Tuesday 11 February is the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, a World Day of the Sick.
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We take today to remember the value and importance of palliative care. God stays close to those who are suffering, and illness can be a profound moment of transformation. In our pain, we recognize that true hope comes from the Lord. Places of suffering should never be overlooked, as they offer opportunities for deep connection, sharing, and mutual growth. By standing with those who suffer, we learn the true meaning of faith. This is why hospices and palliative care play such a vital role in our communities.
The content in this section will explain how hospices work and demonstrate why they are the jewel in the crown when it comes to palliative and end of life care.
Understanding the shock, pain, and anxiety that comes after a terminal diagnosis is often best articulated through first-person stories. Today we’re speaking to Matt Parkes about how he cared for his dad, Jeff, at the end of his life.
Jeff became aware something was seriously wrong health-wise in 2011. Something had changed. Something felt different. He had a number of episodes where he would lose his balance, and eventually he was diagnosed with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), a rare brain condition that causes problems with movement, vision, speech, and swallowing.
Message from the Holy Father for the 33rd World Day of the Sick in the Jubilee Year 2025, Pope Francis reminds us not to lose hope.
A prayer for the sick, caregivers, and healthcare workers to Mary, asking her to sustain faith and loving care for one another.
Bishop Paul Mason, Lead Bishop for Health and Social Care, issued a reflection on the World Day of the Sick saying that we must remember how crucial palliative and hospice care is, particularly in light of recent debates about the end of life.
