The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity
Also known as: Friends of Michael Sobell House, League of Friends of Michael Sobell House, Fomsh, Michael Sobell House
The FoMSH supports Michael Sobell House the hospice and centre for palliative care at Mount Vernon Hospital. The unit embraces a philosophy that is compatible with hospice care and is supported by a multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, chaplains, social workers, counsellors, physiotherapists, occupational and complementary therapists, housekeepers and administration staff.
Activities & Mission
The FoMSH supports Michael Sobell House the hospice and centre for palliative care at Mount Vernon Hospital. The unit embraces a philosophy that is compatible with hospice care and is supported by a multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, chaplains, social workers, counsellors, physiotherapists, occupational and complementary therapists, housekeepers and administration staff.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 27% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1286). How is this calculated?
Higher than 17% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,202,475 | £1,260,148 | £903,249 | £440,717 | £0 | 0 / 200 |
| 2024 | £1,318,624 | £1,610,409 | £1,074,015 | £495,100 | £0 | 13 / 150 |
| 2023 | £1,015,539 | £1,703,863 | £1,145,959 | £773,385 | £762,977 | 13 / 117 |
| 2022 | £1,155,861 | £1,778,503 | £1,243,737 | £1,482,230 | £1,468,454 | 13 / 100 |
| 2021 | £1,919,590 | £1,180,878 | £758,517 | £2,067,018 | £2,051,819 | 11 / 150 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity
What does The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity do?
The FoMSH supports Michael Sobell House the hospice and centre for palliative care at Mount Vernon Hospital. The unit embraces a philosophy that is compatible with hospice care and is supported by a multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, chaplains, social workers, counsellors, physiotherapists, occupational and complementary therapists, housekeepers and administration staff.
How much income did The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity report in 2025?
The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity reported total income of £1.20m and reported expenditure of £1.26m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity?
The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity has a program ratio of 75.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 27% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1286 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity registered as a charity?
The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 March 2000 as charity number 1079638. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity?
The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael Breen. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity operate?
The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity operates across 8 areas, including Bedford, Buckinghamshire, Central Bedfordshire and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The Michael Sobell Hospice Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1079638.
Details
Mount Vernon Hospital
Rickmansworth Road
NORTHWOOD
HA6 2RN
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Friends of Michael Sobell House
- League of Friends of Michael Sobell House
- Fomsh
- Michael Sobell House
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated