24/08/26 PRESS RELEASE FROM CAMPDEN HOME NURSING for immediate release
Campden Home Nursing, is delighted to announce the appointment of Melissa Grossman as its new Patron.
The actress and screenwriter, also known professionally as Melissa Knatchbull, Melissa brings personal commitment to hospice at home care and a strong record of community engagement. Her appointment marks an important moment for the charity as it has celebrated 35 years of its nurses providing end of life care, free of charge, in the comfort of people’s own homes.
Melissa is known for her roles in Four Weddings and a Funeral, and Mission: Impossible. She has more recently appeared in the television drama, Industry. Later this year she will feature in the forthcoming BBC seventh series of Strike. Alongside her acting career, she wrote the award-winning short film Lady M and previously served as Social and Contributing Editor of Harper’s Bazaar. She co-founded the Cornbury Park Shakespeare Festival and has been an active fundraiser for the NSPCC.
Melissa grew up in Shipston on Stour and moved to Chipping Campden in 2020 with her husband, the broadcaster and entrepreneur Sir Loyd Grossman.
Speaking about her new role, Melissa said:
“I am honoured to become Patron of Campden Home Nursing. I was inspired by the remarkable vision of the founder, Jecca Brook, to give free end of life home care to everyone in her area. She founded the charity through sheer determination and thirty five years later it continues to provide that vital service.
“With public healthcare resources increasingly stretched, hospice at home support is more important than ever. I witnessed this personally when my own mother was cared for at home. My brother and I were exhausted while trying to manage countless practical tasks. Having a nurse from Shipston Home Nursing take over during the night made an enormous difference. I will never forget the relief of knowing our mum was in safe hands.
“For my mother, there was no rush, no noise, no drama. She was able to leave in her own time, surrounded by family, in familiar surroundings. It felt natural and dignified. I am committed to helping ensure more families have that choice.”
Melissa sees her role as raising both awareness and vital funds.
“Charity, Campden Home Nursing provides extraordinary care. Many people do not fully understand its work or appreciate the significant area it supports. I hope to act as a link between the charity and the wider community. Everyone can play a part. Whether it is hosting a coffee morning, joining a sponsored event or supporting one of our initiatives, together we can help safeguard the legacy of Jecca Brook.”
Steven Marshall, CEO of Campden Home Nursing, said:
“We are thrilled to welcome Melissa as our Patron. She brings warmth, empathy and real understanding of what Hospice at Home care means to families. At a time when demand is growing and funding remains challenging, her support will help us reach more people and strengthen our long-term sustainability. We are immensely grateful.”
Founded in 1990 by nurse Jecca Brook, Campden Home Nursing is a local independent charity providing specialist end of life care by nurses for patients who wish to remain at home. Their area includes North Gloucestershire and parts of Worcestershire. In addition to giving hospice at home care free of charge, the charity offers bereavement counselling, therapeutic play for children, and wellbeing support to the bereaved and those in need. It is funded through individual donations, income from their charity shop in Chipping Campden and community fundraising.
As Patron, Melissa will attend key events, support fundraising initiatives and advocate for the importance of compassionate end of life care at home across the region. Melissa attended their next recent fundraiser – an exclusive tour of the private garden of Overbury Court, near Bredon, by the head gardener on August 20th.
Image of Melissa Grossman attending the Overbury Court garden tour which she supported.
