Stories

The specialist care we provide to patients and their families during difficult times leaves a lasting impression. Here are some of their stories.

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Bev Murphy – Administration

Bev Murphy shares what it is like to work at Evora Hospice.

Gary O’Hare – Head Chef

Gary O’Hare shares his experience and what it is like to work as Head Chef at the Hospice.

Jenny Brown – Staff Nurse

Jenny shares her experience of being reassigned to the inpatient unit in newry due to covid-19.

Diane – Nursing Auxiliary

Nursing auxiliaries work alongside the doctors, nurses, physios, chaplains, and social workers throughout the day to ensure the best possible support to each...

Rev Matthew Hagan – Hospice Chaplain

Learn about a day in the life of Evora Hospice's chaplain.

James McCaffery – Fundraising Officer

James McCaffrey talks us through his role and duties in fundraising for Evora Hospice.

Sarah O’Hare – Fundraising Officer

Fundraising Officer Sarah O'Hare talks us through her role and daily life at Evora Hospice

A Volunteer’s Story

A volunteer who joined our ranks in 2024 explains how, when and why she supports the Hospice with her time.

Patrick’s Story

Through every challenge, Patrick continues to show that even with MS, life can still be full of laughter, connection, and purpose.

Dermot’s Story

Dermot's family talk through his 4-year battle with cancer, and the care and support he received from the Hospice during his final weeks.

David’s Story

David Moore's family have shared their experience of the Hospice. The specialist care we provided allowed him to get his pain under control, and to return home...

Raymond’s Story

“Hospice was like nothing we had ever imagined.” Raymond Grant's Family share their hospice story.

Barbara’s Story

The McGovern Family from Ballyholland reflect on the care and support received during Barbara's illness in 2017.

Bronagh’s Story

One of Bronagh's children's reflects on the care and comfort taken from her time at the Hospice.

Julie Ann’s Story

Julie Ann Purdy from Lurgan talks about her father’s experience of the Hospice 13 years ago and how she feels a strong connection to it.

Christine’s Story

After losing her partner of 43 years, Christine describes how the Hospice proved to be the lifeline she never knew she needed.

Charlotte’s Story

Charlotte Robinson describes the care and support her mother Helen received from the Hospice during the early 2020s.

Margaret’s Story

Margaret’s family have shared their experience of Evora Hospice, the specialist palliative care provided by the team and the support they received during the...

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