"The care is outstanding, the staff are wonderful. Nothing is a bother. I count myself blessed to be able to end my days in such a wonderful place."
Treasuring lives through the provision of personalised high quality care.
Helping you to make the most out of life.
Your Stories
"I cannot imagine a more caring & positive day - Lovely atmosphere, full of surprises!"
"Our family can never thank Willow Burn and the team enough for the amazing care and compassion our Mam received. We all take comfort in knowing Mam could not of been in a better place to spend her last days. For that we will be eternally grateful."
MCcrory Family
“How do I thank you all? Where do I begin? The care, love and support you showed my beautiful sister and also to our whole family was incredible. You are a superb team and you should be very proud of every shift you work. There aren’t enough words or big enough words to continue...so in the words of my sister...if the only prayer you say in your entire life is ‘thank you’ that’ll be enough. Much love to you all ”
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Supporting You
How we can help you
At Willow Burn, we are proud to serve the people of Derwentside through our range of holistic services; in-patient care, day services, and family support and bereavement counselling services. Our aim is to control symptoms, provide care comfort and compassion at the end of life, and to embrace and support our patients, and their families and friends, to make the most out of their life.
Get Involved
How you can help us
There are so many ways you can support Willow Burn and the people of Derwentside.
The only limit is your imagination.
Do you want to host your own event? Do you own a business and could you donate your employees' time or some of your services? Would you like to become a regular giver as a Friend of Willow Burn? Are you a keen gardener who could donate plants to our garden gift shop? Could you volunteer in our shops, café or gardens?
These are just a few ideas but we know you will have more of you own. At Willow Burn, anything is possible, and everything is appreciated.
News & Events
The Latest from Willow Burn Hospice
Pedalling for a Purpose: Professor Andrew Livingstone Rides for Willow Burn Hospice
Professor Andrew Livingstone got back in the saddle on 12 July to take part in the Sunderland Big Bike Ride, raising funds for Willow Burn Hospice in Lanchester.
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North Durham Safety Ltd Celebrate 10 Years of Success by Giving Back to Willow Burn Hospice
To mark ten years in business, North Durham Safety Ltd has chosen to give back to Willow Burn Hospice by helping to fund much-needed equipment. Having supported the hospice through fundraising initiatives such as Pedal for Pounds over the years, the company felt it was the perfect opportunity to share some of the success achieved over the last decade with an organisation that means so much to the family.
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Gift of a Day in memory of Joan Johnson
On Tuesday 14 July the costs to fund one full day of care in the Sir Tom Cowie Day Care Centre have been kindly donated in loving memory of Joan Johnson.
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