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22 Jun 2026 Patient and Family Stories

Katie’s story: Finding comfort, support and love at The Kirkwood

When Katie Dilnot's mum was diagnosed with Stage 4 gastric cancer in February 2023, her family began a journey filled with uncertainty, heartbreak and difficult…

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22 Jun 2026 Community

How The Kirkwood Helped Elaine and Her Family When They Needed It Most

When Lianne Spear's mum, Elaine, was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2015 at the age of 58, the family knew they were facing an uncertain future. Given an initial…

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18 Jun 2026 Patient and Family Stories

Chloe’s Story: “I Will Always Hold a Place for The Kirkwood in My Heart”

When a loved one is diagnosed with a life limiting illness, families are often faced with an overwhelming mix of emotions, uncertainty and heartbreak. During these…

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11 Jun 2026 Community

Emma Takes on the Great Wall of China in Honour of Her Grandad

For Emma Morris from Huddersfield, taking part in The Kirkwood's Great Wall of China Trek is an opportunity to give back to a charity that means so much to her…

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10 Jun 2026 Business Buddies

Simpson Wood’s Support for The Kirkwood Inspired by Personal Experience and Shared Community Values

For Huddersfield-based accountancy firm Simpson Wood, supporting The Kirkwood is about far more than fundraising. As a proud member of The Kirkwood Business Movement…

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