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
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
Got a few hours on a Saturday? Come make a difference!
We're looking for a permanent Volunteer in our Senacre shop for Saturday afternoons.
If you're interested in applying, read more below. Apply on our website or email us at volunteers@hokh.co.uk
🔗 www.hokh.org/vacancy/reta...
We're looking for a permanent Volunteer in our Senacre shop for Saturday afternoons.
If you're interested in applying, read more below. Apply on our website or email us at volunteers@hokh.co.uk
🔗 www.hokh.org/vacancy/reta...
Retail Volunteer
Based in one of our 14 shops, this role supports the Shop Manager and requires: To find out more about this role or to apply, please contact the People Services Team on 01622 792200 or email…
www.hokh.org
November 17, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Got a few hours on a Saturday? Come make a difference!
We're looking for a permanent Volunteer in our Senacre shop for Saturday afternoons.
If you're interested in applying, read more below. Apply on our website or email us at volunteers@hokh.co.uk
🔗 www.hokh.org/vacancy/reta...
We're looking for a permanent Volunteer in our Senacre shop for Saturday afternoons.
If you're interested in applying, read more below. Apply on our website or email us at volunteers@hokh.co.uk
🔗 www.hokh.org/vacancy/reta...
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…
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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.
Halloween is creeping closer, and our Senacre shop has everything you need to get into the spirit! From costumes and masks to decorations and party essentials — we’ve got your fright night covered.
Come and say hello to our friendly team this week and grab yourself a bargain!
Come and say hello to our friendly team this week and grab yourself a bargain!
September 30, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Halloween is creeping closer, and our Senacre shop has everything you need to get into the spirit! From costumes and masks to decorations and party essentials — we’ve got your fright night covered.
Come and say hello to our friendly team this week and grab yourself a bargain!
Come and say hello to our friendly team this week and grab yourself a bargain!
The West Malling Bid Window is back for 2025!
Starting on 11 October and ending on 18 October with a live auction at 10am in the West Malling shop.
Stay tuned to our social media in the coming weeks for the items available for bids!
#westmalling #heartofkenthospice #auction #kent #charityshop
Starting on 11 October and ending on 18 October with a live auction at 10am in the West Malling shop.
Stay tuned to our social media in the coming weeks for the items available for bids!
#westmalling #heartofkenthospice #auction #kent #charityshop
September 28, 2025 at 11:01 AM
The West Malling Bid Window is back for 2025!
Starting on 11 October and ending on 18 October with a live auction at 10am in the West Malling shop.
Stay tuned to our social media in the coming weeks for the items available for bids!
#westmalling #heartofkenthospice #auction #kent #charityshop
Starting on 11 October and ending on 18 October with a live auction at 10am in the West Malling shop.
Stay tuned to our social media in the coming weeks for the items available for bids!
#westmalling #heartofkenthospice #auction #kent #charityshop
Don't miss out!
There is just 1 week to go until our Moonlit Walk!
Create special memories with friends and family by lighting up the night sky while raising vital funds for Heart of Kent Hospice.
🔗 Sign up now: register.enthuse.com/ps/event/Moo...
There is just 1 week to go until our Moonlit Walk!
Create special memories with friends and family by lighting up the night sky while raising vital funds for Heart of Kent Hospice.
🔗 Sign up now: register.enthuse.com/ps/event/Moo...
September 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Don't miss out!
There is just 1 week to go until our Moonlit Walk!
Create special memories with friends and family by lighting up the night sky while raising vital funds for Heart of Kent Hospice.
🔗 Sign up now: register.enthuse.com/ps/event/Moo...
There is just 1 week to go until our Moonlit Walk!
Create special memories with friends and family by lighting up the night sky while raising vital funds for Heart of Kent Hospice.
🔗 Sign up now: register.enthuse.com/ps/event/Moo...
We would like to give a big thank you to young fundraiser Lily who recently raised an impressive £216 selling homemade lemonade outside her home over the August bank holiday weekend.
Lily decided to fundraise for the hospice in memory of her nan, Ann Chitty.
Thank you Lily!
#fundraising #hospice
Lily decided to fundraise for the hospice in memory of her nan, Ann Chitty.
Thank you Lily!
#fundraising #hospice
September 26, 2025 at 11:01 AM
We would like to give a big thank you to young fundraiser Lily who recently raised an impressive £216 selling homemade lemonade outside her home over the August bank holiday weekend.
Lily decided to fundraise for the hospice in memory of her nan, Ann Chitty.
Thank you Lily!
#fundraising #hospice
Lily decided to fundraise for the hospice in memory of her nan, Ann Chitty.
Thank you Lily!
#fundraising #hospice
We would like to give a big thank you to Fiona Bundell who volunteers in the Hospice Hub. Fiona has published a book called ‘Smile’ a heartwarming collection of stories. Earlier this month Fiona donated £340 in sales of the book to the hospice.
Thank you for your generosity, Fiona!
Thank you for your generosity, Fiona!
September 24, 2025 at 12:21 PM
We would like to give a big thank you to Fiona Bundell who volunteers in the Hospice Hub. Fiona has published a book called ‘Smile’ a heartwarming collection of stories. Earlier this month Fiona donated £340 in sales of the book to the hospice.
Thank you for your generosity, Fiona!
Thank you for your generosity, Fiona!
Please say hello 👋 to our newly trained Compassionate Neighbours volunteers!
Could you help support someone in your local community by becoming a Compassionate Neighbour volunteer?
More: www.hokh.org
Could you help support someone in your local community by becoming a Compassionate Neighbour volunteer?
More: www.hokh.org
September 22, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Please say hello 👋 to our newly trained Compassionate Neighbours volunteers!
Could you help support someone in your local community by becoming a Compassionate Neighbour volunteer?
More: www.hokh.org
Could you help support someone in your local community by becoming a Compassionate Neighbour volunteer?
More: www.hokh.org
Can you believe it? There are just two weeks to go until we come together for the Moonlit Walk and we’re feeling the excitement!
Visit hokh.org/moonlit to sign up today!
#moonlit #walk #heartofkenthospice #fundraising #charity
Visit hokh.org/moonlit to sign up today!
#moonlit #walk #heartofkenthospice #fundraising #charity
September 20, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Can you believe it? There are just two weeks to go until we come together for the Moonlit Walk and we’re feeling the excitement!
Visit hokh.org/moonlit to sign up today!
#moonlit #walk #heartofkenthospice #fundraising #charity
Visit hokh.org/moonlit to sign up today!
#moonlit #walk #heartofkenthospice #fundraising #charity
As we gently wave goodbye to summer, our shop in The Mall, Maidstone is already embracing the cosy vibes of the new season. From warm-toned home décor to charming autumnal finds, there’s something special waiting for you.
#charityshop #themall #maidstone #kent #heartofkenthospice
#charityshop #themall #maidstone #kent #heartofkenthospice
September 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM
As we gently wave goodbye to summer, our shop in The Mall, Maidstone is already embracing the cosy vibes of the new season. From warm-toned home décor to charming autumnal finds, there’s something special waiting for you.
#charityshop #themall #maidstone #kent #heartofkenthospice
#charityshop #themall #maidstone #kent #heartofkenthospice