INSIDE: A VERY ROYAL VISIT FROM THE PRINCE AND PRINCESS OF WALES (Page 8)
WEDDED BLISS The generous volunteers celebrating 50 years of marriage
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RIVERSIDE VIEW Beautiful new art celebrates a year in the life of the River Thames
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ICU APPEAL
Find out how your support can transform St Mary's ICU
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While we eagerly wait the arrival of spring, the staff and volunteers of our hospitals continue to work tirelessly to support patients on the back of a challenging winter period. So it was a moment of great pride to be able to recognise their efforts with a surprise visit from Their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of Wales to Charing Cross Hospital at the start of this year.
It was a fantastic opportunity not only to show The Prince and Princess the huge difference the staff of the NHS make to their patients every day, but also the difference charities like ours make. To showcase the difference we are able to make thanks to supporters like you was an incredible way to start the year and I hope you enjoy reading more about it in this issue.
Also in this issue you can read about how an Imperial Health Charity grant has enabled Hammersmith Hospital to purchase a state-of-the-art ultrasound machine (p11); how our arts engagement programme is supporting patients with sickle cell anaemia explore their condition through creativity (p12); and about two of the intrepid supporters tackling this year’s London Marathon to support our work (p13).
As ever, our the vital work we do across our hospitals is only possible thanks to the generosity of supporters like you. Our current appeal is raising money to transform staff and visitor spaces at the Intensive Care Unit at St Mary’s Hospital. If you'd like to support this work, you can read about this at the back of this magazine. Thank you.
Gail Scott-Spicer Chief Executive, Imperial Health Charity
Ninety-four artworks created by patients and staff have been installed at Northwick Park Renal Centre.
The artworks were unveiled in late November, and were showcased at a recent celebration event, marking the culmination of ‘The Renal Art Project’. This project was a collaborative initiative led by artist and art rehabilitator Emelie Salford and part-funded by Imperial Health Charity.
"It turned the Renal Unit into a warm and welcoming place. Less like a hospital and more like a social club!"
Northwick Park Patient
Over six months in 2025, Emelie facilitated creative sessions for patients and staff during dialysis sessions and breaks, to support expression, reflection, and connection.
The artworks, now on display in the unit, consist of original
paintings in the waiting room and reproduced images of artworks on boards in the unit. The walls of the unit were also painted, using colours inspired by staff team names.
The transformed waiting areas and treatment spaces aim to offer a visual distraction for staff, patients and visitors, as well as promoting a sense of community, calm, and curiosity.
One patient whose artwork has been displayed said: “It turned the once sterile, cold, unfeeling Renal Unit into a warm and welcoming place. Less like a hospital and more like a social club! Once the paintings went up and the atmosphere changed, patients were smiling and engaging in conversation with patients they never spoke to before”.
The Northwick Park Renal Centre is run by the Imperial College NHS Healthcare Trust. We’re so proud to support this project. The artworks stand as a testament to the creativity and spirit of those involved.
We unveiled our first poetry installation at St Mary’s Hospital last year, with four poems now on display in the waiting room of the chest and allergy clinic. This features works from Anne Bronte, Lemn Sissay, Clare Shaw and Imtiaz Dharker (above). Imtiaz also attended the unveiling and performed a reading of all four poems. This wonderful project was made possible thanks to collaboration between our Arts team, Poetry Pharmacy and the amazing team at the St Mary’s chest and allergy clinic. Deborah Alma, who co-founded Poetry Pharmacy, said “Poetry can offer a moment of pause and reflection, a breath of fresh air amid worry or waiting. In just a few lines, it can open a window onto beauty, memory, or hope”.
Anew Renal Holiday Fund from Imperial Health Charity will help kidney patients across Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust take a much-needed break. Eligible patients can apply for up to £1,000 in travel vouchers toward UK or overseas holidays. Applications open April–June, with priority given to dialysis patients. Patients are advised to consult their renal team before applying.
For more information please visit our website.
We spoke to Carys Davies, a critical care dietitian, about her research journey and how she’s hoping to improve nutrition for trauma patients in intensive care. Carys completed her Imperial Health Charityfunded pre-doctoral research fellowship in 2024 and is now on a secondment working as a critical care research dietitian on an NIHR-funded trial at Bart’s Health NHS Trust. She is starting her NIHR-funded doctoral fellowship in September.
