Big Give
St Mary’s is taking part in the 2026 Big Give Christmas Challenge, where donations made to our Big Give webpage will be DOUBLED!
When a loved one dies, life is turned upside down.
While St Mary’s can’t change what has happened, we can help people find a way forward — with specialist bereavement support, compassionate counselling and a safe place to grieve.
Your support could help ensure that no one in our community has to navigate loss alone this Christmas.
The situation: the journey of grief
St Mary’s Hospice is known for the care and support we provide to people at the end of their lives. We help people die with dignity, providing compassion, understanding and respect at every stage.
But what happens to the people around them when someone dies? Who is there for those left behind, when life has changed and grief can feel overwhelming?
St Mary’s is.
We are here for anyone in our community who has experienced a bereavement. Whether your loss was days, weeks, months or even years ago, there is no set timeline for grief and no right way to feel.
If you are grieving, we are here for you.
Solution: a hand to hold after death
Our Family and Bereavement Support Service provides specialist psychological, emotional and spiritual support for patients, their families and carers throughout illness and following a bereavement.
We understand that grief is different for everyone. Some people may need more support at certain points, while others may need time and space before they feel ready to reach out. That’s why our support is tailored to each individual, helping people navigate the varied and often confusing emotions that can come with loss.
Our experienced team offers a safe, confidential space to talk, whether you need someone to listen, help making sense of how you’re feeling, or support as you find your way through life after someone dies. We also offer opportunities to connect with others who have experienced bereavement, helping people feel less alone and more understood.
Our service is available to anyone aged 18 or over who is experiencing loss, regardless of how long ago the bereavement happened, the cause of death or their relationship with the person who died. You do not need to have had any previous contact with St Mary’s Hospice to access our support.
There is no right way to grieve, and there is no set timeline. Whenever you need us, we are here.
What is the Big Give Christmas Challenge?
The Big Give Christmas Challenge is a week-long campaign that brings charities and supporters together to raise vital funds and make donations go further.
During the campaign, donations to St Mary’s Hospice can be matched, meaning your gift could be doubled at no extra cost to you.
Double your donation. Double the difference. Your support will help us continue providing free, specialist bereavement support to people in our community, so no one has to navigate grief alone.
