Patient Stories
Take a read through some of our patient stories and their time whilst at Wakefield Hospice.
Our stories
Creature Comforts
How our Dementia Training Course and an Animatronic Cat supported one local family
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Living with Dementia - Julie & John's Story
“You cannot put a price on what these people provide for us.”
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Louise's Story
“I always thought a hospice was somewhere people went to die, but Wakefield Hospice is the place which showed me I can live”
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Mick's story
'The staff and volunteers at the hospice are brilliant. They’ve seen and heard it all before, and they’re willing to listen.'
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Nellie's Story
It turned out being referred to Wakefield Hospice was the best thing that could have happened, not just for me but for my family too.”
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Paul & Den's Story
“It’s the one place where I know I can leave her and not have a worry in the world – it’s an absolutely wonderful facility.”
Paul & Den's Story
Dementia Day Care
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Rachael's story
'My dad was cared for by the hospice. I hope it’s around for many more years for other families.'
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Shani's story
'My mum, Dorothy, spent four weeks in the hospice. We were so grateful for the care she received.'
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