Caring for People in Harrow & Brent

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Celebrating the 35th anniversary of St Luke’s Hospice

“Everybody that works at St Luke’s has St Luke’s in their hearts, and it is open to everyone. I knew right from the start that one of the most important... Read More...

Could volunteering for St Luke’s Hospice help you live longer?

This might sound a bit tongue in cheek but there are actually many surprising benefits to volunteering, and as many of our volunteers would testify, it seems that the real... Read More...

“I was humbled walking into their home”

For many people at the end of their life, health conditions can be unpredictable and pain can fluctuate to the point where relatives and carers need frequent guidance from medical... Read More...

“I’d never felt more appreciated and valued in my working life”

Hello, I am Marie-Claire Rooney, a specialty registrar doctor at St Luke’s. On joining St Luke’s last October, a second lockdown in England was announced, and then commenced shortly afterwards.... Read More...

Team Pam set to take on the Midnight Walk!

Inspired by memories of her beautiful mum Pam, who was looked after by St Luke’s before sadly, she died in 2021, Allison is taking on the Midnight Walk, all in... Read More...

Celebrating 20 years of service!

Today, our wonderful inpatient unit Healthcare Assistant, Joyce celebrated her 20th anniversary working at St Luke’s Hospice.  We thank Joyce for the 20 years of service and dedication she has... Read More...

“St Luke’s became our special sanctuary”

“When mum was referred through the GP over 11 years ago as an outpatient, St Luke’s became our special sanctuary for physical, therapeutic and community support. This time last year... Read More...

“I was able to be his wife rather than his carer”

“Your husband is a fiend!” said Pete. I laughed. “Well, I know that but what makes you say that?” This was December 2013, and my husband Alan was in a... Read More...

This is what it takes

The shrill ringtone on my work phone pierced the eerie silence of the world outside. No cars on the road. No people walking by. I couldn’t hear the children of... Read More...

“True Pride”

The word “pride” has so many connotations and uses. It has been used to describe a group of Lions and the confidence of socially marginalised groups in society (eg LGBT... Read More...

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