What did your research look at, and what were your findings?
The trauma research team shared nutritional data with me that had been collected as part of an observational study looking at organ failure in major trauma patients across the four trauma centres in London.
We looked at the nutrition targets calculated by the dietitians, and whether delivery equalled these targets. Energy delivery was about 74% of what was prescribed, and protein was even less, at 59%.
This was mostly due to fasting and feed tolerance. All trauma patients are fed through a tube as they're sedated and on ventilators. Before procedures such as scans and surgery, their feed is turned off to reduce the
risk of aspiration. Alongside this, critically ill patients, especially those with a traumatic brain injury (TBI), often don't tolerate the amount of nutrition they get. We found that men with a TBI had a higher risk of poor nutrition delivery in comparison to everyone else in the cohort. We also found that those who started enteral nutrition (nutrition via a tube directly into the gastrointestinal tract) within 48 hours of admission were better protected against poor nutrition. The data also suggested that poor nutrition delivery may be related to more days on the ventilator and longer hospital stays.
What did you enjoy most about doing the pre-doctoral fellowship?
The feeling of learning again was amazing. When I started the fellowship, I'd been working clinically for around eight years, and I felt like I hadn’t developed a new skill in a long time. I enjoyed having flexibility in my schedule, and I could structure my work based on my productivity levels throughout the day. I also met loads of people, and the opportunities available to me grew more quickly than I could have imagined.
Wecelebrated our incredible team of volunteers at our Winter Thank You Event earlier this year.
We brought together more than 90 volunteers for an evening of food and drink, followed by the presentation of Length of Service and Make a Difference awards.
Our Chief Executive, Gail ScottSpicer, and Medical Director for Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Julian Redhead, both attended the event and said a few words to thank our volunteers for giving their time to support staff and patients at our hospitals.
Interesting in getting involved? Apply to volunteer with us at:
www.imperialcharity.org.uk/ volunteer
Do you have any words of encouragement for someone interested in doing a research fellowship?
For anyone considering the fellowship, go for it; it’s a brilliant opportunity! In clinical roles, quality improvement projects are often undertaken alongside demanding patient care. This fellowship provides the space and support to complete a project from design to dissemination. It also offers formal training in key methodologies, meaningful patient involvement, and skills such as communication and networking.
Meet Maria and Nick, the husband and wife duo making a difference to patients and staff at Hammersmith Hospital
Maria and Nick are a married couple who volunteer together in the Friends Shop at Hammersmith Hospital, and will soon be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary! Our Communications Manager, Rebecca, caught up with them to find out more.
They told us about how they met, how they ended up volunteering at Hammersmith Hospital and why more people should apply to volunteer with Imperial Health Charity.
Rebecca: Can you start by telling me your names and how long you’ve volunteered with the Trust?
Maria: Hi, my name’s Maria. I’ve volunteered for just over two years now.
Nick: My name’s Nick, and I started volunteering in November 2023. So about two years and four months.
Rebecca: Did you start at the same time?
Maria: We did. I persuaded him!
Nick: She basically told me,
“We’re going to volunteer at the hospital.” So we came in, and within a couple of weeks we were volunteering. And we both absolutely love it.
It’s a great team of volunteers. Really lovely people, and it’s nice knowing you’re part of something that generates so much money that goes back into the hospital.
Rebecca: How much has been raised?
Nick: This year we’ve raised £75,000 for the cardiothoracic department and £20,000 each for lung and renal research. That’s all been generated from this shop.
Maria: We didn’t realise it was that much until we were told. It’s amazing to know that all the money is used to support the hospital.
Rebecca: You’re also celebrating your 50th wedding anniversary?
Nick: Yes! We met and married within three months, back in 1976.
Maria: I’m originally from Spain. I moved to Wales when I was seven, then to London just before
I turned 18. I met Nick in a pub where I was working.
Nick: Three months later, we were married!
Maria: This November we’re going to Vietnam and Cambodia to celebrate, and we’ll actually be in Vietnam on our anniversary.
Rebecca: Do you feel it is important that people volunteer at their local hospital?
Maria: Definitely. It keeps you active and connected, and it’s good for your mental health.
