Donations at the double for hospice

Donations to Treetops Hospice will be doubled this month thanks to anonymous donor.

Throughout March, the donor is matching the value of donations to the end-of-life charity up to the value of £10,000.

Last year, Treetops nurses provided over 22,000 hours of nursing care for patients at the very end of life, in their own homes with their loved ones around them.

Katy English, who is a Treetops nurse, said: “We’re there to ensure someone’s last few days are as pain-free and dignified as possible.

“We also provide emotional support for families and loved ones. It can be scary caring for someone at home. We offer a listening ear,  answer questions, listen to their concerns and reassure them.

“Caring for someone 24 hours a day and through the night is incredibly challenging, both physically and emotionally.

“Knowing that a dedicated and compassionate Treetops nurse will look after your loved one while you get a rest, makes a huge difference.

“It costs £5.3 million every year to run the hospice. We have to raise 80% of this through donations from our fantastic supporters.

“We really hope people will dig deep, donate, and know they’re making double the difference this month.”

To donate to Treetops, visit http://www.treetops.org.uk/donate.