Cathy’s Story

St Mary’s provided care to Martin from Ulverston after a five-year battle with cancer. Martin’s wife, Cathy, recalls the difference St Mary’s care made to her family.

“Martin was such a sociable, friendly man who adored his family. As his illness advanced, he struggled with pain a lot.

As soon as we entered St Mary’s there was a sense of calm. The team got Martin’s pain under control and the nurses explained things so we could understand. Nothing was ever too much trouble.

It was wonderful to see him get back to his usual self: and I was able to be his wife again. At one point, he was asked to keep the noise down a little because there was such a lot of laughter coming from Martin and the 14 visitors he had in his room!

We were also introduced to the Family Support Team who would be there for us after Martin’s death.

I have pledged a gift of 1% in my Will to help other local families benefit from the wonderful care my family experienced.

I know that St Mary’s Hospice survives on donations and that every one, whatever its size, makes a big difference. I want to help ensure St Mary’s is there for future generations.”