Nick: We try to encourage people who come into the shop to consider volunteering. It’s good for retirees who can commit to regular days and it’s so worthwhile. As long as we’re able to do so, we’ll keep volunteering.
Volunteering is a great way to make a difference at your local hospital and develop your skills.
If Nick and Maria’s story has inspired you, you can apply to volunteer at: www.imperialcharity.org.uk/volunteer
screening programme for an eye condition called Retinopathy of Prematurity has been extended to cover Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea Hospital, thanks to a generous donor.
The donor gave £25,000, enabling us to support the programme, inspired by her experience of her own children being treated at the hospital’s Neonatal ICU (NICU).
Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) is an eye disease which can affect premature babies, often those born before 32 weeks or those who weigh under 1.5kg. The disease causes abnormal blood vessels to develop in the retina at the back of the eye, which can lead to vision impairment or even blindness if left untreated. The screening programme ensures this condition is detected early enough that treatment is possible.
The donation has not only enabled the extension of the programme from St Mary’s Hospital, where it was piloted, but has also covered the purchase of specialist equipment and training for nurses, increasing the number of staff who can capture images of premature babies’ eyes. Once captured, images of
the babies’ eyes are shared on a digital system with the Ophthalmology department, who assess whether the babies have the condition and then follow up with treatment.
Now, images from the assessments are saved and accessible to more of the team, helping to ensure that babies have necessary checks on time, and families have an improved experience of care.
Dr Aniko Dierl, Consultant and Head of Neonatology at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, explains what a difference this new equipment will make. She said: “Nurses can now complete [screenings] independently with high-quality retinal images documented in the patient records.
“ROP screening is one of the most painful procedures for infants, and the two nurses handling the infants can provide more holistic, developmentally appropriate and gentle care. It also significantly improved parent experience as the nurses can provide a detailed explanation about images and progression week by week.”
The team are hopeful that this will become a permanent programme and is keen to
share their learnings with other healthcare providers in north west London.
Our work is only possible due to the generosity of our supporters. Find out how you can give back to a ward or department by visiting our Support page or contacting a member of the team directly at fundraising@imperialcharity. org.uk.
Earlier this year, staff and volunteers at Charing Cross Hospital were treated to a surprise they will not soon forget.
Their Royal Highnesses The Prince and Princess of Wales paid a special visit to thank NHS teams working under intense winter pressures – and to see first-hand how charitable support is improving the hospital environment for patients and staff.
The visit was organised in partnership by Imperial Health Charity, NHS Charities Together and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. For many on shift, it
was a welcome morale boost at one of the busiest times of the year.
In their role as Joint Patrons of NHS Charities Together, The Prince and Princess hosted a surprise tea party, taking time to speak with clinical teams about their experiences of working through the winter. They also met Imperial Health Charity volunteers, to better understand how their support helps improve patient experience and ease pressure on frontline services.
"It was a real honour to welcome Their Royal Highnesses, and to showcase some of the activities that we do with patients."
Lauren, Arts Engagement Producer
Volunteer Gauri told us: “It was really surprising. I was really happy to see them! They were
very nice and very sweet, they spoke to all of us with a lot of concentration and focus and really wanted to know more about the hospital and more about what we do. It was a really positive experience.”
The visit offered a chance to show how our charitable funding makes a real difference on the wards. Their Royal Highnesses spent time with the neurorehabilitation service, which Imperial Health Charity has supported for a number of years.
Here, they joined patients taking part in one of the arts activities we fund, part of a programme designed to support wellbeing, encourage creativity, and help patients on their recovery journey. For many patients, these moments of connection and expression are just as important as medical treatment.
Lauren Humphries, our Arts Engagement Producer, said: "It was a real honour to welcome Their Royal Highnesses, and to showcase some of the activities that we do with patients.
"It was really nice to demonstrate what we do as a charity, and to talk to them about the impact it has."
“We are thrilled to have been able to show the difference our charity makes to staff and patients every day at our hospitals, through our arts, grants, fundraising and volunteering.”
Gail Scott-Spicer, Chief Executive of Imperial Health Charity
Gail Scott-Spicer, Chief Executive of Imperial Health Charity, said: “We are delighted to have been able to thank our hard-working NHS staff and volunteers with this surprise event – made all the more special by the generous attendance of Their Royal Highnesses The Prince and Princess of Wales. Winter is a particularly challenging time for our hospital teams, so we’re proud to have been able to recognise their hard work and dedication today.
