Bolton Hospice offering chance to Light up a Life and remember loved ones

The outdoor event at the hospice will start at 6.30pm tomorrow (Wednesday) with a second service at Bolton Parish Church next Wednesday, December 10 at 7pm.

When you dedicate a light and, if you’re able to, make a donation to the appeal, you’ll not only be remembering your loved ones, but also be helping local families create lasting memories this festive season, and beyond.

Light Up a Life in Bolton Parish Church in 2024 (Picture: Bolton Hospice)

Bolton Hospice’s specialist team works hard to ensure every patient’s individual needs are met, so families can focus on making precious memories with their loved ones during the festive season.

Whether it’s a family tradition of charades after Christmas dinner, a Boxing Day buffet, or toasting the New Year with a favourite tipple – your support will help to ensure that no one spends Christmas alone or without the care they need.

Natalie’s mum, Anita, experienced the hospice’s dedicated care, and was remembered at last year’s Light Up a Life services.

Natalie said: “My mum was 65 and known for her bubbly and comical personality, and had four grown up children – Steven, myself Natalie, Gareth and Kerrie. She loved her family, being at home, gardening and playing bingo, until she was sadly diagnosed with terminal lung cancer.

“My mum was very unsettled on arriving at the hospice. She was frightened about what this meant, and kept saying ‘I’m not ready, I don’t want to die’, but within an hour of arriving she was settled, comfortable and her anxieties were eased, down to the love and care shown to her by the staff and volunteers.

“Within a few days, her pain was under control, and mum began to engage in the activities in the Wellbeing Hub, where she made me and my sister a beautiful message in a bottle, which we will cherish forever.

“As mum began to deteriorate, all of her children were allowed to stay the night, in camp beds, and to spend that time with her meant so much. The nurses were constantly coming in to check mum was comfortable, and listened when we had any concerns.

“The nurses always asked about us too, taking time to console us and give us a hug when we needed it. We couldn’t have asked for anything more during such a difficult time, they are all very special people.

Last year’s Light Up a Life service at Bolton Parish Church (Picture: Bolton Hospice)

“We have attended Light Up a Life for two years since losing mum, because it brings us such comfort. We feel close to her just by being there at the hospice and amongst other families who share our grief and experiences.

“The hospice cares about families as much as its patients and that means more than you could ever realise.”

Your Light up a Life donation will help to provide a Christmas filled with treasured memories for the patients and their families at Bolton Hospice.

To dedicate a light and support Bolton Hospice, please visit www.boltonhospice.org.uk/LUAL, or support this year’s appeal at either of this year’s remembrance services.

Source – INDIA TV