St Cuthbert's Hospice’s Post

🎅 Who wants to raise money for charity, manage their weight over Christmas, and possibly win some FREE gifts!? 🎁 So, I’ve had an idea for helping people manage their weight and health over Christmas—with something as simple as a walking challenge—yes, walking! I then had an idea to hopefully make Children's Hospice Southwest some money from it! 🌟 The challenge is against yourself, or against others if you wish. And all it involves is taking as many steps as you can from December 1st to December 24th! Getting more active around Christmas will benefit your mental and physical health, along with weight management—don't underestimate how many calories you burn from walking! And you'll get a head start on your January "new year, new me" goals (if you have one). Having to record your daily steps validates your challenge and makes you accountable daily—accountability is a powerful tool! The challenge will run through my coaching app, so you can easily record your steps as you go about your day. Using our app’s software, your steps will then be tallied on two leaderboards. One leaderboard measures your progress against yourself, while the other measures your steps against others (as explained above, this leaderboard is optional). The entry fee for this challenge is only £5 each, and all proceeds will go to Children's Hospice Southwest. Imagine if we could get 200 people to enter and raise £1,000 for the hospice this Christmas. This is so achievable if we get friends, family, work colleagues, children, etc., to join the challenge. If you join the group challenge and come out on top of the leaderboard for December steps, you'll receive a 3-month online lifestyle transformation program from thehealthyparentclub.com. There will also be other prizes for 2nd and 3rd place! What's not to love? It only costs £5 to enter. All proceeds go to the Children’s Hospice Southwest. You'll improve your physical health. You'll skyrocket your mental health. You'll help offset all those pre-Christmas calories. You might even drop a dress size or fit into that old favourite shirt of yours for the Christmas work party. Comment below or message me if you're interested and I'll get it all set up for December 1st! Martyn https://www.chsw.org.uk/ Henrietta Olsson Daniela Hopkins P.S. I would really appreciate it if you could share, like, or comment on this post to spread its reach and work with the algorithm! 🙏💪

To help little Myles from Hope House and the 300,000 people who need to access the UK hospices, we must act together. As a supporter of several hospices, it is heart-breaking to see many who have invested time and fundraising to keep hospices open struggle to cover the basic operating costs. Some have tirelessly fundraised to build precious rooms left empty because they cannot fund them due to cost constraints, placing added burden on donations. It is shocking, despite the reality that a well-funded hospice sector would ease the pressure on NHS and social care, hospices only receive between 20-33% of state funding. The hospice sector already faces a £70 million black hole and so as there are hundreds of millions in annual FCA fines which go into the government pot and generally as a result of an injustice to the UK people who may benefit from the services offered by hospices, there is no better way to complete the circle by allocating these funds to the UK hospice sector. https://lnkd.in/dAesNS67

Christmas can be a difficult time for many of our residents, as it often brings additional financial and emotional stress. The pressure of covering extra costs, looking after themselves, or making the holiday special for their family—especially if they have any children—can feel overwhelming. Some may even find this season to be a triggering time due to past experiences or isolation. With this in mind, we are committed to making this holiday season a joyful and supportive time for all our current residents and outreach clients in the community through our Christmas Appeal. Donations will be used to cover various holiday needs, including: ● Christmas Gifts: Providing personalised presents for residents and their children/grandchildren to make them feel valued and remembered during this special time. ● Kai: Offering a festive meal to bring everyone together, alleviating the pressure of preparing a holiday feast. ● Wellness and Self-Care Packages: Many of our residents prioritise their families and often neglect their own well-being. Self-care packages, including items like hygiene products and self care tools, could encourage them to take care of themselves during this busy time. ● Social and Recreational Activities: Organising outings or inhouse events that fosters whanaungatanga, reduces isolation, and offers a chance to create joyful memories during what can otherwise be a difficult period. The contributions will help us create a holiday season that not only brings smiles but also provides much-needed relief and support to our residents who need it most. You can donate through our website wwh.org.nz/support-us Or directly to our account: Wellington Women’s House 03-0578-0919195-001 Please make your donation with the reference ‘Xmas Appeal’ Use your last name as the code to appear on our bank statement, then email your details to us at [email protected] and we can send you a receipt. It would be amazing if you could send your support by Thursday the 9th of December to give us time to get these generous donations where they need to be before the holidays.

I often tell people this - usually after they have expressed surprise that hospices like the ones where I worked have professional fundraising departments at all - and it is always met with shock. It makes services precarious for hospices in large cities but many of these do at least have reasonably affluent and connected communities. For hospices serving communities that are already struggling to support any number of other needs with very little, what does it mean for that 70% of funding? The bottom line is that centralised funding is vital to support parity of services across the UK - not only in end of life care but in any number of services needed to make our systems function. If 70% of what is available to you is linked to the affluence of your community, how can we claim we have public access?

