Wakefield Hospice is inviting everyone to remember a loved one this Christmas by dedicating a light on the Tree of Lights for its annual ‘Light up a Life’ appeal. The hospice will send supporters a personalised card for each dedication, and each name will appear in the Book of Christmas Blessings to be displayed at Wakefield Cathedral over the festive period. This year everyone who dedicates a light will also receive a small copy of the Book of Blessings so they can view their dedication at home.
The hospice’s ‘Light up a Life’ service, which is usually attended by hundreds of supporters, will be held online this year in line with social distancing guidelines. Everyone is invited to join the virtual service. Details will be sent to supporters in a home pack which local companies are generously supporting.
Susan Wright, Ward Sister at the hospice, said, ‘Christmas is a time of celebration and sharing but it can also be a difficult time when you are parted from your loved ones, especially this year. The ‘Light up a Life’ appeal gives us all the opportunity to remember family and friends who are absent, and every donation will help fund the hospice’s services. We are doing our upmost to keep our patients, families, staff, volunteers and supporters safe during this challenging period. This year is our 30th anniversary and we need the local community’s support now more than ever. We are still here, sharing the care for people affected by life-limiting illnesses.’
For details please visit www.wakefieldhospice.org/light or call the hospice on 01924 331401.
