St Ann’s Hospice becomes Moya Cole Hospice

Stockport-based charity, St Ann’s Hospice has officially been renamed as Moya Cole Hospice as it nears completion of its new facility in Heald Green.

The name change, first announced in July and taking effect from 1st October, honours the organisation’s inspirational founder and the work of hospice pioneers.

The timing of the change comes as the charity nears completion on a new state-of-the-art facility in Heald Green, and ahead of refurbishment of its second site in Little Hulton, which will help to reduce the costs associated with the rebranding. The name change seeks to ensure the charity remains reflective of the diverse community that it serves, and that it remains culturally relevant in our modern world. 

Chaplaincy Support Coordinator at Moya Cole Hospice, Peter O’Brien commented: 

“We may have changed our name to Moya Cole Hospice but with our modern new building, we aim to continue to provide what historically we have done since we first opened, that is first-class holistic care and compassion, in a health-care setting where we support the whole person as they attempt to come to terms with a life-limiting and life-threatening illness.  

“Our state-of-the-art hospice will be a safe environment where we’ll take into our protection a person’s physical, emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing.”

Chief Executive of Moya Cole Hospice, Rachel McMillan added: 

“Our name is changing, but I want to reassure you that our commitment to providing outstanding care remains the same. The way we are governed and managed is not changing and our incredible staff will continue their dedicated and compassionate work.  

“Our founder Dr Moya Cole was a trailblazing woman who knew how important hospice care was, and still is, for the community. We move to this next chapter of our history with her legacy and dedication to excellent end-of-life care in our hearts and minds.”