Oakhaven News
A conversation with Oakhaven – help us shape our strategy
What’s important to you? A conversation about end of life care for you and your family. An invitation to help us shape Oakhaven’s services for the future… We are in the process of defining Oakhaven Hospice’s strategy for the next 5-10 years and welcome your input. Over the summer we have been conducting a survey […]
Read MoreOne Big Thank You for Dr Jan Swallow
One Big Thank You for Dr Jan Swallow On Thursday 25th July 2024, Dr Jan Swallow received a big surprise on BBC’s The One Show. Her friend and colleague, Joy Elphinstone, nominated Jan to receive ‘One Big Thank You’ – a regular weekly feature on the TV show that shines a spotlight on people who have […]
Read MoreHave your say! Your chance to help shape Oakhaven’s strategy for the future
Have your say! Your chance to help shape Oakhaven’s strategy for the future. What does Oakhaven mean to you? Oakhaven Hospice has been a vital part of our local community for over 30 years. The Oakhaven team is currently in the process of shaping the hospice’s strategy for the next 5-10 years and welcomes you […]
Read MoreKen and Pete’s 2024 challenge for Oakhaven
Ken and Pete’s Three Lakes Dinghy Sailing Challenge for Oakhaven – Yodare 2024! Ken Fowler and Peter Barton have challenged themselves to a unique fundraiser – sailing a Three Lakes Challenge! Starting on Monday 1st July 2024, the duo sailed double the length of Loch Awe in Scotland (25 miles long), Lake Windermere (10.5 miles […]
Read MoreFun in the Sun at Oakhaven’s Family Fun Day
Fun in the Sun at Oakhaven’s Family Fun Day Oakhaven Hospice’s Family Fun Day on Saturday 29th June welcomed supporters from across the New Forest, Totton and Waterside area, with over 1,000 people attending during the course of the day. The popular annual event has raised over £20,000, all of which will help to fund […]
Read MoreA new lottery supporting Oakhaven Hospice
A new lottery supporting Oakhaven Hospice Oakhaven Hospice is delighted to announce the launch of a new partnership which has the potential to significantly increase lottery income for the Hospice over the coming years. Local Hospice Lottery is a not-for-profit, hospice-owned society lottery. From June 2024, Oakhaven Hospice will be one of 37 hospices throughout […]
Read MoreOakhaven Volunteers receive achievement awards during National Volunteers Week
Oakhaven Volunteers receive achievement awards during National Volunteers Week Seven volunteers have been recognised for outstanding achievement in the 2024 Oakhaven Hospice Volunteer Achievement Awards. National Volunteers Week, from 1st to 7th June 2024, provided the perfect opportunity for the trustees and staff of Oakhaven Hospice to thank over 430 volunteers who willingly give their […]
Read MoreNational Volunteers Week 2024: A BIG Thank You to all Oakhaven Volunteers
A HUGE thank you to the family of Oakhaven Volunteers in National Volunteers Week 2024 National Volunteers Week gives us an opportunity to say a huge THANK YOU to all our wonderful Oakhaven Volunteers. Over 430 volunteers give their time, skills and knowledge to support Oakhaven in many different ways – here in the Coates […]
Read MoreThe Oakhaven Walk 2024 raises £110,000 for end-of-life care and support
The Oakhaven Walk 2024 raises £110,000 for end-of-life care and support The Oakhaven Walk 2024 has raised almost £110,000 to fund the delivery of palliative and end-of-life care and support provided to families throughout the New Forest, Totton and Waterside communities. The Walk took place on 18th May 2024, with a record-breaking 483 participants walking […]
Read MoreBusinesses fundraise for Oakhaven Neighbours
Businesses fundraise £5,500 for ‘Oakhaven Neighbours’ Six local businesses have raised a total of almost £5,500 for our Oakhaven Neighbours programme. Trained Oakhaven Neighbours volunteers provide Oakhaven patients who are navigating life-limiting conditions with a helping hand at home throughout our New Forest, Totton and Waterside communities. Support ranges from running errands, picking up prescriptions […]
Read MorePennyfarthing becomes headline sponsor of The Oakhaven Walk 2024
Pennyfarthing becomes headline sponsor of The Oakhaven Walk Oakhaven Hospice is delighted to announce Pennyfarthing Homes as the headline sponsor of the 2024 Oakhaven Walk, taking place on Saturday 18th May. The fundraising walk, where participants choose to walk to Oakhaven from Sandbanks (26 miles), Mudeford (14 miles) or Barton on Sea (8 miles), is […]
Read MoreVisit Sway Open Gardens on Sunday 9th June
Book tickets now for Sway Open Gardens on Sunday 9th June Book your tickets now to visit enchanting private gardens in Sway in aid of Oakhaven Hospice and Sway Village organisations. The Sway Gardening Club and the Villagers of Sway look forward to welcoming you to Sway Open Gardens 2024, from 11 am to 5 […]
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