HOSPICE care in the county has received a cash boost alongside dementia and disability specialists.

The Midcounties Co-operative has pledged to help fund four Oxfordshire charities as part of a newly-announced partnership lasting all year.

Palliative care experts Sobell House Hospice in Headington and Katharine House Hospice in Banbury will be among the charities to benefit from the company’s fundraising and voluntary work.

Stuart Newman, leadership team ambassador at The Midcounties Co-operative in the county, said: “Our four new charity partners give crucial support to people in need across Oxfordshire and improve the quality of their lives.

“As a co-operative, we are committed to supporting local good causes. We are extremely proud to announce the charities as our partners for this year.”

The Wantage October Club has also been named as a charity partner, in support of its day centre care services for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Funding will help the club introduce activities such as bingo and infoor bowls.

Bicester-based Oxfordshire Youth Art Partnership is also set to benefit from the partnership, allowing it to continue supporting deprived children through creative art projects. Cash raised by the co-op will help to sustain its cafe.