Patient Stories

Sharing personal experiences is a powerful way of raising awareness of Isabel’s work as well as dispelling some of the misconceptions that still surround hospice care.

Here, you can read some of our moving and inspiring Patient Stories and discover more about the many ways we can help support you throughout your journey with us.

Heather and Patricia’s Story

When Heather Elvins’ father entered the Isabel Hospice In-Patient Unit in June 2024, it marked the culmination of a journey

Jill’s Story

“Dad called the hospice his ‘second family’ – now we celebrate his memory every year with them.” Dad was Mr

Maria’s Story

Turning grief into guidance, Maria Vaciago was inspired to write a children’s book about bereavement, following Isabel Hospice’s compassionate care

Andy’s Story

When Polly received news of husband Andy Jones’ incurable diagnosis of Glioblastoma in April 2023, she said “everything quickly became

Cheryl’s Story

When my dad, Ray, was diagnosed with oesophageal cancer early last year, the news hit us hard. By June, after

Harry’s Story

My name is Harry and when I was eight years old, my grandad, who was only 64 at the time,