Bideford Community Centre Honoured for Major Hospice Fundraising Effort
Bideford Community Centre recently visited Moya Cole Hospice in Heald Green for a special celebration, recognising their remarkable achievement of raising more than £20,000. This significant sum covers the cost of an entire day of care at the hospice, highlighting the profound impact of community support.
A Milestone in Generosity
The celebration event took place in the Being You Centre at the Heald Green Hospice, where attendees enjoyed cakes, buns, tea, coffee, and a few bottles of fizz to mark the occasion. Over the past several years, the community centre has contributed a total of just over £23,300 to Moya Cole Hospice, demonstrating a sustained commitment to the cause.
It costs approximately £20,000 per day to keep the hospice operational and provide essential care to those in need within the community. Without the assistance of groups like Bideford Community Centre, the hospice would struggle to maintain these vital services. On behalf of Moya Cole Hospice, heartfelt thanks were extended for their generosity.
Voices of Appreciation
Catherine McDonagh from Bideford Community Centre explained the motivation behind their ongoing support. She praised the doctors, nurses, and medical staff for their fantastic work but also highlighted the "unsung heroes"—including cleaners, volunteers, laundry teams, gardeners, fundraisers, and all those who contribute to making Moya Cole such a wonderful place.
Emma Dixon, Director of Clinical Services at Moya Cole Hospice, also expressed gratitude during the event. She detailed how the funds raised would be utilised, such as supporting care on the wards and in the community, emphasising the hospice's holistic approach to patients with life-limiting illnesses.
Comprehensive Care Services
Moya Cole Hospice offers a wide range of services, including inpatient care, day therapy, and supportive outpatient services from its locations in Heald Green, Stockport, and Little Hulton, Salford. The hospice teams extend their reach through community and outreach programmes, such as the Hospice at Home service in Salford and Trafford, the Community Specialist Palliative Care Team in Salford, and a homelessness palliative care service in Manchester.
Additionally, a 24-hour telephone advice line is available to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals across Salford, Manchester, Trafford, and Stockport, ensuring continuous support for those in need.
