LOROS Hospice

12/04/2026

For this week’s , we’re hearing from Paris Granger, who took part in last year’s Twilight Walk in memory of her beloved Mum. 💛

“In February 2025, my Mum, Sonia, was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive cancer. It happened really quickly and came out of nowhere. By the end of March 2025, she was at LOROS, at the end of her life. Before then, we didn’t even know LOROS existed.

My Mum was an all-round amazing person who lit up any room she walked into. She was so caring and put everyone before herself. Even at LOROS, when she didn’t feel like eating, she’d order food just to make sure me and Dad were eating. She was so sweet and caring. She was the life of the party, loved to go out for a drink or to a gig. She was a special person and my best friend.

When she was going into LOROS, I felt so relieved. We knew she would be looked after going there and she was!

It was one of the worst times of our lives but everyone at LOROS was just amazing. They didn’t just look after mum. They looked after me and my Dad as well. We had such a positive experience from all the staff, all the doctors, and everyone who was there. LOROS just made it a little bit easier. After experiencing that level of care, we knew we wanted to do everything we could to raise money for LOROS, which is why we decided to take part in the Twilight Walk.

LOROS supported us just as much as they supported her. They always checked on us to make sure we were coping. We both had counselling sessions. I still go – it’s really helpful. They reassure me that I’m not going crazy. I’ve never gone through anything like this before, and they remind me that what I’m going through is normal.

Me and Dad took part in the Twilight Walk last year and thought it was great. Every point along the route had some sort of act, like singing or drumming. You had the marshals at different points, and everyone was so upbeat. It didn’t feel like I was walking for two hours at all.

At the start I felt upset, but as we were walking round, I knew she’d be proud of what we were doing and she’d be happy that we were taking part. I enjoyed it but it was a mix of emotions. I felt like Mum gave me the strength to do it.

Everyone dressed up, including me and Dad. I wore a tutu with leg warmers and a headband. The music along the route was full of bangers and it was quite uplifting. I would tell anyone who’s unsure of taking part in the Twilight Walk to go for it. Even if you feel apprehensive, you experience such a warm feeling, and everyone is there for similar reasons. It’s just like a little family even though you don’t know everyone. Everyone is there to support each other and have a good time, which definitely came through on the walk.

My work’s chosen charity this year is LOROS. They hold social events throughout the year and will ask for a donation to be made to LOROS. The first one was a glass fusion session which I attended. They are also doing a hike in May, which they do annually as the company's main fundraising event. I have also donated to this.

I was really happy that they chose to support LOROS. It feels like another way to honour Mum and give back to LOROS.”

If you’d like to walk in memory of someone special or show your support for LOROS Hospice, join us for this year’s Twilight Walk on Saturday 20th June. Sign up at loros.co.uk/twilight and be part of an unforgettable night as we make the night glow for LOROS.✨✨✨

11/04/2026

If you’re going to the Leicester City match on Saturday, look out for LOROS!

We’re delighted to have the Swansea City match dedicated to our charity, so we’ll be there with our yellow buckets – bring your change (or notes!), as we raise funds to reopen beds on our inpatient ward.

Leicester City Club Ambassador and LOROS patron Alan Birchenall said: “It means a lot to me personally that we’re dedicating this weekend’s game to LOROS and the amazing work they do for people in our community.

“I’ve seen the care and support they give to patients and their families during really tough times, it is something special.

“With the backing of our fans, hopefully we can do our bit to help them reopen these much-needed inpatient beds and keep providing that care and compassion to those who need it most.”

LOROS Chief Executive Camilla Barrow said: “We’re delighted to once again have this opportunity to reach out to Leicester City’s wonderful supporters.

“This has been a difficult year for LOROS, as we’ve faced some incredibly tough decisions about our services, but the support of our local community has been truly inspiring and we’re so grateful to LCFC for standing with us as we continue to deliver compassionate, dignified care to patients and their families.”

10/04/2026

When a patient can’t be part of an important family event due to their illness we try our hardest to find ways for them to engage. 💞

For Richard, whose grandson Warren is getting married in Knaysna, South Africa today, a long haul flight was impossible. But watching the ceremony live on our huge TV in Day Hospice from his bed, a glass of champagne in hand? That could work!

The bride and groom, Charley and Warren, wanted to get married in South Africa, after getting engaged at the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. “He’s a smashing lad”, said Richard. “We’ll be with them in spirit. And the important thing is we can all watch.”

Congratulations to the happy couple! 🥂

10/04/2026

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09/04/2026

“Dad truly had a great relationship with her and I feel that is so, so important when you are at end of life. He knew he was looked after and cared for.

“The difference that makes to us as family members is huge, not only did it provide us with reassurance that we hadn't had for a long time when we couldn't be with him (and helped us actually sleep some nights for the first time in what felt like forever!) but it has brought us comfort during the hard times of our grief.

“We know that because of Chloe and other nurses at LOROS that the last 5 weeks of Dad's life he was not alone, he was loved, he was cared for.”

If you or a loved one has experienced LOROS care, and these words, from the daughter of a patient, resonate with you, you might like to consider nominating your nurse for a DAISY Award?

A DAISY Award recognises outstanding nursing care. It’s widely used across the NHS but LOROS is the first hospice to introduce it. Last month Chloe, on our inpatient ward, became the first nurse to be honoured in this way.

