A Dead Good Day success
Dead Good Day – that was the intriguing name for East Cheshire Hospice’s latest event. The charity’s chaplaincy team were out and about in Macclesfield town centre on Saturday making the subject of death a little less daunting. It was a family friendly event with activities such as hook a duck and a sunflower trail […]
A heartfelt thank you to Bed Appeal donors
Pippa Williams from East Cheshire Hospice has issued a heartfelt thank you on behalf of the charity to Bed Appeal donors. Pippa, the Inpatient Unit Ward Manager, said: “I want to thank everyone who has donated so generously to our appeal. It’s so touching to see that our community have come through for us again. […]
Disco night partied to success
Flares and shoulder pads brought glam to a disco night for East Cheshire Hospice. Organiser Tracy Pointon has a personal and professional link with the Hospice. Her late father Alan Tagell was a Hospice patient 23 years ago. Alan, who was 55, worked as a weaver. Tracy is a health care assistant with the Hospice […]
East Cheshire Hospice is hosting a special drop-in centre for those missing loved ones at Easter
East Cheshire Hospice is hosting a special drop-in centre for those missing loved ones at Easter. The public are welcome to visit the Savage Chapel at St Michael and All Angels Church between 11 am and 2 pm on Saturday, April 19. An Easter trail run by churches in the Macclesfield area is taking place […]
Luke Brightmore plays the drums for up-and-coming rock group Camens
By day Luke Brightmore bangs the drum for East Cheshire Hospice in his role as marketing and communications manager. By night he plays the drums for up-and-coming indie rock group Camens, a headline act at a festival in Bulgaria this weekend. Luke saves up annual leave for gigs with fellow band members Scott Powell (songwriter, […]
Hospice Gets New Wi-Fi System
Visitors to East Cheshire Hospice are enjoying the benefits of a new sophisticated Wi-Fi system. The equipment was installed thanks to the generosity of a visitor who noticed a weak signal at the Millbank Drive facility. * East Cheshire Hospice has a new Wi-Fi system. He experienced the Wi-Fi problem while visiting his wife and […]
The North Cheshire Business Awards 2023
The North Cheshire Business Awards 2023 turned into a major triumph for East Cheshire Hospice which scooped three prizes. Trainee HR adviser Hannah Bentham was named the Apprentice of the Year, while the Hospice also won Charity of the Year and the Customer Service Award. Hannah Bentham proudly shows off her award. The gala ceremony […]
Introduction to East Cheshire Hospice’s new Corporate fundraiser
Talented actor Luke Oldham has landed a new role – as corporate fundraiser at East Cheshire Hospice. He admits he is still learning his lines after only joining the cast at the much-loved charity last month. Luke will be centre stage liaising with a business community which continues to show huge support for the Hospice. […]
Royal appointment for a Hospice staff member
Mixing with William and Kate and other royals at an afternoon tea at Buckingham Palace was the crowning glory for Sarah Dale BEM. Sarah and husband Paul, a mental health specialist, were invited to the garden party in recognition of her award of the British Empire Medal in the King’s first New Year Honours List. […]
Newest nursing member, Carley Forrester
The newest registered nurse on the ward at East Cheshire Hospice is a familiar face. Carly Forrester is celebrating passing her exams after almost eight years with the Hospice. She started off as a health care assistant before becoming an assistant practitioner and then taking an 18-month nursing course. Carly has worked in the care […]