Heart of Kent Hospice
@heartofkenthospice.bsky.social
Every year we care for 2,000 patients with a terminal illness and their families living in Maidstone, Aylesford, Tonbridge & Malling and surrounding areas. Visit our website at www.hokh.org
Bob, Alka, Ashley & Natasha lit up their Leybourne home, bringing joy to the community ✨
A huge thank you to Bob, Alka, Ashley, and Natasha for putting this on and choosing to support Heart of Kent Hospice, and to everyone who donated via their JustGiving page.
A huge thank you to Bob, Alka, Ashley, and Natasha for putting this on and choosing to support Heart of Kent Hospice, and to everyone who donated via their JustGiving page.
February 3, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Bob, Alka, Ashley & Natasha lit up their Leybourne home, bringing joy to the community ✨
A huge thank you to Bob, Alka, Ashley, and Natasha for putting this on and choosing to support Heart of Kent Hospice, and to everyone who donated via their JustGiving page.
A huge thank you to Bob, Alka, Ashley, and Natasha for putting this on and choosing to support Heart of Kent Hospice, and to everyone who donated via their JustGiving page.
Missed your chance to book a Christmas Tree collection with us?
No worries! The hospice (Preston Hall) is open all day on Monday 12 for you to drop your tree of directly to us.
Please book ahead here: www.hokh.org/event/christ...
No worries! The hospice (Preston Hall) is open all day on Monday 12 for you to drop your tree of directly to us.
Please book ahead here: www.hokh.org/event/christ...
Heart of Kent Hospice Christmas Tree Recycling 2026
Start 2026 in the most tree-mendous way possible by recycling your Christmas Tree with Heart of Kent Hospice in exchange for a donation.
www.hokh.org
January 9, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Missed your chance to book a Christmas Tree collection with us?
No worries! The hospice (Preston Hall) is open all day on Monday 12 for you to drop your tree of directly to us.
Please book ahead here: www.hokh.org/event/christ...
No worries! The hospice (Preston Hall) is open all day on Monday 12 for you to drop your tree of directly to us.
Please book ahead here: www.hokh.org/event/christ...
As we say goodbye to 2025 we want to thank every supporter, volunteer, colleague and donor who helped us make a difference this year. 2026 is a special year – it marks our 35th year of providing compassionate care. We can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with you and continue our mission together.
December 31, 2025 at 4:02 PM
As we say goodbye to 2025 we want to thank every supporter, volunteer, colleague and donor who helped us make a difference this year. 2026 is a special year – it marks our 35th year of providing compassionate care. We can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with you and continue our mission together.
Are you a kind and compassionate person? Are you a good listener who enjoys a chat?
If you can answer ‘yes’ to both these questions, then you have what it takes to be a Compassionate Neighbour. No other qualifications are needed.
Read more: www.hokh.org/compassionat...
If you can answer ‘yes’ to both these questions, then you have what it takes to be a Compassionate Neighbour. No other qualifications are needed.
Read more: www.hokh.org/compassionat...
December 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Are you a kind and compassionate person? Are you a good listener who enjoys a chat?
If you can answer ‘yes’ to both these questions, then you have what it takes to be a Compassionate Neighbour. No other qualifications are needed.
Read more: www.hokh.org/compassionat...
If you can answer ‘yes’ to both these questions, then you have what it takes to be a Compassionate Neighbour. No other qualifications are needed.
Read more: www.hokh.org/compassionat...
We are blown away by the generosity of @KrestonReeves, one of our corporate supporters - who popped by earlier this week to drop off surprise presents for the children of the families that our Family Services Team supports.
We're certain this will bring smiles to so many faces!
We're certain this will bring smiles to so many faces!
December 20, 2025 at 12:01 PM
We are blown away by the generosity of @KrestonReeves, one of our corporate supporters - who popped by earlier this week to drop off surprise presents for the children of the families that our Family Services Team supports.
We're certain this will bring smiles to so many faces!
We're certain this will bring smiles to so many faces!
This week we had Jessica and Andy from Advo drop in some very thoughtful gifts for our patients on the Inpatient Unit, as well as hampers and treats for our staff! 🎁
December 19, 2025 at 7:10 PM
This week we had Jessica and Andy from Advo drop in some very thoughtful gifts for our patients on the Inpatient Unit, as well as hampers and treats for our staff! 🎁
Black Friday tomorrow… skip the big shops and support something closer to home!
