Provides a service which is part funded by the NHS, offering 25 inpatient beds and 8 short term respite beds and day care.  Care is provided for cancer patients and for some patients with other terminal conditions, including AIDS and Motor Neurone Disease.  The hospice also provides a Community Hospice at Home Service (see separate entry), Relative Support Scheme, and Macmillan Support Team (see separate entry).  The hospice uses the services of volunteers.   There are day units at Beighton Day Hospice (see separate entry) and Wheata Place.  St Lukes make no charge for its service.  Events include Summer Fair, Autumn Fair, Annual Ball and Festival of Light.