Representatives from Hospice at Home West Cumbria attended a carers reception at Windsor Castle, hosted by the King and Queen.
The reception celebrated the contribution of carers and organisations across the UK which provide vital support people in their time of greatest need.
King Charles III is patron of Hospice at Home West Cumbria and has long been a supporter of hospice and palliative care services.
The invitation was in recognition of the dedication and impact of the charity’s clinical teams, staff and volunteers.
Lorraine Dixon, director of clinical services, attended the event.
She said: “It was an incredible honour to attend and to represent our dedicated nursing teams, support staff and volunteers.
“Every day, our colleagues provide compassionate care to patients and families facing the most difficult of times.
“To see that work recognised at a national level by His Majesty, our patron, was both humbling and uplifting.
“It truly shines a light on the importance of hospice care delivered at home.”
Mark Sarrington, community champion volunteer, Lindsay Hipkin, healthcare assistant, Joanna South, volunteer also attended.
They met King Charles and Queen Camilla and connected with fellow carers and healthcare professionals from across the country, sharing experiences and celebrating the vital role that community-based care plays in supporting the NHS and local communities.
Hospice at Home West Cumbria provides palliative and end of life care to people across the area, enabling patients to remain in the comfort of their own homes, surrounded by loved ones.
The charity relies on the generosity of the local community to continue delivering its essential services for free.
