Suzanne Ashwood
Suzanne's London Marathon 2013 Page
Fundraising for Hospice UK
Story
So, I have decided to drag myself round for 26.2 miles in the name of charity.....the Charity I have chosen is 'Help the Hospices', which donate money and resources to individual Hospices throughout the UK.
Please note; I have to raise £2000 minimum by April 2013 for my charity place so pleeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaase dig as deep as you can.
A hospice is not just a building, it is a way of caring for people. Hospice care aims to improve the lives of people who have a life-limiting or terminal illness, helping them to live well before they die.
Hospice care not only takes care of people's physical needs, but looks after their emotional, spiritual and social needs as well. It also supports carers, family members and close friends, both during a person's illness and during bereavement.
Hospice care providers offer a range of services, which may include:
- pain and symptom control
- psychological and social support
- palliative rehabilitation - helping patients stay independent
- complementary therapies, such as massage and aromatherapy
- spiritual care
- practical and financial advice
- support in bereavement
Hospice or palliative care is free for patients and their carers, family members and friends, but this is dependant on continuing donations and funding.
Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving – they’ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.