Update; George Henderson Lodge, Gainsborough

24th July 2024

St Barnabas Hospice has decided to permanently close the George Henderson Lodge in Gainsborough, which has been unused since 2019.

This decision comes after five years of successfully providing care to the Gainsborough area without the facility. Reopening the lodge would require over £200,000 in refurbishments and £60,000 annually for staffing and operating costs.

The funds from the sale of the property, which was part funded by George Henderson will support the current clinical care in the area.

The hospice’s executive team shared this news with local councillors, residents, volunteers, and supporters on Tuesday, 23rd July at Morton Village Hall.

Chris Wheway, CEO, expressed:

“We recognise that the decision to close the George Henderson Lodge may be disappointing for many. However, given the current financial challenges, this move is essential for ensuring that the Hospice can continue its mission of providing exceptional care to the community.

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly altered how we deliver care at the Hospice. Over the past few years, we have shifted to a model where we provide even more at home care, allowing us to visit and support hundreds of patients each year in the comfort of their own homes. This approach has proven to be effective and aligns with our commitment to patient-centred care.

The Gainsborough area remains as important for St Barnabas as it did. We are dedicated to maintaining our presence and impact in the community and are actively looking for the right retail unit in the area to further support our services.

I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported the George Henderson Lodge in Gainsborough over the years. Your contributions have been invaluable, and we appreciate the community’s engagement and feedback during the meeting last night. Thank you.”

For information about our Hospice care, well-being support and self-referrals call our Palliative Care Co-Ordination Centre

0300 020 0694

enquiries@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

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