The Hospice Blog
We’re hiring! New volunteer & Lead Nurse roles
New roles include: Lead Nurse, Volunteer Workforce Development Manager, Volunteer Lead Companion & Volunteer Administration Manager.
New management team + companionship service
We've been beavering away, working on some big ideas and would now like to invite you to come and help us put them into action.
An update from the trustees
We just wanted to reassure you that Skanda Vale Hospice will reopen (with a big celebration) as soon as it is safe to do so.
Here comes the sun
A song for our wonderful patients – performed by nurses, gardeners, cooks, carers and companions, Hope it brings a bit of sunshine into your day!
Rhys’ story
Rhys is 18, and recently stayed with us for respite. In this video, Rhys compares the kebab shops of Llandysul with those of his hometown Swansea, and shares his thoughts on staying on top of a supremely challenging life-limiting illness through humour and positive thinking. This is one inspirational young man...
How respite helps Stan as a family carer
Stan shares his moving story: "The only time I can switch off is when Alyson is here. I don’t have to worry about her. I know she’s happy and contented. That means a lot to me. It’s given me peace. Somewhere to relax, knowing that’s there’s another purpose in life."