Broadcaster Nick Robinson, the man behind the microphone and behind the scenes at East Cheshire Hospice, popped in to meet staff.
The presenter of BBC Radio 4’s flagship Today programme has helped the Hospice secure vital funding since becoming a patron in 2020.
His sister Dr Debbie Maxwell, a Hospice trustee, joined Nick on a tour chatting to healthcare professionals about their work.
East Cheshire Hospice patron Nick Robinson with art therapist Fay Mitchell.
Their late father Robbie spent his last few days at the Hospice and the Macclesfield-based family are grateful for the care he received.
Nick’s support has included hosting Meeting of Minds, a series of exclusive virtual events with high-profile guest speakers.
Guests have included Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham; Sir John Timpson CBE, Baron David Blunkett and broadcaster Robert Peston.
April Green, the Hospice’s Philanthropy Manager, said: “We’re extremely lucky to have such a talented broadcaster as Nick as a patron.
“His Meeting of Minds series was created during Covid when guests couldn’t be present.
“These one-hour sessions have been a good touch point, attracting inspiring speakers allowing us to have a voice and share details about our innovation projects we’re trying to fundraise for.
“They let people know what we’re trying to achieve and are interactive and accessible.
“Nurses and relatives have also given a first-hand account of the impact of care.
“With Nick’s help as host, he’s helped us secure more than £3m in pledges and donations for projects such as Hospice @Home, Co-ordinated Care and our dementia services.”
Further Meetings of Minds are planned next year.