Shop at your local Heart of Kent Hospice charity shop, grab a bargain, and help provide compassionate care in our community.
Make your shopping count!
Find a shop: hokh.org/shop-finder/
#heartofkenthospice #blackfriday
Shop at your local Heart of Kent Hospice charity shop, grab a bargain, and help provide compassionate care in our community.
Make your shopping count!
Find a shop: hokh.org/shop-finder/
#heartofkenthospice #blackfriday
November 27, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Black Friday tomorrow… skip the big shops and support something closer to home!
Shop at your local Heart of Kent Hospice charity shop, grab a bargain, and help provide compassionate care in our community.
Make your shopping count!
Find a shop: hokh.org/shop-finder/
#heartofkenthospice #blackfriday
Shop at your local Heart of Kent Hospice charity shop, grab a bargain, and help provide compassionate care in our community.
Make your shopping count!
Find a shop: hokh.org/shop-finder/
#heartofkenthospice #blackfriday
Today is #CarersRightsDay raising awareness of the rights the UK’s 5.8 million unpaid carers. Our Welfare Advisors offer a unique service, supporting patients and carers with guidance on financial, social, legal and welfare issues. Find out more: www.hokh.org/welfare-advi...
November 20, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Today is #CarersRightsDay raising awareness of the rights the UK’s 5.8 million unpaid carers. Our Welfare Advisors offer a unique service, supporting patients and carers with guidance on financial, social, legal and welfare issues. Find out more: www.hokh.org/welfare-advi...
✨“Fun, social, uplifting!” - that’s how Paul Gostling describes Rock Choir!
Join them at our Christmas Concert on 7 Dec for classics like Somewhere Only We Know, festive cheer, and the joy of live music🎟️🎅
Book now: hokh.org/christmas
#christmasconcert #rockchoir #motepark #maidstone #familyfun
Join them at our Christmas Concert on 7 Dec for classics like Somewhere Only We Know, festive cheer, and the joy of live music🎟️🎅
Book now: hokh.org/christmas
#christmasconcert #rockchoir #motepark #maidstone #familyfun
November 19, 2025 at 12:02 PM
✨“Fun, social, uplifting!” - that’s how Paul Gostling describes Rock Choir!
Join them at our Christmas Concert on 7 Dec for classics like Somewhere Only We Know, festive cheer, and the joy of live music🎟️🎅
Book now: hokh.org/christmas
#christmasconcert #rockchoir #motepark #maidstone #familyfun
Join them at our Christmas Concert on 7 Dec for classics like Somewhere Only We Know, festive cheer, and the joy of live music🎟️🎅
Book now: hokh.org/christmas
#christmasconcert #rockchoir #motepark #maidstone #familyfun
Can't make it to our Light up a Life service on Sunday 7 December? Buy a keepsake.
We have star pin badges and wooden decorations, so you can still dedicate a donation in memory of those whose light still shines🕯️
Buy a keepsake here:
hokh.org/light
#heartofkenthospice #lightupalife #maidstone
We have star pin badges and wooden decorations, so you can still dedicate a donation in memory of those whose light still shines🕯️
Buy a keepsake here:
hokh.org/light
#heartofkenthospice #lightupalife #maidstone
November 18, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Can't make it to our Light up a Life service on Sunday 7 December? Buy a keepsake.
We have star pin badges and wooden decorations, so you can still dedicate a donation in memory of those whose light still shines🕯️
Buy a keepsake here:
hokh.org/light
#heartofkenthospice #lightupalife #maidstone
We have star pin badges and wooden decorations, so you can still dedicate a donation in memory of those whose light still shines🕯️
Buy a keepsake here:
hokh.org/light
#heartofkenthospice #lightupalife #maidstone
Is there anything more satisfying than a colour-coordinated bauble display?🎄
Whether you've already got your decorations out or looking for finishing touches, our charity shops have got you covered.
Find your nearest Heart of Kent Hospice shop and pop along this weekend!
🔗 www.hokh.org/shop-finder
Whether you've already got your decorations out or looking for finishing touches, our charity shops have got you covered.
Find your nearest Heart of Kent Hospice shop and pop along this weekend!
🔗 www.hokh.org/shop-finder
November 15, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Is there anything more satisfying than a colour-coordinated bauble display?🎄
Whether you've already got your decorations out or looking for finishing touches, our charity shops have got you covered.
Find your nearest Heart of Kent Hospice shop and pop along this weekend!
