In partnership with Asthma + Lung UK, our Respiratory Practitioner and volunteers, run a social support group for anyone with a lung condition. Giving them a space to socialise and connect over common struggles.

The group has grown since September 2025 and we would like to say thank you to everyone who attends and supports to make this community group possible. There has been lot’s going on at the group recently:

Volunteer Heroes

The volunteers help support this group and without them this community group would not be possible. Anne, started volunteering for the group after attending our Breathlessness Management Programme at the Hospice and was recently successful in securing a grant of £5k for the group via a local pharma group based in Halton – well done!

Supporting the Hospice

Awareness of Halton Haven Hospice is created through this group and members support Halton Haven Hospice where they can, including a £100 donation from one member earlier this year.

Petra from Viridor Runcorn EFW visited Halton Haven A+LUK Support Group

“On Friday I had the pleasure of attending Halton Haven A+LUK in Runcorn, Merseyside. The group was established in September 2025 and is run by volunteers Anne and Elsie and supported by HCP Barbara. Together with support from Halton Haven Hospice they applied for funding to support their group from, Viridor Runcorn EFW. They were successful! Viridor representative Tom Armstrong came along to present a cheque for £5000. Everyone was thrilled and Anne, Elsie and Barbara are busy looking at how they can use the money to best support the group. It was a lovely meeting, with 2 new members joining. It’s been a brilliant start for the group and great to see that all the hard work from Anne, Elsie, Barbara and Jacqueline from Halton Haven Hospice has paid off. Thanks for inviting me!“

The group meets every second Friday of the month, 11:45am to 1:45pm at Murdishaw Community Centre, Barnfield Avenue, Runcorn WA7 6JW. If you think this group is for you, please do pop along and say hello!

This week marks an exciting step forward for Halton Haven Hospice as we officially go live with Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA). Moving from paper-based systems to a fully digital prescribing platform is a significant achievement that strengthens the safety, efficiency, and consistency of the care we provide.

EPMA enables clearer prescribing, reduces errors, improves communication between clinical teams, and ensures real-time access to medication information at the point of care. For our Hospice, this transition supports our ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality, patient‑centred care while embracing digital transformation that future‑proofs our services.

“This milestone reflects the hard work, adaptability, and collaboration of our teams. Thank you to everyone involved in making this positive change a reality.” Clinical Director

We are constantly striving to improve our services to ensure we are providing the best palliative and end of life care. One of the ways we can do this is by listening and adapting to patient and family feedback. Your feedback helps to shape care for others, you can complete our Service User Survey HERE.

Stepping into her new role she shares the below statement:

As I step into the role of CEO at Halton Haven Hospice, I do so with a deep sense of humility and a profound sense of responsibility.

Hospice care is not about giving up. It is about showing up, with compassion, dignity, expertise, and unwavering support during some of life’s most sacred moments. It is about ensuring that no one walks their final journey alone, and that families are held with care long after they say goodbye.

As I begin this chapter, I want to first honour the extraordinary team who make this mission possible every single day. Our staff and volunteers are the heart of all that we do. Skilled and compassionate, they create comfort where there is fear, peace where there is uncertainty, and connection when it matters most.

To the families who have trusted us: thank you. It is a privilege to care for your loved ones. Your stories shape us. Your courage inspires us. Your feedback will continue to guide us.

As CEO, my commitment is clear:

• We will lead with compassion and integrity.
• We will prioritize clinical excellence and continuous learning.
• We will listen — to our patients, families, staff, and community.
• We will advocate for greater awareness and access to hospice care.

Halton Haven is about living fully, with dignity, comfort, and meaning.  Together, we will continue to build a culture where every life is honoured, every voice is heard, and every moment matters.

I am honoured to serve alongside you and excited for what we will accomplish together.

With gratitude and purpose,

Karen Allen Chief Executive Officer Halton Haven Hospice

We are excited for the new chapter Karen is leading the Hospice on, and we hope you can join us for the journey.

Want to be kept up to date with news and updates about Halton Haven Hospice? Sign up for our updates HERE.