HEARTBEAT SPRING 2023
Welcome to Mike - our new Chief Executive We’re delighted to warmly welcome Mike Wilkerson as our new Chief Executive, following the retirement of his predecessor June Patel.
have moved to Worcester and he is looking forward to leading the hospice team of 240 staff and 658 active volunteers from the hospice in Wildwood Drive, Worcester. Mike said: “It’s a pleasure and a privilege to join the team. St Richard’s is a fantastic, modern hospice in a beautiful environment and I’m looking forward to being part of the team that delivers excellent care and support to our patients and families. “We are privileged to hear from many patients, families and health professionals the huge difference that our care makes at such a difficult time. In the future we will continue to build on the best services we offer whether that is in the hospice, in people’s own homes or in the community.
Mike joins St Richard’s from Saint Catherine’s Hospice in North Yorkshire where he has been Chief Executive for the last eight years. He has extensive experience of working in palliative and end of life care, with previous roles at Rotherham Hospice and St Wilfrid’s Hospice in West Sussex. Mike and his wife, Alison,
"After just a couple of months in post, I can see the fantastic support from the people of Worcestershire whose generosity makes all this possible. It’s heartwarming to see how much St Richard’s is valued and respected in the community.” Chair of St Richard’s Governors, Jenny Cowpe, said: “We are
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delighted that Mike has taken up his post as our new Chief Executive, leading our dedicated and highly-respected team. "His experience will help shape continuous improvements in the quality of care that the hospice provides for more than 3,100 patients, loved ones and bereaved people each year in our community."
How to access our care Patients who would like support from St Richard’s can be referred by the GP, consultant at the hospital, district nurse or other healthcare professional. Our Gateway referral team is also available should a patient, or person close to them, wish to talk the them directly for information or advice. No charge is made to patients and their families for any of our services. This is made possible due to the generosity of our donors, volunteers, supporters and local community. If you would like more information about referrals, please contact the Gateway Team on 01905 763963.