Pompey Lad and Beloved Brother November 1st, 2019 Posted in Blog, Patient Stories Our Remembrance Display at the Living Well Centre pays tribute to Denis Langford who died in the Second World War. Denis’ brother T...
This is “What it Takes” October 11th, 2019 Posted in Blog, CEO Sessions Ever wondered what it actually takes to provide Hospice Care? This week Hospice UK has been sharing key facts from the number of staff re...
Lyndsay’s “Couch to 5k” to Half Marathon Challenge. October 7th, 2019 Posted in Blog, Supporter Stories Lyndsay Burder took on the “couch to 5k” challenge as an incentive to get fit and out and about in a new location. Just 18 mo...
Gillian’s Story October 3rd, 2019 Posted in Blog, Volunteer Stories Gillian Parson, from Purbrook, is a retired nurse, who now volunteers at Rowans Living Well Centre It is a joy to be able to volunteer he...
Myra’s Story July 17th, 2019 Posted in Blog, Patient Stories "One of the doctors came to speak to us on the first day and after he had finished discussing David and all of his care needs, he asked m...
David’s Story July 10th, 2019 Posted in Blog, Patient Stories "I want people to know how wonderful this place is. It is more than the support you get, it’s the warm welcome, it’s the whole ambiance o...
Gordon’s Story – Bringing Christmas cheer to Rowans Hospice December 11th, 2018 Posted in Blog, Supporter Stories I want to make sure we celebrate the memory of his life at Christmas. That is why as long as I am alive I will donate a Christmas tree ev...
25 years volunteering at “The Magic Shop” December 7th, 2018 Posted in Blog, Volunteer Stories "The shop may have changed but people don’t. I have enjoyed working as a volunteer and hope to continue for a few more years yet. I would...
Skye’s Story – Supporting children through bereavement November 16th, 2018 Posted in Blog, Patient Stories "If someone in your family is living through cancer and you are filled with emotions and can’t speak about it, start counselling with the...
#Because I Matter – What Hospice and Palliative Care Really Means. October 13th, 2018 Posted in Blog, CEO Sessions Today marks World Hospice and Palliative Care Day, a day to celebrate and support hospice and palliative care around the world. This year...
Why is future planning so important? May 10th, 2018 Posted in Blog Lesley Ann Morgan, Rowans Living Well Centre Deputy Manager, discusses some of the issues to be considered when looking to the future, an...
