We were very excited when, back in July, we heard that Peter Harrison from Norwich had nominated us in the Best Health Charity category for The Sun’s Who Cares Wins Awards. The Butterfly Volunteers, managed by Caroline Stevens, had supported him and his wife Christine, as she sadly died in the Norfolk and Norwich University […]
Last week we celebrated the 75th anniversary of the NHS. The “Nursing Times has compiled a list of 75 nurses and midwives who have contributed in a significant way to the service or are rising stars.” We couldn’t be prouder of our trustee and previous CEO of the Royal College of Nursing, Dr. Peter Carter […]
Despite death being something we all face, we tend to avoid using the words death, dying or died and use phrases like ‘they passed away’ or ‘they’re no longer with us’ and many other euphemisms when we have to discuss it – So what is the best way for us to approach the subject and […]
Caring for someone you love at the end of their life is never easy.
Butterfly Volunteers are a vital part of the hospital’s work. They provide comfort and companionship to patients and their families during the final days of life.
We always think we have time, but sadly this isn’t always true. As well as you know your loved ones, do you honestly know their wishes when it comes to the send-off they want?
Born on 5th December 1930, My mum, Anne Robson, would have been 92 today. It is 12 years since she died, in circumstances that prompted me to set up the Anne Robson Trust. I hope she would be proud of all we have achieved in the whirlwind four years since we launched the charity. For […]
John from A R K Lasting Powers & Wills shares his top five reasons to make a Will today. A R K will donate 10% of Will fees paid by Anne Robson Trust supporters to our charity’s work. Some people feel that they don’t need to make a Will – perhaps they think they’re too […]
“Over the weekend I was scrolling through Twitter and came across this beautiful post from our friend, eminent Palliative Care Consultant and bestselling Author, Dr Kathryn Mannix. She has kindly given us permission to share it with you. I hope you find it as moving and profound as I did.” Liz Pryor MBE, Founder & […]
Bill faced his illness with courage and humour and was so generous in his support for our work. He was an inspiration to us all and will be greatly missed. We send our thoughts and love to his family. Bill Turnbull: Former BBC Breakfast presenter dies aged 66 – BBC News
