memories Service

Join us for our Summer Memories Service on Saturday 13 June and take a moment to remember someone you love.

Volunteer Spotlight: Julie Renvoize

Celebrating Volunteers’ Week, we shine a spotlight on Julie, who has volunteered with Farleigh Hospice for more than 40 years.

MND patient supported by her husband and Farleigh Hospice nurse.

Ann and Peter’s story

Ann and her husband Peter share how Farleigh Hospice has supported them to adapt to life with motor neurone disease, providing practical care, home adaptations, and emotional support to help Ann maintain independence and live well at home.

Hugh, a volunteer in the Farleigh cafe, stands in the cafe with a stainless steel trolley on which there are four plated of meals to patients on the Inpatient Unit

Meet Hugh, Kitchen Volunteer in our Courtyard Café

Hugh volunteers in the Courtyard Café kitchen, helping with deliveries, stock control, and daily catering support while sharing how his role at Farleigh Hospice has given him purpose, routine, and a rewarding sense of contribution.

Kevin a gentleman cared for by Farleigh Hospice with is wife, Debbie.

Kevin and Laura’s story

When Kevin needed specialist care, Farleigh Hospice was there for him and his family. His daughter, Laura, explains how important this was to them all.