“We are also thrilled to have been able to show The Prince and Princess the difference
our charity makes to staff and patients every day at our hospitals, through our arts, grants, fundraising and volunteering programmes.”
The Royal visit concluded with a roundtable discussion hosted at the hospital, bringing together NHS charity leaders, trustees, policymakers and philanthropists to explore the vital role of charitable funding in the NHS. Chaired by Ellie Orton OBE, Chief Executive of NHS Charities Together, the discussion highlighted how philanthropy
supports staff wellbeing, enhances patient care and drives innovation.
Ellie Orton OBE, Chief Executive of NHS Charities Together, added: “We are so grateful to our Royal Patrons, TRHs The Prince and Princess of Wales, for highlighting the incredible work of the healthcare workforce, particularly over the busy winter period, and the role that NHS charities like Imperial Health Charity play in supporting them.”
Professor Tim Orchard, Chief Executive Designate of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust said: "We were delighted to host Their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of Wales at Charing Cross Hospital and show the impact our partnership with Imperial Health Charity delivers for patients, staff and our wider community.
"It was also a lovely boost for our staff and volunteers who work so hard, and with such care, especially through the winter months when operational pressures are at their highest."
For the staff and volunteers at Charing Cross Hospital, this royal visit was more than a moment of celebration. It was a reminder that their work matters, and their care makes a difference every day.
This year, our Winter Appeal raised funds for the chemotherapy day unit at Charing Cross Hospital.
We are delighted that, thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we have raised more than £36,000, which we will use to improve the experience for patients being treated at the unit. The funds will be used to provide more comfortable chairs for patients undergoing chemotherapy, which for many people, can take hours at a time.
The money raised will also support our arts engagement programme, bringing chairside arts activities and music to the ward. We’ll also be able to enhance the atmosphere of the ward with new artwork, brighter decor and other improvements, creating a more welcoming and uplifting space for patients.
Steve is a long-term patient at the unit and a supporter of the appeal. He said: “I’m so pleased to hear that such a significant amount was raised through the Winter Appeal. I know the improvements to the chemotherapy ward will make treatment days much more comfortable and bearable for future patients.”
You can find out more about our current appeals at: www.imperialcharity.org.uk/ our-appeals
Forty-seven young people from three north west London schools have completed a total of 1,388 hours of volunteering through our new youth volunteering programme.
Sixth formers from Marylebone Boys School, Phoenix Academy and William Morris School volunteered at our hospitals for three months in Patient and Peer Engagement roles, supporting patients and learning skills for the future.
As part of the programme, students delivered health campaigns to raise awareness of key issues in their schools and communities, presenting their findings at celebration events attended by their peers and our charity team.
The campaign topics were chosen by the volunteers and ranged from diabetes to hearing loss, with one group sending a letter to the Mayor of London about AI use in dental care.
Another group hosted an assembly for younger students about mental health, sharing
information, helping to break down stigma, and explaining how to access support.
One student from this group shared: “Speaking to the year 7’s really helped us understand that they didn’t really know where to find help. Acknowledging this will give them the opportunity to speak to someone if they need any help or have any difficulties.”
Sarah Bishop, Careers and Marketing Manager at Marylebone Boys’ School, said: “It was great to attend the volunteering celebration event and hear about all the hours and dedication students had put into their volunteering. It’s clear that the students have built the confidence and life skills they need to develop and thrive in a career in medicine.”
Volunteering is a great way to develop new skills and support your local hospital.
Interested? Apply at www. imperialcharity.org.uk/ volunteer
Grants awarded through our Compassionate Communities programme fund projects run by local organisations to improve the health and wellbeing of people living in north west London. This year we funded 12 projects. Read about a selection of these below:
Feed Me Good: ‘Feed Me Lifeskills’
Supporting low-income Black and ethnic minority adults and older people in Brent to reduce the risk of preventable diseases through peer-led, culturally relevant education on food, nutrition and cooking.
Trauma-informed and compassionate support for individuals affected by chemsex – the use of drugs to enhance or facilitate sexual activity. The project aims to reduce harm, improve wellbeing, and increase engagement with healthcare services.
