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We care for 1 in 4 people in Merton & Sutton living with a life-limiting illness and their families.

Over 1,000 patients and those close to them benefit from our exceptional free Hospice care which costs us £6.5 million to provide every year.

15/11/2025

Only one month to go until our Santa Dash! 🎅

To mark the countdown, our amazing supporter Claire told us what the event means to her. Claire first took part in the Santa Dash with her colleagues, and most recently ran with her best friend and their daughters.

“End of life care and support for families is so important, and making that experience better for people is what makes me passionate about supporting St Raphael's." Claire says.

She also shared why the event is such a highlight:

“We make an event of it! Everyone’s there to support the charity, it’s such a fun day and it really brings in the festive spirit.”

What are you waiting for? Join us for this year’s Dash and make a difference!
www.straphaels.org.uk/Event/santadash25

14/11/2025

We're delighted to share that St Raphael's appeared on BBC Newsnight for the second evening in a row last night! 💜

The reaction to Wednesday’s broadcast was so powerful that the programme returned to the topic of hospice funding last night, featuring the heartfelt story of our community patient, Bill. The Newsnight programme was also mentioned in the House of Commons yesterday, an important step closer to improving funding for the sector.

It's been amazing to see the wonderful feedback from Newsnight viewers. A special thank you to one viewer for this message:

"St Raphael's Hospice... cared for both my parents... in those last precious days of their lives we were able to spend the time just loving them - any worries about their comfort completely taken away - they quite simply cared for us all and that is why hospices are so vital."

If you missed it, you can catch up and watch the segment here - skip to around the 20 minute mark:
www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m002m1gv/newsnight-knives-out-at-number-10

13/11/2025

Did you see us on BBC Newsnight last night?! 📺

We're so grateful for this incredible opportunity to share our story and raise awareness about the funding challenges facing hospices across the UK.

A huge thank you to BBC Newsnight and Victoria Derbyshire for helping shine a light on the vital care we provide to our community.

If you missed it, you can catch up and watch the segment here - skip ahead to around the 20 minute mark:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m002m1kt/newsnight-trump-the-epstein-files

10/11/2025

St Raphael’s on BBC Newsnight 💜

Last week, we were delighted to welcome the BBC Newsnight team to St Raphael’s Hospice to film a feature about our care. The crew spent time with our patients, families, and staff, capturing the warmth, compassion, and dedication that define life at the Hospice.

The feature also explores the financial pressures currently facing hospices across the UK, an important conversation that needs to be heard.

We’re so grateful for this opportunity to share our story and raise awareness of the vital care we provide to our community.

📺 Hopefully airing very soon!

05/11/2025

Bag a bargain at our clearance sale! 🏷️🛍️

Our next clothing clearance will take place on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 December✨

Join us for two days of incredible bargains, delicious cakes, and a warm cuppa, all while supporting a great cause 💜

We’d love to see you there! 😍
www.straphaels.org.uk/Event/-clothing-clearance

02/11/2025

✨ Don’t miss out - dedicate your star by 10 November to have your loved one’s name included in our commemorative Light up a Life brochure.

Their memory will shine at our services and throughout the festive season.

👉 Dedicate your star today:
www.straphaels.org.uk/donate/virtualtree

📅 Join us for Light up a Life at St Raphael’s on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 December:
www.straphaels.org.uk/Event/lualservices25

29/10/2025

Supporter Spotlight! 💜

A huge thank you to our amazing supporters who have been raising funds for the Hospice recently. We’re so grateful for all your incredible efforts!

Our Golf Day was a huge success, raising over £600 with some fantastic prizes up for grabs. Thank you to everyone who came along and supported the day! 🏌️‍♀️

A massive well done to Ethan, who took on the Vitality London 10k challenge, raising an incredible £685! 🏃‍♂️

Emy took a leap for us (literally!) with her Bungee Jump, raising a fantastic £975!! 🪂

And a huge thank you to Elys Wimbledon , who kindly donated prizes for our raffle at their recent Fashion Show. It was a great evening, and we’re so grateful for their generosity and support!

24/10/2025

📣 Calling all Santas (and elves)! 🎅

There’s just one week left to grab your early bird discount for our Santa Dash! Our special offer ends Friday 31 October, with reduced prices on adult, child, family, and group tickets.

We can’t wait to see our community of Santas dashing through Nonsuch Park for their local Hospice.

To sign up click here 👉 www.straphaels.org.uk/Event/santadash25

21/10/2025

"St Raphael's wrapped its support around me through my darkest days. They gave me small reasons to keep going, and slowly, my smile came back.

Light up a Life is a special date I mark every year. The services are beautiful, comforting, and full of love. This year I'll be dedicating a star for Roger, to ensure his memory shines on." - Lindsay

If, like Lindsay, Light up a Life is an important date in your festive calendar, we'd love for you to join us again this year - dedicating a star and remembering those who mean the most.

👉 Dedicate your star this Christmas: www.straphaels.org.uk/donate/virtualtree

📅 Join us for Light up a Life at St Raphael’s on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 December, sharing in moments of reflection, comfort, and community.

17/10/2025

Get festive at our Christmas Market and Santa's Grotto! ✨🎄

Join us for two magical days filled with festive cheer, local stalls, delicious treats, and the return of our much-loved Santa’s Grotto! 🎅🎁

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now! Click the link in our bio to book.

Want to get involved?
We're looking for fantastic stallholders to be part of the festive fun and help make this year's market truly special!

We’re also inviting local choirs and brass bands to bring the sounds of the season to life 🎶

To get in touch, please email: emilyimms@straphaels.org.uk

15/10/2025

We strive to make every stay as comfortable as possible for patients and their families.

From the moment you walk through our doors, we're here to provide care, comfort, and support every step of the way 💜

10/10/2025

This is about busting myths and showing that hospice care is truly more than you think.

Every corner of our Hospice tells a different story, and each one shows that care goes far beyond the clinical.

Address

London Road
Sutton
SM39DX

Website

http://www.straphaels.org.uk/

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