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Formerly known as the Earl Mountbatten Hospice, Mountbatten is the only Isle of Wight hospice and lead provider of palliative care to the Island community.

As well as the 16-bed Hospice in Newport, on any given day Mountbatten provide care in the home to over 650 people, as well as offering a number of other services too.

Below are the articles that OnTheWight has published about Moubtbatten.

24, November 2017·3 min read

Sophie’s lasting legacy continues at Earl Mountbatten Hospice

The Sophie Rolf Trust will fund a bespoke area for children and young people where they can receive day respite, social and emotional support sooner after diagnosis. A wonderful legacy for a brave young girl.

17, November 2017·1 min read

Get your copy of ‘An Island Legacy’, which has already £5,000 for hospice

Copies of An Island Legacy - a fascinating insight into 200 years of Isle of Wight history, told through original engravings and modern photographs taken from the land, sea and air - are on sale now. Find out where you can get your copy.

13, November 2017·1 min read

Hospice launches Make a Will Month

Two Isle of Wight solicitors have generously waived their fee for those wanting to make a simple Will in exchange for a £75 donation (single Will) or £150 donation (mirror Wills) to the hospice.

12, October 2017·2 min read

Isle of Wight MP champions the effect of arts on health

Isle of Wight MP, Bob Seely, was singing the praises of several initiatives taking place on the Island where art is being used to help improve health and well-being.

5, October 2017·2 min read

‘An Island Legacy’ raises thousands for Hospice

A fascinating glimpse into 200 years of Isle of Wight history, told through original engravings and modern day photographs, is raising thousands of pounds for Earl Mountbatten Hospice.

4, October 2017·1 min read

Hovertravel walkers present cheque to Hospice

The Hoverwalkers team consists of people from all areas of Hovertravel's business, from cashiers, crew, engineers and pilots.

15, September 2017·2 min read

HRH Countess of Wessex visits Earl Mountbatten Hospice

Her Royal Highness the Countess of Wessex met some of staff, volunteers and Trustees at the Earl Mountbatten Hospice during her tour of the Isle of Wight this week.

31, July 2017·1 min read

Hospice competition for the best sunflowers

Entries for Earl Mountbatten Hospice’s “Grow a Sunflower” campaign are blooming, and it’s still not too late to submit yours!

26, June 2017·1 min read

Hospice launches new service for young adults with life limiting or life threatening conditions

Earl Mountbatten Hospice believes that every young person with a terminal or life-threatening illness should have access to appropriate care and support tailored to his/her individual needs and preferences.

18, April 2017·1 min read

Service of Thanksgiving to celebrate 35 years of the Hospice

All are invited to celebrate 35 years of the Isle of Wight's Earl Mountbatten Hospice at a special 35th anniversary Service of Thanksgiving on Thursday 4th May.

29, March 2017·1 min read

Hospice’s Sister Jackie is named best in country

Well done to Hospice Sister, Jackie Whiller, who's received the top accolade “Palliative Nurse of the Year”.

23, March 2017·4 min read

Earl Mountbatten Hospice judged to be ‘Outstanding’

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has judged the Earl Mountbatten Hospice to be ‘Outstanding’ - putting them alongside a small group of other hospices across the country which have achieved a similar rating.

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