We’re taking nominations now for the next DAISY award – visit https://loros.co.uk/daisy-award for more

08/04/2026

We’re excited to be at the Leicester City Football Club game this Saturday raising funds for the reopening of seven beds on the inpatient ward at the Hospice. 💛

If you’re at the match, please stop by and show your support. However big or small you can donate, every bit of support makes a difference.

You can also use the text to donate. Text LOROS plus the amount you wish to donate to 70480. For example, to donate £5 text LOROS5 to 70480. Please note texts will cost the donation amount plus one standard network rate message.

Our fixture at home to Swansea City this Saturday will be dedicated to LOROS Hospice 💙

08/04/2026

There’s still time to treat yourself at the LOROS Annual Lunch, but be quick as Wednesday spaces are now sold out! 👛🥂

Join us for a spectacular afternoon with Prosecco on arrival, boutique shopping and a delicious two course meal, all while supporting LOROS Hospice. Hear from guest speaker, The Reverend Canon Kate Bottley, who will be presenting her popular talk, God and Gogglebox.

📅 Thursday 21st May
📍 Winstanley House

Don’t miss out! Book your place at loros.co.uk/lunch

07/04/2026

Over the years, the Twilight Walk has taken us through some incredible adventures — from diving under the sea with shimmering blues and ocean vibes, to unleashing our inner superheroes with capes and marks, to walking on the wild side in the jungle. 🤩

And the best part is, there’s plenty more to come with the Twilight Walk on Saturday 20th June! Grab your glitter, gather your friends and join us as we make the night glow for LOROS. ✨✨

Get your early bird ticket at loros.co.uk/twilight

06/04/2026

Yesterday some of our egg-cellent staff and volunteers took time out of their Easter Sunday to give Easter eggs out on our inpatient ward. Hoppy Easter to all! 🐣

05/04/2026

Mary's mother-in-law, Helen, was recently cared for on our inpatient ward. Here she shares her experiences of the support and kindness Helen and her whole family received at LOROS.

"Helen, my mother-in-law, became ill at the beginning of January, she had severe breathing difficulties. After being admitted to hospital an RSV infection and pneumonia were confirmed and she deteriorated rapidly.

Over the course of two weeks, she was transferred from one hospital to another and was becoming frailer. Helen was clearly very poorly and it felt like we were reaching the end, but we were getting conflicting information about Helen’s prognosis and whether she would even be kept in hospital which was confusing and very stressful. Things took a clear turn by the second weekend when it became clear she was losing her battle.

Whilst we appreciate hospital staff do their best, it really was not ideal for Helen to be on a general medical ward where the staff were clearly overstretched. I contacted LOROS to ask how moving Helen to their hospice would work, they explained a bed could be made available early the following week and Helen could be transferred if her medical team made the referral.

We spoke to one of the palliative care team nurses at the LGH, who had recently worked at LOROS. They advised Helen would need to be well enough to travel there in an ambulance. We discussed it as a family and agreed it was the right thing to do.

It was a hair-raising journey across the city to the hospice. Time was of the essence. She needed to arrive by 2pm, but things got delayed. She was so frail my sister-in-law Anne and I felt sick to our stomachs the whole journey, it was very stressful but so worth it. When we finally arrived, the relief was enormous. The reception volunteers welcomed us so warmly. We had never experienced anything like it.

Helen’s room was beautiful, and when the nurses had transferred her into the bed, I remember thinking: this is what she deserves. She needed that comfort, that care — and we felt that we had done right by her.

The whole hospice wrapped its arms around Helen and the whole family.
Within an hour we had been visited by the registrar and junior doctors. The handover was incredibly detailed. They wanted to know everything about Helen and took their time to ask questions and get to know her. She mattered, and it was clear that they cared. Nothing felt rushed or hurried.

Until we arrived at LOROS, Helen had been barely eating or drinking, but once she was settled, we watched her rally a little. The nurses gave her lollies. She devoured them. It was great to see.

There was a family room made available to us which is amazing. It allowed us to be with her round the clock but have some respite if you needed it— such a valuable resource, particularly for families who don’t live nearby.

At what is undoubtedly one of the worst times of your life, that level of care gives you something you desperately need: the reassurance that your loved one couldn’t be anywhere better. We all felt a deep sense of peace. It was a privilege to be able to give that to Helen.

Helen arrived at LOROS on Tuesday. She died peacefully on the Sunday.

After she died, the staff gave each of us a small knitted heart that matched the one Helen had in her hands. It was such a thoughtful gesture — simple, but deeply meaningful. As a family we feel the care and compassion given to Helen and the whole family by every member of the LOROS team made a difficult time so much more bearable. It is a very special place."

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05/04/2026

Happy Easter! 🌷🐣

Wishing you a day filled with joy, renewal, and all the little things that make life sweet. May your baskets be full, your hearts even fuller, and your time spent with loved ones truly special.

Here’s to fresh starts, brighter days, and plenty of chocolate! 🍫✨

04/04/2026

We took charge of an egg-stra special delivery on Thursday!

Reflection funeral care dropped off a huge delivery of over 300 eggs and treats for our patients! It was a wonderfully generous gesture - thank you so much 💞🐥

Have an egg-cellent Easter everyone! Xx