🔗 www.hokh.org/shop-finder
Whether you've already got your decorations out or looking for finishing touches, our charity shops have got you covered.
Find your nearest Heart of Kent Hospice shop and pop along this weekend!
🔗 www.hokh.org/shop-finder
Exciting progress for the new Heart of Kent Hospice at Greensand Place!
Ann-Marie Kelly appointed permanent Chief Exec, and our Reserved Matters application for the new hospice has been approved.
Read more:
🔗 www.hokh.org/exciting-progress-for-heart-of-kent-hospice-at-greensand-place
Ann-Marie Kelly appointed permanent Chief Exec, and our Reserved Matters application for the new hospice has been approved.
Read more:
🔗 www.hokh.org/exciting-progress-for-heart-of-kent-hospice-at-greensand-place
Exciting Progress for Heart of Kent Hospice at Greensand Place
It’s been a wonderful start to the week with news that Ann-Marie Kelly has been made permanent as Heart of Kent Hospice Chief Executive. As she starts the week in her permanent role the news that the…
www.hokh.org
November 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Exciting progress for the new Heart of Kent Hospice at Greensand Place!
Ann-Marie Kelly appointed permanent Chief Exec, and our Reserved Matters application for the new hospice has been approved.
Read more:
🔗 www.hokh.org/exciting-progress-for-heart-of-kent-hospice-at-greensand-place
Ann-Marie Kelly appointed permanent Chief Exec, and our Reserved Matters application for the new hospice has been approved.
Read more:
🔗 www.hokh.org/exciting-progress-for-heart-of-kent-hospice-at-greensand-place
Join us on Sunday 7 December at 6pm for a magical evening of music and community spirit as Rock Choir brings the joy of the season to life in a special Christmas Concert!
Book your tickets now 👉 hokh.org/christmas
#heartofkenthospice #christmasconcert #rockchoir #charityconcert #seasonofgiving
Book your tickets now 👉 hokh.org/christmas
#heartofkenthospice #christmasconcert #rockchoir #charityconcert #seasonofgiving
November 12, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Join us on Sunday 7 December at 6pm for a magical evening of music and community spirit as Rock Choir brings the joy of the season to life in a special Christmas Concert!
Book your tickets now 👉 hokh.org/christmas
#heartofkenthospice #christmasconcert #rockchoir #charityconcert #seasonofgiving
Book your tickets now 👉 hokh.org/christmas
#heartofkenthospice #christmasconcert #rockchoir #charityconcert #seasonofgiving
Each year, our Light up a Life event brings together our hospice community to honour our loved ones. We'd love for you to join us for uplifting music and words, and being in the company of others who are remembering loved-ones too.
Sunday 7 December, 4pm - Mote Hall, ME15 7RN
🔗 hokh.org/light
Sunday 7 December, 4pm - Mote Hall, ME15 7RN
🔗 hokh.org/light
Light up a Life
Date: Sunday 7 December Venue: Mote Hall, Mote Avenue, Maidstone, ME15 7RN Time: 4:00pm Remember a loved one this Christmas by supporting Heart of Kent Hospice with a donation to our Light up a Life…
hokh.org
November 11, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Each year, our Light up a Life event brings together our hospice community to honour our loved ones. We'd love for you to join us for uplifting music and words, and being in the company of others who are remembering loved-ones too.
Sunday 7 December, 4pm - Mote Hall, ME15 7RN
🔗 hokh.org/light
Sunday 7 December, 4pm - Mote Hall, ME15 7RN
🔗 hokh.org/light
Jack participated in the London to Brighton cycle ride!
He raised a wonderful £1,050 for Heart of Kent Hospice in memory of his Grandmother, Rosemary who passed away in our care back in 2017.
As a little fun twist, Jack also pledged to shave his hair off, if he raised over £1,000!
He raised a wonderful £1,050 for Heart of Kent Hospice in memory of his Grandmother, Rosemary who passed away in our care back in 2017.
As a little fun twist, Jack also pledged to shave his hair off, if he raised over £1,000!
November 10, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Jack participated in the London to Brighton cycle ride!
He raised a wonderful £1,050 for Heart of Kent Hospice in memory of his Grandmother, Rosemary who passed away in our care back in 2017.
As a little fun twist, Jack also pledged to shave his hair off, if he raised over £1,000!
He raised a wonderful £1,050 for Heart of Kent Hospice in memory of his Grandmother, Rosemary who passed away in our care back in 2017.
