A message from Little Miss Manuel…
My work chums and I are running the Belfast City Marathon Relay on the 3rd of May for The Northern Ireland Hospice. The hospice is a very special place that cares for very ill people in the latter stages of their lives. They receive some funding from government but still need to raise about £5m a year through voluntary donations to keep going. The care provided by the staff at the NI Hospice is second to none.
I saw this at first hand when Manuel’s father was admitted to the hospice in July 2009.
In their own words…
We care for adults
We care for adults with life-threatening illnesses in hospice and in the community, usually in the patient’s own home.
At Northern Ireland Hospice we accept that cure may not be possible and our specially trained staff aim to relieve pain and other symptoms and to provide emotional, social, spiritual and family support. Support for the family continues into bereavement. Our adult hospice and day hospice are located at Somerton Road, Belfast.
We care for children and young people
There are over 750 life-limited children and young people living in Northern Ireland. Life-limiting conditions include conditions such as Batten’s disease and Muscular Dystrophy and life-threatening conditions such as cancer and heart disease. These children have very complex needs, often requiring 24 hour care. Many will die before adulthood. We provide respite and end of life care for these very special children, young people and their families, both in the children’s hospice at Horizon House, Newtownabbey and in their own homes.
Support for families and carers
We also support patients’ families and carers, and close friends. Carers looking after a loved one at home who is seriously ill need ‘cared for’ too. Our Carers’ Service provides support, information and advice and equips them with the skills they need to look after their loved ones and themselves. In addition, our social workers are trained to recognise the difficulties which families face when someone is seriously ill. They provide help and support with the emotional and psychological effects of serious illness as well as practical advice on financial matters or anything else that families may be worried about.
We have raised about £350 so far but would love to hit our target of £500. Every donation, large or small, will help…
ThanksLittle Miss Manuel and chums
7 Comments → “A message from Little Miss Manuel…”
Kudos to LMM! What a great cause. I would love to help but my time AND funds are currently going to Emerald Coast Keepers (it’s in Pensacola, Florida..the Panhandle). We’re currently waiting to see if this oil slick is coming for us (we’re really close to Louisiana where it’s heading tonight). Thank you, BP. Ugh. But best of luck to LMM and all her colleagues! I’m sure with the help from your site, they’ll surpass the goal!!!
a noble thing for a great organization. i tried to engage hospice when my dad was in the end stages of cancer, as it was his wish to die at home – but it didn’t work out. they are amazing.
as are you for taking this on! i completed a half marathon, and raised funding through sponsorships for the leukemia & lymphoma society… it was a powerful, life-changing experience!
can’t get the website working from my hotel tonight, but will keep trying! go get ‘em!
Good luck LMM!
I do hope you reach the target and good luck in the marathon LMM & chums.
Psst, Don`t forget to make Manuel run alongside with some water!
Thank you all for your good wishes. I would love to reach my target for such a worthwhile cause.Manuel is working unfortunately I would love him to be at finish line!
[...] But well done to all who ran the Belfast Marathon on Monday especially Little Miss Manuel. Thanks to all who donated to her chosen charity, The Northern Ireland Hospice. Last count it was about £800. Which is aces. You can still donate online here. [...]
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