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A Month of Awareness, A Heart Full of Care 💗
Can you believe we’re already heading towards the end of the year?
October has been a month of raising awareness, with pink ribbons reminding us to take care of ourselves and one another during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We are especially grateful to have benefited from the Sedgefield Pink Walk, thanks to the wonderful support of everyone who took part. More info and pictures here.
We also turned our attention to Paediatric Palliative Care, shining a light on the very special needs of children living with serious illnesses and the families who walk alongside them. For #HATSON4CPC, our Hospice team enjoyed a wonderfully crazy tea party in the garden, complete with fabulous hats, plenty of laughter and a whole lot of fun! Because raising awareness can come with a smile, too. More info and pictures here.
As we head towards the final stretch before Christmas, we’re reminded that behind every awareness campaign is a person, a family, and a story that matters. At Hospice, caring for people is at the heart of everything we do, and this month has given us another lovely opportunity to celebrate the people who make that care possible.
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Don't Ignore the Little Things
One of our young patients first noticed some soreness under her arm. At first, she thought nothing of it, until one morning she felt a small lump. She visited her local clinic, and the clinic sister arranged further medical investigations. The results confirmed breast cancer.
With both her mother and sister having sadly passed away after late diagnoses of breast cancer, this was particularly frightening. Thankfully, she received chemotherapy and is now in remission, where she has remained for the past couple of years.
Her story is a powerful reminder of the importance of early detection. If you notice a lump or any unusual changes, please don't ignore them. Seek medical advice. Early detection and timely treatment can make a life-changing difference.
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🌸 A Special Kind of Care
We took a moment to celebrate some of our very special people — our caregivers! These are the wonderful hospice staff who spend their days travelling from home to home, often on foot, caring for our patients with gentle hands, listening ears and hearts full of kindness. Come rain or shine, they show up, often going the extra mile to make life a little easier for someone who needs them. Hearts of gold!
Their work may not always make headlines, but the love and comfort they bring into each home make a world of difference.
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Red Door Competition- win R10 000 in prizes!
Find a Red Door - we have 40 doors hosted at various venues around Knysna & Sedgefield
Photograph it & share - post on social media or WhatsApp 077 276 1483
Stand a chance to win, entries close 30 Nov 2026
Follow this campaign online here
Art & Flowers – exhibition
📅 Tues, 27 October | 13:00–17:00
📅 Wednesday, 28 October | 09:30–15:00
📍 Amble Ridge, Knysna
Be amazed at the beautiful floral art interpretations of local paintings. There is also a silent auction for some very desirable paintings. Entry by donation. Come and have a look! Leisure Isle Festival – Book Sale & Tea Garden
We are looking for donations of sweet or savory eats for our tea garden, if you'd like to contribute please contact reception 044 3840593 or drop at BOND House, 24 Wilson Str, Hunters Home, Knysna before Friday 06 Nov.
📅Saturday 7 November | 09:00 - 17:00
📅Sunday 8 November | 10:00 - 15:00
📍Leisure Island, Knysna
SOME OTHER IDEAS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
How about joining our Hospice Sweepstakes. For as little as R50/month you are entered into our quarterly draw and stand a chance to win up to R10 000! To enter contact Connie on hr@hospiceknysna.org.za read more Here
Please donate to Knysna Sedgefield Hospice when you shop at Woolworths -
Simply make Knysna Sedgefield Hospice your charity of choice on the new Woolies MyDifference App.
Reselecting your cause using MyDifference takes a few moments and helps us make a difference to the lives of adults and children with palliative care needs.
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Thank you for helping us carry 40 years of kindness forward. We hope you have enjoyed this little catch-up on what's happening at your Hospice this October! 💗
With gratitude,
Mariana & The KSH Team
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