Hospice Services
Free day hospice on Tue–Thu, 10am–3pm, plus nursing, therapies, and support tailored to you.
Find Out MoreSupporting You Through Every Step of Your Journey
We provide free of charge palliative care and support for families across Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire & Lincolnshire.
Care and Comfort Where You Need It Most
From specialist nursing to emotional support, we provide free, compassionate care for individuals and families within our local community.
Carer & Patient Wellbeing
Relaxed Monday mornings for patients and carers together — activities, nursing advice, and lunch.
Find Out MoreDementia Home-Sitting
Friendly home visits from trained volunteers so unpaid carers can take a proper break.
Find Out MoreCounselling & Support
Confidential listening and counselling for patients, families, and carers at every stage.
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SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY
Our Local Charity Shops
Every purchase from our charity shops and online stores support the work of our hospice in Stathern.
Help us Keep Our Doors Open
It costs over £705,000 each year to provide our specialist care free of charge to local families. We rely on the kindness of our local community to ensure no family faces life-limiting conditions alone.
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Make a Donation
Whether it is a one-off gift or a monthly contribution, your support directly funds our nursing care and family support.
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Volunteer
Join the Dove family! We are always looking for friendly faces to help support our work.
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Fundraise For Us
From coffee mornings to marathons, turn your passion into support for local families.
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Leave a Legacy
A gift in your Will is a wonderful way to ensure that future generations receive the care they deserve.
Find Out MoreFeatured news & events
Latest updates, stories, and upcoming events from Dove Cottage.
Events
Join Team Dove at Tough Mudder 2026
Charity places for Tough Mudder at Belvoir Castle—4 & 5 July 2026—for just £30. Raise £250 for our 30th anniversary and join Team Dove in the mud.
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Stories
Celebrating Sally: Over 20 years of compassionate care at Dove Cottage
After more than 20 years of dedicated service, Nurse Sally retired from Dove Cottage Day Hospice at the end of March 2026.
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Events
Blue Moon Ball
You're invited to join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate 30 remarkable years of palliative care, compassion and community.
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