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Donations are our lifeline

Services provided by Tapping House cost over £6 million a year to run, with less than a third of that funded by the NHS.

We rely on the kindness and generosity of people just like you to fund the majority of this cost.

Every donation, no matter the size, brings hope and comfort to those who need it most. Together, we can make sure that no one in our community faces their final moments without the care, compassion, and dignity they deserve.

Each year we care for around 1,500 patients at the end of their lives and support 4,500 patient families to find their way after losing someone important to them. Your donation really does matter as every single penny donated helps us provide exceptional care services to individuals and families during some of life’s most challenging times.

Our hospice and service hub proudly supports 6,000 patients and family members each year.

“There has never been a time of such financial pressure. We are extremely lucky to have an amazing community behind us who have always stepped up.”

Niki Ellis CEO

Donation Form

Services provided by Tapping House cost over £6m a year to run, with less than a third of that funded by the NHS. We rely on the kindness and generosity of people just like you to fund the majority of this cost.

£25

The cost per
day for Inpatient
Unit laundry

£700

Inpatient Unit care
for one patient for
24 hours

£3,000

This covers the cost
of one bed on Inpatient
Unit for five nights

Tapping House Services

Your generosity also helps support all our other vital services at Tapping House.

Please consider donating today – because when we join together, we can make every precious moment count.

Dr Hugh Ford IPU

Outstanding palliative support and care for patients facing a life-shortening illness.

Hospice at Home

Compassionate care and support for patients who wish to die in the comfort of their own home.

Tulip Centre

Helping patients to live well and cope with any life limiting conditions. So you can live your life to the full.

Emotional Social Pastoral Support

Support to help you cope with the emotional strain that accompanies illness and loss.

Compassionate Communities

Compassionate Communities means together we can make sure no one faces challenges alone.

How You Can Support Tapping House

I’d like to organise a
fundraising event

Our fundraising team
are here to support
you if you feel inspired
to organise your own
fundraising event or
taking on a sponsored
challenge. We rely on
our supportive community
who are incredibly kind
and go that extra mile to
raise funds for
Tapping House.

Fundraise

I’d like to leave
a gift in my will

By leaving a memory
or gift to Tapping House
in your Will, you make sure
that your legacy is one of
kindness, compassion, and
lasting impact. Even a gift of
1% can make a huge difference
in the future to those using
our Hospice services and it’s
so easy to do.

Legacy Pack

I’d love to Volunteer
my time

Our volunteers help us
in more ways than they
will ever know. We have a
variety of volunteer roles
available all the time and
become part of a community
where your work truly matters
and you contribution makes
an incredible difference.

Volunteer

I wish to shop
online

Why not visit our online
shop and have a look at the
lovely gifts we have available.
This really is a brilliant way
to support us throughout the
year, as every penny raised
goes towards much needed
funds to support our care
services. Also, don’t forget
to pop into one of our nine
charity shops when you’re
out shopping!

Visit Our Shop

How Your Support Helps

Learn more about how our compassionate services make a real difference.

How Hospice at Home cared for Glynis

“Glynis opted to be cared for at home, which was made possible thanks to the Hospice at Home team. They came from early November and were absolute heroes.”

First Class treatment for Penny

“’There are no ‘upgrades’ – every one of their patients is treated as first class.’ Penny enjoyed travelling and getting out, seeing and meeting people. Even in those pandemic days.”

Tapping House was there for Bernard

“The Hospice has been life saving for me. It’s seven months since Bernard died and I still attend the monthly coffee mornings for the bereaved and the monthly stroll together.”

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