Palliative Care in West Wales
Skanda Vale Hospice helps people find strength, dignity and peace of mind during some of life’s greatest challenges.
Who we are
We offer highly individualised care & support to families affected by life-limiting illnesses, completely free of charge.
Rooted in a tradition of holistic care, we take the time to understand what matters most to our patients, providing compassionate hospice care, and then work together to support them, their families and friends.
I remember the first time I came here – it was just like stepping into a bubble of love. There was so much calm and care and you didn’t need to worry about anything at all. It was the nicest place I’d ever been… it still is.
Barbara Bennett, Patient
volunteering with us
share your skills & time…
If you want to give something back or spend time working with great people, there are opportunities to donate your time and skills in every area of hospice care. Whether you have experience in nursing, cooking, leadership, pallliative care or other supportive services, there’s a role for you here.
Why Volunteer?
purpose
The chance to help others through challenging times.
fulfillment
Gain deeper insight and appreciation for what truly matters.
Community
Connect with compassionate, like-minded people.
Latest news
Skanda Vale Hospice – HIW Inspection Report 2026
Healthcare Inspectorate Wales found “kind, dignified and person-centred care” at Skanda Vale Hospice. Here’s the report, and why it matters now.
Volunteering as a retired nurse: Three routes into a Welsh Hospice
Three retired nurses. Three different routes into volunteering at a hospice in West Wales. One thing in common: they still get to do the bit they always loved.
The Hospice Funding Crisis: What a Volunteer-Led Model Makes Possible
Learn how a volunteer-led model has enabled Skanda Vale Hospice to expand during a funding crisis.
5 Skills You’ll Gain From Volunteering at a Charity Shop (And Why They’re Useful Beyond the Shop)
From picking out treasures to patience and warmth, you’ll gain these 5 skills from volunteering in a charity shop.
coffee mornings
last Thursday of every month, from 10.30-12.30
Good coffee, proper cake, gentle company. Our monthly coffee mornings are exactly what they sound like — a chance to sit down, have a chat, and let the morning take care of itself.
Whether you’re curious about what we do, thinking about volunteering, or just want to come along, you’re welcome. No agenda, no awkward requirements. Just turn up — everything’s free, and there’s always far too much cake.
Download our event flyer to print or share with friends.
