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Hayley Clark, Director of People and Culture, stands smiling in Demelza’s hospice gardens wearing a smart beige roll neck top.
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Time to talk about wellbeing

This Time to Talk Day, we caught up with Hayley Clark, Director of People and Culture at Demelza, about why it’s so important to talk about wellbeing at work.

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How can your organisation support charities like Demelza?

Could you support Demelza through your company or business? Find out how your organisation can benefit from partnering with us.

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Elle’s story: making the most of every moment

We caught up with Elle Lakin, a healthcare assistant at Demelza, to learn more about what it’s like to work at a children’s hospice and how she helps create special moments for families.

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Demelza stands by SMAUK and advocates for Spinal Muscular Atrophy to be added to newborn screening programme

Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson has bravely shared that her seven-month-old twin girls have been diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Type 1 - a devastating diagnosis and stark reminder that a life-limiting condition doesn't just happen to other people.

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What is a trustee?

This Trustees’ Week, we’re celebrating the support, guidance and inspiration that trustees provide. There are nearly one million trustees across the UK, offering a wealth of knowledge and dedication to help charities thrive.

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Malcolm's volunteering story: from volunteer to a whole new career

Malcolm Vint is the assistant manager at Demelza’s bookshop in Hythe, but started out as a volunteer in one of Demelza’s charity shops. Despite retiring, Malcolm wasn’t ready to put his feet up and has now embarked on a whole new bookselling career.

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Julian's volunteering story

At Demelza, we have volunteering roles for everyone. We caught up with photographer Julian to hear more about how he lends his lens to Demelza’s mission. 

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Leaving an extraordinary legacy: Ken's supporter story

Ken Green has been supporting Demelza for many years and decided to give a gift in his will to Demelza in memory of his own daughter, Susan, who sadly died at 66 years old. 

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Why you need a will – how to write one and leave a legacy

Having a will is so important – whatever your circumstances. Read more about why you should have one, how to write it and how leaving a legacy can support Demelza’s vital work past your lifetime.

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