On Saturday 28^th January 2023, we will walk a marathon between us, participating in the London Winter Walk, raising funds for the Thames Hospice. . . . starting at the Oval Cricket Ground in London, we will take in the Thames, its historic bridges and many of the Capital's key landmarks. This will be a challenge for us!, however the personal connection we have with Thames Hospice will give us the inspiration, motivation and determination to make it to the finish line.

In the past 15 years, we have both lost one of our parents to a terminal illness. During this time, they both received the best possible end-of-life care from Thames Hospice. The difference this made, to not only our parents but to the whole family, was incredible. This would not have been possible if others had not committed themselves to raise much needed funds to support Thames Hospice, delivering a variety of services free of charge to all that need them.

In memory of our mother and father, we would like to give something back to Thames Hospice, as a way of saying ‘thank-you’ and to ensure that other families are able to get the support, care and dignity that they deserve for their loved ones, when required.

Your generous donations enable Thames Hospice to continue providing the best palliative and end-of-life care to the community. We are grateful for anything you can give, big or small, every single penny going directly to Thames Hospice. Thankyou for reading our story and thankyou for your kind donation.

Love,

Lisa & Darren Warburton

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How will your support help?

By raising funds you’ll help
provide expert care to patients and their families at life’s most difficult
time.

Thames Hospice is a charity providing expert care for people living with life limiting illnesses. Services include therapy, nursing and medical care, as well as practical and emotional support within the Hospice at Windsor and in patients’ homes. Thames Hospice is only able to be here because of the incredible support of people like you, who make our work possible. Thames Hospice rely on the community to raise funds to provide services free of charge, 365 days a year. If you would like to access toservices or wish to volunteer, please visit the website at www.thameshospice.org.uk

How will your support help?

£5 pays for a day’s freshly cooked meals made to order for a patient

£25 pays for two Health Care Assistants to help a patient bath and wash their hair; something they may not have been able to do for a long time because of their illness

£50 pays for a Nurse to run a wellbeing group to help patients to make the most of their lives whilst coping with their illness

£100 pays for a visit from our specialist Doctor, either at the Hospice or at a patient’s home, to assess and help with their pain and symptom control

£750 pays for 24-hour care for a patient on our Inpatient Unit

£4,500 pays for a specialist mattress that allows a patient to be comfortable if they are in bed all the time

£30,500 pays for a Staff Nurse for a year