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As Christmas approaches, Irish Hospice Foundation is reminding people to take care of themselves and those around them who may have been recently bereaved, as well as those who continue to feel the absence of loved ones at this time of year. Simple gestures like checking in, offering practical help, or gently acknowledging their loss, can make a meaningful difference.

Local man, Philip Ryan, has once again demonstrated his commitment to charity in memory of his lost loved ones and friends, raising more than €10,000 in support of Galway Hospice through his 2025 fundraising run.

Galway Hospice has announced the launch of its 2026 Calendar, a stunning celebration of Galway’s natural beauty and iconic landmarks.

Minister Hildegarde Naughton has confirmed with the HSE that planning should be lodged for the new Galway Hospice next year. This comes after engagement between Minister Naughton and the CEO of the HSE, Bernard Gloster. The new building will be based in the Brothers of Charity facility in Ballybane.

Members of the Martin Murray Foundation and Moonlight Big Band have presented a cheque to the Galway Hospice, after their big band fundraiser ‘A Night of Jazz Legends’ at the Salthill Hotel last May.

The Ballybane community is coming together to support Galway Hospice with a special Bewley’s Big Coffee Morning fundraiser on Thursday, September 11.

All are invited to the Tree of Lights Celebration on Sunday December 1 at 5pm, on the grounds of Galway Hospice.

There are few of us who have not been affected by cancer either directly or indirectly and many of us have experienced first-hand the invaluable services provided by Galway Hospice and Mayo Roscommon Hospice. Edel Hyland, her family and friends fall into both categories.

Galway University Hospitals Bereavement Support Services and the Irish Hospice Foundation (IHF) recently launched the ‘Galway Grief Sherpa Network’ (GGSN); a new bereavement support initiative, established to promote those organisations who provide bereavement support in Galway City and County.

Campion Insurance have presented a cheque for €12,656.30 to Galway Hospice, proceeds from Coffee Mornings in memory of their esteemed colleague Nora Moran.