Thanks York Civic Party for the impromptu visit to our Fossgate shop this morning to thank our team for all the work they do! 📸 @SheriffOfYork @PaulDoughty1, @LordMayorYork Cllr Martin Rowley, shop manager Maria, Lady Mayoress Elizabeth Rowley and Sheriff Consort @david3012

We're thrilled to have @BBCYork broadcasting live from our Sunflower Centre at the Hospice today! 🌻 Presenter @JoanitaMusisi is speaking to those involved in the work of the Hospice, as well as patients, families and our Chair of Trustees, @david3012. Listen along until 2pm!💛

This Thursday we return to York Minster for our 40th Anniversary Thanksgiving Service 🌻 Join us for music, memories and celebration as we mark 40 years of St Leonard’s Hospice. 🕖 Thurs 15 May, 7.15pm All welcome, no booking needed.

🌻 International Nurses Day 🌻 As we mark 40 years of St Leonard’s Hospice, we celebrate our amazing nurses, who together bring over 850 years of experience, an incredible achievement. Thank you for the care, skill & compassion you bring every day. #InternationalNursesDay

Huge thank you to @YorkMuseumTrust for today’s health & arts mela. Great to see the @StLeonardsYork team and bereavement alliance there….and a chance to say hello to @ellyfyork!

🌻#DyingMatters Awareness Week🌻 Join us for open, supportive conversations about dying, hospice care and planning ahead. Our outreach team will be hosting informal drop-ins across #York, no booking needed and all welcome. Find out where to see us: https://t.co/dEMCck0nTO

🌻40 stories for 40 years🌻 Meet Kathy, a long-time supporter. Before we even opened, she was helping as part of the Copmanthorpe Support Group. Kathy shares why it’s a "joy and privilege" to be part of the Hospice: https://t.co/VsmgyilGxj #40Stories40Years #SupporterVoices

🌻 40 stories for 40 years 🌻 38 years ago, Cyril said his last goodbyes to his wife Brenda. Her last words were, “Will you do all you can for the Hospice?” Since then, Cyril has raised thousands and volunteered in memory of her. Read his story: https://t.co/ajpHBjua13

"The best thing about working here is knowing I’m making a difference to somebody’s life." Our team provides compassionate care for thousands of patients & families each year. We’re hiring for various roles! 🌻 Visit: https://t.co/2PeTFIWbeY #HospiceJobs #JoinOurTeam

Our annual Plant Sale is back! Join us Sunday 11 May, 11am-2pm for: 💮Beautiful plants 🎶Live music 🍰Tea and cake 🎉Great prizes We're also looking for plant and cake donations. Call 01904 777 777 to help. #PlantSale #Gardening #Fundraiser #CommunityEvent

🌻40 stories for 40 years🌻 Meet Jane, our newest volunteer! 40 years ago, she experienced St Leonard’s when her grandma was cared for in our in-patient unit. Today, she’s volunteering on reception. Read her story here: https://t.co/AfetVciaQi #Volunteering #HospiceCare

Our Hospice@Home team is out across North Yorkshire today, supporting patients who have chosen to die at home. Thanks to Laura and Jo for this 📸! The gratitude from families speaks volumes: “Wonderful people, the care was second to none.” Referral info: https://t.co/aY2ZkXgVvY

Thank you to John, one of our volunteer gardeners, for helping keep our gardens beautiful. He says: "Having a peaceful, safe space to reflect is vital for patients, visitors, and staff." Interested in volunteering? Find current opportunities here: https://t.co/g3NtLACNa9

🚶‍♂️ Walk the Yorkshire Wolds for St Leonard’s Hospice! Join us for a memorable day exploring the hills and dales of the Yorkshire Wolds, and make every step count for patients and families. Sign up today: https://t.co/M4JnFdKy94

A fabulous night of community spirit last nights at our Accumulator Challenge Awards, revealing a grand total of £27,614.07! We’re grateful to all the businesses involved for their passion, enthusiasm and hard work. Look out for our next Accumulator Challenge this autumn!🌻

Huge thanks to @BBCLookNorth who filmed a piece today on the new government funding. Patients Jim (pictured) and Peter shared their experience, with Jim saying, "Being in here has got me back on my feet, I can now see a path forward for my life." Tune in from 6.30 pm 🎥🌻

Today we have welcomed £144,606 in additional @govuk funding from a £100m UK-wide hospice support package. An initial £25m has been allocated this financial year through @hospiceuk, with a further £75m to follow in 2025-26.

Big thanks again to @joncowap @thisisyo1 for having our Chair of Trustees @david3012 on the podcast earlier this month for a great chat about all things #HospiceCare 💙 It's now live! Tune in and give it a listen: 🎙 https://t.co/WBnvBS4ckk

One in four of our patients are cared for thanks to our supporters donating gifts in Wills. This is why we are proud to have joined with hospices across Britain to raise awareness of legacies thanks to @hospiceUK. Watch the full TV ad here: https://t.co/QE2URiAfsY

🎉 Celebrating 40 years of care 🎉 Today marks 40 years since we admitted our first patient and began caring for York & N Yorkshire. We’re celebrating with Val & Juliet, who’ve been with us since day one! A huge thank you to our community, your support makes it all possible.