Patient care at Saint Catherine's will be supported this Christmas following the launch of an annual festive appeal that features a special remembrance service in Scarborough.
Patient care at a local hospice will be supported over the festive season following the launch of an annual Christmas appeal.
Vital funds for Saint Catherine's will be raised through the Light up a Life campaign, which also offers the community a meaningful opportunity to reflect and remember loved ones during the holidays.
A special remembrance service is scheduled to take place on Thursday the 3rd of December at St Mary's Church in Scarborough.
The event, which begins at 6pm, will welcome everyone in the local area to come together for a shared moment of reflection.
The service is set to be led by Reverend Samantha Tredwell, the minister at Saint Mary's.
During the gathering, a dedicated Light up a Life tree will be illuminated as a central part of the service, with all the lights shining to signify the life of someone special.
Supporters of the hospice have already begun receiving appeal packs in the post to help them participate in the remembrance activities.
These packs contain two cardboard Christmas baubles, which feature a dedicated space for people to write their own personal messages.
One of the baubles can be brought to the Scarborough service to be blessed, before being displayed alongside others at Saint Catherine's throughout the festive period.
The appeal packs also highlight the real-world impact of the charitable donations, featuring a section on a special 'Pizza Night' held at the hospice earlier this year.
The evening was carefully designed to recreate a restaurant experience, allowing patients and their families to spend quality time together and create precious memories.
Hospice officials say this is just one example of how kind donations from the community are put to good use.
Anyone who has not received a pack but would like to take part can request one by emailing the fundraising team at fundraising@saintcatherines.org.uk or by calling the hospice directly on 01723 351421.
Fundraiser Louise Gravestock said:
"Christmas can be a time where families and friends come together, so our Light up a Life service is here to give everyone the chance to share a special moment of remembrance together.
"All the money raised will help us to continue to support the patients and families who need us. There is no minimum donation all we ask is that people are as generous as they can be. We always appreciate all the wonderful support we receive not just at Christmas, but throughout the year. Thank you to all our supporters."
Financial contributions can be made online via the Saint Catherine's website by selecting the Light up a Life option, or by contacting the fundraising department directly.
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