Fifteen family members and friends took part in the Great Manchester Run to honour the memory of a beloved mother, raising nearly £5,000 for Moya Cole Hospice in the process.
A Tribute to Mum
Richard Roylance, a supporter of the hospice, explained that his mother was cared for by Moya Cole Hospice at the end of last year before she died in January. Her illness came as a huge shock to the family, lasting only a couple of months after diagnosis. She spent her final weeks at the Heald Green hospice.
“She got the best care,” Richard said. “We as a family have so far raised almost £5,000 for the hospice. It’s our way of giving something back to the place that looked after her.”
Non-Runners United for a Cause
Most of the participants were not regular runners. While some try to exercise occasionally, the event was a way to challenge themselves and remember their mum. “The support at the run was brilliant; we had lots of people calling our name, and it was great to be able to do it for a wonderful cause,” Richard added.
About the Great Manchester Run
The Great Manchester Run took place on Sunday, May 31. Registration for next year’s event is now open, and participants can secure a place through the hospice website.
Moya Cole Hospice Services
Moya Cole Hospice provides holistic care to patients with life-limiting illnesses. This includes inpatient care, day therapy, and supportive outpatient services at its sites in Heald Green, Stockport, and Little Hulton, Salford. The hospice teams also offer community and outreach services, such as care in patients' homes via a Hospice at Home service in Salford and Trafford, a Community Specialist Palliative Care Team in Salford, and a homelessness palliative care service in Manchester. A 24-hour telephone advice line is available for patients, carers, and healthcare professionals in Salford, Manchester, Trafford, and Stockport.
