Let the light shine with HospiceWits Tree of Light
The HospiceWits Tree of Light celebration has become a firm favourite event on the calendar. Each year, we get a chance to honour our loved ones who have passed away with a celebration of light, music and entertainment. This year’s Tree of Light will take place at Sacred Heart College on 2 December. The festivities…
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The Blessing of HospiceWits: A Family’s Gratitude for Palliative Care
My family’s journey with HospiceWits began at a time of uncertainty and heartache. My beloved mother, a pillar of strength in our family, was facing the profound challenges of a life-limiting illness. In our darkest hour, we discovered the comforting embrace of HospiceWits, an organisation that would soon become an indispensable part of our lives.…
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A NEW CHAPTER IN PALLIATIVE CARE FOR HOSPICEWITS
a response to the growing needs of our society As a commitment to offer world-class palliative care to our communities in Johannesburg and Soweto, HospiceWits strives to be innovative and comparable with global trends in the provision of care and support for our patients and their loved ones. With this in mind, we recognised “the…
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You are not alone: the importance of support groups
Caring for someone with a degenerative illness can be challenging. We often feel as though we are in it alone, carrying this burden through our daily lives on our own. This is why support groups are so important. For one thing, they help us realise that we are not the only ones going through the…
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Hopeful Homes: Supporting Home Care at HospiceWits
Let’s inspire hope and make a real difference together. Every donation helps us bring light into the lives of those battling life-threatening illness. Help Bring Hope to Soweto – Support Home-Based Care for HospiceWits In the heart of Soweto, where vibrant culture meets the harsh reality of poverty, there’s an urgent need for compassion and care.…
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Act FAST if you suspect the onset of a stroke
A Stroke is a devastating medical emergency that requires immediate attention. Stroke, also known as a cerebrovascular accident (CVA), can have long term effects that vary in severity and can have an impact on the life of the person who has experienced the Stroke. Among some of the long-term effects are loss of movement, loss…
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