£25,000 boost for end-of-life care
A £25,000 donation has helped to improve end-of-life care at Broomfield Hospital.
The money has been spent on transforming five rooms on the care of the elderly and specialist stroke wards to provide more comfortable and welcoming spaces for patients in their final days. The dedicated side rooms also give loved ones a peaceful place to spend precious time together.
Friends at Broomfield Hospital, with support from Chelmsford Round Table, donated the money to Mid and South Essex Hospitals Charity’s Dandelion Appeal.
The Friends were recently welcomed by Debbie Boulden, End-of-Life Lead Nurse, to see how the funding is helping to transform the experience of patients and families.
Debbie shared the vision behind the appeal and highlighted the importance of creating environments where families can make meaningful memories together, supported by compassionate care.
The Dandelion Appeal supports end-of-life care across Basildon, Broomfield and Southend hospitals, funding improvements to create a more homely atmosphere for patients and families.
These include overnight beds for loved ones, recliner chairs, comforting wall art and other thoughtful touches which help to provide comfort, dignity and compassion during a difficult time.
Lucy Thomas-Clayton, Director of Charity and Voluntary Services at Mid and South Essex Hospitals Charity, said:
"We are incredibly grateful to Friends at Broomfield and Chelmsford Round Table for their generous support of the Dandelion Appeal.
“Friends at Broomfield have been dedicated supporters of Broomfield Hospital for over 75 years. Their commitment continues to make a real and lasting difference to patients and families facing some of life's most difficult moments."
To find out more about the Dandelion Appeal, please visit: www.msehospitalscharity.co.uk/our-impact/support-the-dandelion-appeal
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Image: Friends at Broomfield Hospital