South Tipperary Hospice has been caring for patients and families across South Tipperary and West Waterford since 1990. Our dedicated team of staff and volunteers provides free, compassionate support to those facing life-limiting illness and bereavement.
Friday, April 6th, 1990 marked the official launch of the South Tipperary Hospice Movement. In her address on the occasion, the chairperson, Dr Marie Ryan-Carew described the launch as,
"a very special occasion for South Tipperary. It marks the beginning of a movement which has proven successful in other areas in Ireland and abroad and has enriched the lives of givers and receivers — a movement which brings peace, serenity and dignity at a very sensitive time in people's lives."
The nature of the work has changed over the years. Numbers built up rapidly as the service became appreciated and valued. Initially only patients with cancer and motor neurone disease were seen, but we have since expanded to include all who require specialised care.
We are looking forward to our partnership with the HSE, which will result in enhanced palliative care services for the people of South Tipperary and West Waterford. From the patient and family perspective, there will be no changes to services offered — only enhancements.
All services are offered free of charge and confidentiality is ensured.
South Tipperary Hospice provides practical support for people and their families dealing with life-limiting health conditions, delivered in a caring, dignified, and compassionate manner.
South Tipperary Hospice could not exist without the fantastic efforts of our fundraisers and the generous donations of the people of South Tipperary and West Waterford.
Fundraising events range from pub quizzes and concerts to mini-marathons, tractor runs, and much more. We are deeply grateful for every contribution.
South Tipperary Hospice is committed to the highest standards of financial governance.
Donors have the right to be assured that their gifts will be used for the purposes for which they were given.
We accurately describe our activities and needs, and all donations received are used solely to further our mission.
All persons fundraising directly for South Tipperary Hospice carry photo identification and a Garda permit where required.
South Tipperary Hospice adheres to the Statement of Guiding Principles for Fundraising in all fundraising activity.
Company Registration No. 161648 - Charity No. CHY9856