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Tonight, MPs in the House of Commons will debate hospice funding. Led by Hospice UK, they are calling on the government to fund hospices across the UK more fairly.   It costs more than £124,000 each week to provide personalised and specialist care for those supported by Havens Hospices. Thanks to donations from individuals and businesses in the local community, the care is absolutely free of charge. Steve Smith, CEO of Havens Hospices, says, "There is a growing demand for our hospice care, and our food and staffing bills are increasing, but there are signs that fundraising income is declining – both the number of people who can afford to donate to our charity and the amount they're able to give. "That means that over the coming 12 months, we are planning a 'deficit' budget. The money we have in reserves will cover the gap. Almost all hospices across the UK will be doing the same. "Havens Hospices receives statutory funding, which equates to around 20% of our total income. But as we're committed to paying our Care Teams a fair wage in line with their NHS colleagues, this statutory contribution isn't enough to keep pace with yearly NHS pay rises. "We're not yet at the stage where our care services are at risk, but we do have to ensure that our income is best spent on supporting those patients and families who need us. A sustainable model for funding quality hospice care will mean that we can support more local families who deserve the best possible care throughout their whole life's journey." To support Havens Hospices, visit https://lnkd.in/dfNbKAn or call 01702 220350

🎄 Day 6: Christmas Donation Advent Calendar 🎁 On Day 6 of our Christmas Donation Advent Calendar, we are honoured to support the Pilgrims Hospice Society, an organization dedicated to providing compassionate care and support for individuals facing end-of-life challenges. 🌟 Pilgrims Hospice Society offers specialized care, focusing not only on medical needs but also on the emotional, social, and spiritual well-being of patients and their families. Through their hospice care services, they provide comfort and dignity during some of life's most difficult moments. 💫 Why Pilgrims Hospice Matters: Compassionate End-of-Life Care: Pilgrims Hospice offers a supportive environment for individuals at the end of their life, ensuring they experience comfort, dignity, and peace. Support for Families: In addition to patient care, they provide emotional and spiritual support to families and loved ones, helping them navigate grief and loss. Community-Oriented: Through volunteer programs, fundraising events, and community partnerships, Pilgrims Hospice is committed to offering a holistic approach to end-of-life care, rooted in compassion and respect. 🎁 A Gift of Giving: Today, we are donating $200 to the Pilgrims Hospice Society to support their mission of providing quality hospice care and compassionate support to individuals and families facing life-limiting illnesses. 💬 How You Can Make an Impact: Stay informed about their services and how you can help: 📸 Instagram: https://lnkd.in/gsVY_grX 👍 Facebook: https://lnkd.in/g79YyrUn Donate or Volunteer: Your support, whether through donations or volunteering, helps Pilgrims Hospice continue to provide essential care. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gUtDWjhT Spread the Word: Share their mission and encourage others to contribute to this invaluable cause. Together, we can ensure that individuals and their families receive the care and compassion they deserve during life’s most difficult times. Tomorrow, we’ll open another door and continue spreading kindness this holiday season. Let’s make a difference together, one day at a time! 🌟 #KnightDonationCalendar #Day6 #PilgrimsHospice #EndOfLifeCare #CompassionateCare #SeasonOfGiving #MakeADifference

So important this national discussion continues

🎅 Who wants to raise money for charity, manage their weight over Christmas, and possibly win some FREE gifts!? 🎁 So, I’ve had an idea for helping people manage their weight and health over Christmas—with something as simple as a walking challenge—yes, walking! I then had an idea to hopefully make Children's Hospice Southwest some money from it! 🌟 The challenge is against yourself, or against others if you wish. And all it involves is taking as many steps as you can from December 1st to December 24th! Getting more active around Christmas will benefit your mental and physical health, along with weight management—don't underestimate how many calories you burn from walking! And you'll get a head start on your January "new year, new me" goals (if you have one). Having to record your daily steps validates your challenge and makes you accountable daily—accountability is a powerful tool! The challenge will run through my coaching app, so you can easily record your steps as you go about your day. Using our app’s software, your steps will then be tallied on two leaderboards. One leaderboard measures your progress against yourself, while the other measures your steps against others (as explained above, this leaderboard is optional). The entry fee for this challenge is only £5 each, and all proceeds will go to Children's Hospice Southwest. Imagine if we could get 200 people to enter and raise £1,000 for the hospice this Christmas. This is so achievable if we get friends, family, work colleagues, children, etc., to join the challenge. If you join the group challenge and come out on top of the leaderboard for December steps, you'll receive a 3-month online lifestyle transformation program from thehealthyparentclub.com. There will also be other prizes for 2nd and 3rd place! What's not to love? It only costs £5 to enter. All proceeds go to the Children’s Hospice Southwest. You'll improve your physical health. You'll skyrocket your mental health. You'll help offset all those pre-Christmas calories. You might even drop a dress size or fit into that old favourite shirt of yours for the Christmas work party. Comment below or message me if you're interested and I'll get it all set up for December 1st! Martyn Henrietta Olsson Daniela Hopkins

This Christmas, let’s make a difference together. As we celebrate the season of joy, it’s important to remember those who are less fortunate. Africa Shades of Light Ministries (ASOL) is running a Christmas Meal Drive to ensure that families and individuals in underserved communities don’t go hungry this season. Our goal is simple: To provide food, hope, and love to those in need. A single meal can brighten someone’s day and remind them that they are seen, valued, and cared for. How you can help: 1. Donate – Every contribution goes directly towards feeding families this Christmas. 2. Spread the word – Share this message and encourage others to join in. Let’s come together to make this season a little brighter for those who need it most. Your generosity, big or small, can help put a smile on someone’s face. Let’s be the light this Christmas. If you’d like to give or learn more about how you can get involved, feel free to reach out to me directly. #GivingBack #ChristmasDrive #CommunityImpact #AfricaShadesOfLight #BeTheLight #SpreadHope