Westminster Bangladeshi Association: ‘Rally for Health’
Single-sex badminton sessions for Westminster’s Bangladeshi community, delivered alongside preventative health education and condition-management classes.
Give Space: ‘Room to Feel’
Drama and movement therapy for children living in care in Hillingdon experiencing depression and anxiety. The project is tailored for those who have faced instability, loss or adversity.
Wipers Foundation: ‘Clear Minds’
A mentoring programme for marginalised 13–24 year olds living in Hammersmith and Fulham who are experiencing depression and anxiety. These sessions aim to reduce isolation, strengthen coping strategies and support access to community-based opportunities.
SFIDA: ‘Healthy Hearts, Healthy Minds’
A project delivering a programme of physical activity, health education and mental health support for the Albanian community in north west London to reduce the risks of depression, anxiety, and cardiovascular disease.
Learn more about the projects we've funded through our Compassionate Communities programme at www.imperialcharity.org.uk/ compassionate-communities
Grant brings new treatment to haematology patients
Hammersmith
Hospital’s haematology department has purchased a state-ofthe-art ultrasound machine to support patients with conditions such as leukaemia, lymphoma and sickle cell disease, thanks to a £16,000 donation made possible by the generosity of donor and patient Lady Acher.
Many patients in the department need long-term treatment, and often need needles inserted into their veins repeatedly, known as cannulation. Over time, this can make their veins harder to find. This can be especially risky for patients who are more likely to bleed, as recurring failed attempts can cause pain, bruising, and other, more serious, complications.
The charity-funded, bespoke ultrasound-guided vascular service will improve cannulation techniques by enabling enhanced visualisation of blood vessels, which in turn will provide a more comfortable experience for the patients using the department.
Joy Pe Benito, Matron, Patient Education said: “We are very grateful for this generous donation and the positive impact it is already having on patient care.” You can donate to haematology services at www.imperialcharity.org.uk/ donate
Above: Emily at work, and below, December - Southend-on-Sea, Emily Allchurch, 2026
New artwork depicting the journey of the River Thames is soon to be installed at Charing Cross Hospital’s Elective Surgery Unit.
The piece, a series of 12 images –each depicting a month of the year –was created by artist Emily Allchurch over twelve months. Emily took photographs following the length of the river, starting at Thames Head in Cirencester in January and following its flow to the mouth of the river at Southend-on-Sea in December.
Following her graduation from the Royal College of Art, Emily started her career as an Arts Coordinator within the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust in 2001, which, back then, was known as the Hammersmith Hospital NHS Trust. She later left to pursue being an artist full-time.
Her new artwork focuses on the ‘not always obvious’ parts of the journey, while celebrating the river’s history.
When asked which her favourite section was to photograph, she responded: “I loved the scene that I created for February, in Lechlade. I got up early on a frosty morning, and it was just magical.
“Everything was coated in frost, and the sun was coming out, with a pink sky, and then suddenly I could hear a flapping commotion, and it was the swans all flying up the river together to start their day.”
Having experience with art in a healthcare setting has proved invaluable, as Emily understands the importance of creativity and artwork for patients and staff alike, and the role art plays in creating a welcoming environment and softening clinical spaces.
Emily said: “[the artwork] can be a talking point if you're sitting with someone, or it can jog a memory, maybe take you somewhere else.
“It can transport you, take your memories to another time, a happier time, or just make you think of something positive.”
"The opportunity to work with Imperial Health Charity again has been something of a homecoming for Emily. She said: “I think it's a lovely full-circle moment. Arts and health are things I really believe in passionately.
"Like all artists, I want my work to be seen. I want people to benefit from it if they can; if it helps people, or distracts someone in a difficult moment in their life, that’s when I feel a real privilege.”
You will be able to find Emily’s new artwork on the Elective Care Unit on 3 West at Charing Cross Hospital. With special thanks to Genesis Imaging for their generous support.
Our arts team has been working with the Haematology team at Hammersmith Hospital to support people living with sickle cell, both to raise awareness of research and to create positive hospital experiences.
Since September, they have organised workshops led by artist Aida Silvestri in collaboration with artist Laurel Brumant-Palmer, whose work is shaped by her lived experience of sickle cell.
