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Celebrating Volunteers' Week in style!
Here at Bolton Hospice we spent this year's Volunteers' Week honouring the incredible dedication and hard work of our volunteer team. Their selfless efforts are vital to us being able to continue providing specialist care and support, and we couldn't be more grateful!
Check out what we got up to!
The sky's the limit when it comes to fundraising ideas, we really mean it!
Singer/Songwriter Jimmy Kay has been making the most of the sunny weather, and taken to Moses Gate Country Park to entertain the public and raise vital funds for Bolton Hospice.
Run, Forrest, run!
All of our 100k May participants are absolutely smashing their challenge of determination and endurance, not least Dan, who is definitely seeing the funny side of running every day for a month!
Good Luck to Nicola, Andrew and Tom who are completing a memorial walk in memory of their Dad, Pete!
Nicola, Andrew and Tom are walking 8-10 miles around Pete's favourite places and will be finishing at his beloved 'Rivi Club', where they'll raise a glass in his memory all while raising vital funds to help other local families like theirs.
Dying Matters Week at Bolton Hospice
We have proudly supported Hospice UK's annual Dying Matters Week, which took place over the course of last week. This important national campaign aims to open up conversations around death, dying, and bereavement, breaking down societal stigmas and empowering individuals to open up about their own experiences.
Bolton Hospice Remembers and Celebrates on 80th Anniversary of VE Day
We joined the nation this week in proudly marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, with staff, volunteers, and patients coming together for a variety of commemorative activities.
Popular 10 miles, 10 pubs charity walk returns!
The hugely popular 10 Miles 10 Pubs Charity Walk is back for it's 11th year!
Thank You to our Marathon Runners!
We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who took part in both the London and Manchester Marathons last weekend. We are very proud of everyone who laced up their running shoes and conquered the challenging 26.2 mile run. Collectively they have raised over £7,000 which will help people in the local community facing life-limiting illnesses access the care and support they need from us.
Ceilidh Fundraiser Fitting Tribute to Morris Dancer Louise
When Louise Gott died of cancer last September, her friends at Rivington Morris knew exactly how to raise funds for Bolton Hospice in her memory – with a ceilidh.
Meet two valuable volunteers at Furniture Plus
Meet Joseph and his mum, Joanne. Joseph has been volunteering for 10 years at Bolton our Furniture Plus shop, located on Manchester Road. Joseph faces challenges in securing employment due to being deaf and having learning difficulties. He started volunteering to help improve skills and gain more experience. Joe found a supportive and empowering environment at the charity shop.
Spring has Sprung at the Wellbeing Hub
We are highlighting the vibrant activities and vital support offered at our Wellbeing Hub as spring arrives. Recent activities at the hub included a creative chocolate Easter nest session, where patients enjoyed baking together and connecting with specialist nurses.
New Gold Patron!
We are thrilled to announce a new Gold Patron, Life Changing Education, a North West-based organisation dedicated to providing life-changing educational opportunities and support to vulnerable children.