As a little fun twist, Jack also pledged to shave his hair off, if he raised over £1,000!
It’s #TrusteesWeek! Today we’re celebrating our incredible Board of Trustees, a team of dedicated volunteers who give their time and guidance to help us make a difference for our community.
#boardoftrustees #volunteertrustees #heartofkenthospice #community
#boardoftrustees #volunteertrustees #heartofkenthospice #community
November 6, 2025 at 4:49 PM
It’s #TrusteesWeek! Today we’re celebrating our incredible Board of Trustees, a team of dedicated volunteers who give their time and guidance to help us make a difference for our community.
#boardoftrustees #volunteertrustees #heartofkenthospice #community
#boardoftrustees #volunteertrustees #heartofkenthospice #community
Join our team!
Every story we share brings comfort and compassion to those who need us most. We’re looking for a PR & Copywriting Manager to help us tell those stories far and wide.
Apply now! ➡️ www.hokh.org/vacancy/pr-c...
#heartofkenthospice #prmanager #jobvacancy #copywritingjobs
Every story we share brings comfort and compassion to those who need us most. We’re looking for a PR & Copywriting Manager to help us tell those stories far and wide.
Apply now! ➡️ www.hokh.org/vacancy/pr-c...
#heartofkenthospice #prmanager #jobvacancy #copywritingjobs
PR & Copywriter Manager - Heart of Kent Hospice
Join us as PR and Copywriting Manager at a leading charity. Use your creativity and storytelling skills to inspire supporters and grow our community impact.
www.hokh.org
November 4, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Join our team!
Every story we share brings comfort and compassion to those who need us most. We’re looking for a PR & Copywriting Manager to help us tell those stories far and wide.
Apply now! ➡️ www.hokh.org/vacancy/pr-c...
#heartofkenthospice #prmanager #jobvacancy #copywritingjobs
Every story we share brings comfort and compassion to those who need us most. We’re looking for a PR & Copywriting Manager to help us tell those stories far and wide.
Apply now! ➡️ www.hokh.org/vacancy/pr-c...
#heartofkenthospice #prmanager #jobvacancy #copywritingjobs
The latest edition of our bi-annual newsletter is out now!
It's a jam-packed issue all about celebrating Hospice Care Week, plans for our future hospice building, and more.
www.hokh.org/your-hospice...
#heartofkenthospice #hospicecareweek #hospicecare #hospicenewsletter #charitynewsletter
It's a jam-packed issue all about celebrating Hospice Care Week, plans for our future hospice building, and more.
www.hokh.org/your-hospice...
#heartofkenthospice #hospicecareweek #hospicecare #hospicenewsletter #charitynewsletter
Your Hospice newsletter - October 2025 edition
In this jam packed issue, you can find out more about plans for our future hospice building as well as celebrate Hospice Care Week with us as we speak to several of our clinical and community…
www.hokh.org
November 3, 2025 at 1:20 PM
The latest edition of our bi-annual newsletter is out now!
It's a jam-packed issue all about celebrating Hospice Care Week, plans for our future hospice building, and more.
www.hokh.org/your-hospice...
#heartofkenthospice #hospicecareweek #hospicecare #hospicenewsletter #charitynewsletter
It's a jam-packed issue all about celebrating Hospice Care Week, plans for our future hospice building, and more.
www.hokh.org/your-hospice...
#heartofkenthospice #hospicecareweek #hospicecare #hospicenewsletter #charitynewsletter
A big thank you to STARA (Snodland Town Active Retirement Association) for raising £843.31 for Heart of Kent Hospice!
It was lovely to meet Chairman Chris Bosman and Vice Chairman Jono White, your support makes such a difference.
It was lovely to meet Chairman Chris Bosman and Vice Chairman Jono White, your support makes such a difference.
October 23, 2025 at 2:06 PM
A big thank you to STARA (Snodland Town Active Retirement Association) for raising £843.31 for Heart of Kent Hospice!
It was lovely to meet Chairman Chris Bosman and Vice Chairman Jono White, your support makes such a difference.
It was lovely to meet Chairman Chris Bosman and Vice Chairman Jono White, your support makes such a difference.
Family Support Drop-In - this Saturday 25 Oct, 10am-12pm at the hospice.
Free monthly session with crafts, games, snacks & fun for families under our care and those living with a life-limiting illness in Kent - no booking needed.