Together, they offer drop-in photography workshops for patients at the Garry Weston Centre, where participants can have a professional portrait taken by Aida, decorate it with dried flowers, and take home a framed artwork that celebrates their identity.
To date, the team has supported two adult events and a tour for young people moving into adult services, helping them feel more comfortable and confident in their new clinical environment. This work forms part of a wider sickle cell support project, led by Dr Steven Okoli and Camelia Vladescu and funded by NIHR, which provides educational events, in-clinic engagements, and opportunities to learn about research in a relaxed, supportive setting.
We're delighted to have several people taking on this year's London Marathon to raise money for our charity, and who are currently hard at work training for the gruelling event.
We spoke to two of them –Michelle and Connor – whose connections with our hospitals inspired them to give something back.
Michelle Grimley
Michelle is running the London Marathon to raise money for Imperial Health Charity after receiving treatment at Charing Cross Hospital. After an unexpected health diagnosis, Michelle experienced firsthand the exceptional care, compassion, and expertise of the multidisciplinary teams across Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
Michelle is raising funds for the Riverside Unit at Charing Cross Hospital, to help ensure that other patients continue to receive the same outstanding treatment.
“Every donation will directly support patients, staff, and services that make a vital difference when it matters most.”
Connor Pearce Connor is taking part in the London Marathon to raise money for St Mary’s Hospital in memory of his grandad. Connor described his grandad as a “true father figure” and wanted to do something to thank the staff at the hospital who looked after him.
“It’s been four years since he passed, and I turned 30 in February, so I saw it as a fantastic chance to turn a negative into a positive.”
The love and care the nurses showed Connor’s grandad was incredible, and inspired Connor to support the hardworking staff through his fundraising.
We're wishing the best of luck to Connor and Michelle on embarking on their 26.2 mile race across London! The London Marathon takes place on 26 April, and we’ll be sharing more stories of people who are fundraising for us in the coming weeks.
Feeling inspired to get active and raise some money? There are a list of events you can take part in to the right of this article!
WE HAVE LOTS OF EXCITING EVENTS COMING UP FOR YOU TO GET INVOLVED IN! TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT’S COMING UP AND HOW TAKE PART.
SWIM SERPENTINE
DATE: 19/09/2026
Swim Serpentine is a one-day open water swimming festival, which takes place at the Serpentine lake in Hyde Park. We have spaces available across a range of distances, so you can choose the challenge that feels right for you.
ROYAL PARKS HALF MARATHON
DATE: 11/10/2026
This stunning route takes in many of London’s world-famous landmarks on closed roads, and four of the capital’s eight Royal Parks, including Hyde Park, The Green Park, St James's Park and Kensington Gardens.
Whether you're a weekend jogger or a seasoned marathon runner, get involved today and support a ward, hospital or department of your choice.
You can also take part in ‘Bake a Difference’, through which you can raise money for your local hospital by holding a bake sale at a time that suits you.
Bake and sell your cakes to your friends, family, and colleagues, and prove yourself as a master baker! We will provide you with a bake sale fundraising pack to help you get started.
For more information on how to get involved visit imperialcharity.org.uk/supportus
A fantastic way to help our hospitals is to make a regular gift. You can set up a monthly donation via direct debit. Head to imperialcharity.org.uk/donate to find out more.
“It’s really exhausting… Rest is incredibly important throughout a shift, it has a real impact on your decision making."
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Cheryl
Every day, families arrive at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at St Mary’s Hospital facing the most difficult moments of their lives.
As one of London’s busiest major trauma centres, St Mary’s ICU cares for critically ill and seriously injured patients from across the capital and beyond. In times of sudden trauma or life-threatening illness, the ICU becomes a lifeline – not only for patients, but for the people who love them.
Right now, we urgently need your help to make that lifeline stronger.
Our goal is to raise £200,000 to transform the ICU environment. With your support, will refurbish two dedicated family rooms, adding soothing artwork and comfortable places to rest. When a loved one is critically ill,
families can spend long hours – sometimes days – at their bedside. Our improvements will help relatives to rest, recharge, and remain close when it matters most.
We will also overhaul the reception area to create a calmer, more reassuring space for visitors. And we will support the staff who work round the clock to care for these patients and their families. ICU teams work long, intense shifts, making constant, life-saving decisions. With your help we will refurbish the on-
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