Virtual quizzes, birthday celebrations and walking challenges - with many hospice events being cancelled or postponed and charity shops closed, Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw faced a huge challenge with fundraising. However, throughout lockdown local people challenged themselves in lots of new and exciting ways to raise vital income for the hospice.
This September, Kate Dickinson was set to join thousands of runners and fundraisers taking part in the 40th anniversary of the Great North Run. The cancellation of this year’s event has not stopped Kate and her family from fundraising in memory of her step-mum, Sue, who was cared for at Eden Valley Hospice.
As key workers, both our clinical and support staff teams are still here for our community. The hospice is still doing all it can during these times to continue to provide care to those in need, whilst following strict guidelines.
In recent weeks, a local man has been travelling across north, west and east Cumbria delivering collections boxes to help raise vital income to safeguard a local hospice.
A popular Penrith charity shop has welcomed back its first customers as it helps to raise vital income for the care, support and compassion provided at Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw, Cumbria’s Children’s Hospice.
Over recent weeks and months, the kindness, generosity and support from the local community has been truly overwhelming. From donating treats for our staff to taking part in a fundraising challenge, there are far too many people to list in the newsletter.
Every child, young adult and family at Jigsaw is unique. Every day the staff at Jigsaw help to create cherished memories for all our families. From capturing a precious smile in a photograph to helping the children and young adults with creative projects, Jigsaw is a place of fun, laughter and special memories.
When people find out they are coming to Eden Valley Hospice they often feel nervous, apprehensive and uncertain about what will happen when they arrive. Finding out that you are going to a hospice during a global pandemic can be a daunting prospect for anybody and any family.
A local man is calling on the local community to safeguard the future of a Carlisle based hospice as the coronavirus situation continues to impact their fundraising efforts.
A hospice fundraiser braved stormy weather and the challenges of lockdown to complete a 1,000 mile fundraising walk to help the care, support and activities provided at Eden Valley Hospice.
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