📧 fst@hokh.co.uk
☎️ 01622 792200
#familysupport #heartofkenthospice
Free monthly session with crafts, games, snacks & fun for families under our care and those living with a life-limiting illness in Kent - no booking needed.
📧 fst@hokh.co.uk
☎️ 01622 792200
#familysupport #heartofkenthospice
October 21, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Family Support Drop-In - this Saturday 25 Oct, 10am-12pm at the hospice.
Free monthly session with crafts, games, snacks & fun for families under our care and those living with a life-limiting illness in Kent - no booking needed.
📧 fst@hokh.co.uk
☎️ 01622 792200
#familysupport #heartofkenthospice
Free monthly session with crafts, games, snacks & fun for families under our care and those living with a life-limiting illness in Kent - no booking needed.
📧 fst@hokh.co.uk
☎️ 01622 792200
#familysupport #heartofkenthospice
You make these events special, with your kindness, generosity and warmth 🩵
#moonlitwalk2025
#moonlitwalk2025
October 20, 2025 at 5:50 PM
You make these events special, with your kindness, generosity and warmth 🩵
#moonlitwalk2025
#moonlitwalk2025
Sneak peek at the items available for bids this week👀
Bid now - either inside the West Malling shop or by phone: 01732 870962
Get your bid in before 9:30am this Saturday and join us at 10am for the live auction📣
Bid now - either inside the West Malling shop or by phone: 01732 870962
Get your bid in before 9:30am this Saturday and join us at 10am for the live auction📣
October 13, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Sneak peek at the items available for bids this week👀
Bid now - either inside the West Malling shop or by phone: 01732 870962
Get your bid in before 9:30am this Saturday and join us at 10am for the live auction📣
Bid now - either inside the West Malling shop or by phone: 01732 870962
Get your bid in before 9:30am this Saturday and join us at 10am for the live auction📣
Have you thought about leaving a gift in your Will to the hospice?
Your kindness today can help ensure hospice care is there for local people now and in future.
Want to learn more? Request your FREE Gifts in Wills brochure: www.hokh.org/leave-a-gift...
#giftsinwills #makeawill
Your kindness today can help ensure hospice care is there for local people now and in future.
Want to learn more? Request your FREE Gifts in Wills brochure: www.hokh.org/leave-a-gift...
#giftsinwills #makeawill
October 5, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Have you thought about leaving a gift in your Will to the hospice?
Your kindness today can help ensure hospice care is there for local people now and in future.
Want to learn more? Request your FREE Gifts in Wills brochure: www.hokh.org/leave-a-gift...
#giftsinwills #makeawill
Your kindness today can help ensure hospice care is there for local people now and in future.
Want to learn more? Request your FREE Gifts in Wills brochure: www.hokh.org/leave-a-gift...
#giftsinwills #makeawill
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Unfortunately, due to some recent storm damage and fallen trees in the Allington Castle grounds, we’ve had to make a last-minute change to the planned Moonlit Walk route tonight. Our Memory Wall will also now be located in Cobtree Manor Park. Full details at www.hokh.org/moonlit
October 4, 2025 at 1:28 PM
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Unfortunately, due to some recent storm damage and fallen trees in the Allington Castle grounds, we’ve had to make a last-minute change to the planned Moonlit Walk route tonight. Our Memory Wall will also now be located in Cobtree Manor Park. Full details at www.hokh.org/moonlit
DID YOU KNOW?
You can now buy single tickets for our lottery in our charity shops. Tickets cost just £1 and you have the chance of winning a £1,000 jackpot.
Find out more: www.hokh.org/lottery/
You must be 18+ to play our lottery. Full terms and conditions apply. Please play responsibly.
You can now buy single tickets for our lottery in our charity shops. Tickets cost just £1 and you have the chance of winning a £1,000 jackpot.
Find out more: www.hokh.org/lottery/
You must be 18+ to play our lottery. Full terms and conditions apply. Please play responsibly.
October 1, 2025 at 11:05 AM
DID YOU KNOW?
You can now buy single tickets for our lottery in our charity shops. Tickets cost just £1 and you have the chance of winning a £1,000 jackpot.
Find out more: www.hokh.org/lottery/
You must be 18+ to play our lottery. Full terms and conditions apply. Please play responsibly.
You can now buy single tickets for our lottery in our charity shops. Tickets cost just £1 and you have the chance of winning a £1,000 jackpot.
Find out more: www.hokh.org/lottery/
You must be 18+ to play our lottery. Full terms and conditions apply. Please play responsibly.