Antoinette Coakley married her husband Damien at Our Lady’s Hospice & Care Services Wicklow during a small ceremony held there last year, marking a first for the facility.
Wicklow Hospice Wedding Highlights Compassionate Palliative Care
Damien Coakley was diagnosed with cancer in 2021 and underwent treatments including radium and chemotherapy. By February of last year, after infection worsened his condition, the couple checked into Our Lady’s Hospice in Wicklow, part of Together for Hospice.
Family History and Connection to Wicklow Hospice
Back in 2009, Antoinette Carney and Damien Coakley crossed paths for the first time when he entered the Tesco branch where she and a few of his pals were employed. Their relationship featured frequent joking, leading to a first date in Bray on the same as the Wimbledon final. They raised a daughter, Mia, alongside Damien’s daughter Leah from a previous relationship. Antoinette Coakley stated that the hospice allowed the family to maintain their usual dynamic of humor and closeness, noting that her husband “got to go the way he wanted to go” rather than facing extra strain at home.
Upcoming National Fundraiser for Hospice Care
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can weddings take place in Irish hospices?
An intimate wedding was held at Our Lady’s Hospice & Care Services Wicklow, which was the first time such a ceremony was held at the centre. -
What support do Irish hospices provide to families?
At Our Lady’s Hospice in Wicklow, support included the assistance of a social worker to arrange a wedding, and care that made the family feel “at home.” -
How can the public support Irish hospice care?
The public can support services through national fundraisers such as “Ireland’s Biggest Coffee Morning for Hospice” by hosting local events, attending gatherings, or donating directly online and via dedicated phone lines.
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