We’re here through life’s most difficult journey
Weldmar Hospicecare is a Dorset charity providing specialist end of life care for adults with a life limiting illness, and support for their loved ones.
Our compassionate approach supports patients and their families both at home and in our hospice. We have a dedicated team of nurses, doctors, therapists, and counsellors. Our aim is to ensure all adults needing end of life care in Dorset have access to excellent services, delivered when they are needed, meeting individual needs of patients and their loved ones.
All of our care is provided free, but we need to raise more than £27,000 every day with the support of the local community, in order to continue our services.
Find out how to support us here
Take on a challenge for Weldmar in 2026
If it’s your New Year’s Resolution to do something adventurous or have a new experience, why not sign up for one of our challenges? From running and walking locally or overseas, to skydiving and wingwalking, we’ve got you covered!
Weymouth Half Marathon
Taking place this March, we'll refund your registration fee if you reach a fundraising target of just £250!
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Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge
Choose a distance that suits you, from 10km to 100km, for this amazing fundraising adventure in May!
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Camino de Santiago: Our 2026 Overseas Challenge
This October, take on the historic pilgrimage trail to raise funds for Weldmar
Find out more1,859
patients and loved ones in Dorset received our care last year
£27k
is how much we need to raise every day to provide our services
83%
of the care we provide is in the community and patients' own homes
The latest Weldmar news and stories
How your support makes a difference
Darren and Lynette tie the knot at our Inpatient Unit
We were honoured and proud to host a very special event – the wedding of Darren and Lynette at our Inpatient Unit in Dorchester.
Read Darren and Lynette's story
Weldmar "just took the fear away"
How Weldmar supported Josh, and parents Toni and Mark, at home in Sherborne.
Read Toni & Mark's Story
“It all makes so much difference”
Doug and Marion's support from Weldmar's Specialist Hospice at Home, and Complementary Therapy service
Read Doug's Story
Information about Weldmar in your local community
Our Community Outreach Coordinator, Fran, is out and about in different locations across Dorset every week. You can ask any questions about our services and what we do, and also get useful information about volunteering, fundraising, and more.
As well as events with our Community Outreach Vehicle, Fran also attends village hall talks, library events, community groups, and more.
You can also apply to have a visit from Weldmar Community Outreach at an event you are organising.
Information for Professionals
Weldmar Hospicecare is committed to ensuring that those who need excellent palliative care in Dorset have access to it, and so we have a range of education and training courses available, and useful online guides such as our Advance Care Planning Hub.
Professional Courses
Weldmar Hospicecare is committed to providing training in order to improve palliative care for all in Dorset, and run a series of educational courses.
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Advance Care Planning
Resources for Advance Care Planning: the process of person-centred discussions between an individual and their care providers about their preferences and priorities for future care.
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Making a referral
How to refer a patient to Weldmar Hospicecare, with a summary of our services.
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