There are few people who have not been touched by the understanding and generosity of Hospice. From 6 to 13 May, show your appreciation by spreading the word, donating your time or helping to raise funds for this great organisation.
The theme for this year’s Hospice Week is “Celebrating Partnerships” to acknowledge the role of community partner organisations, who enable Hospice to reach more people in their time of need.
Palliative care relates to the final days of a persons life, when Hospice staff work to improve the quality of life of patients and their families facing problems associated with life-threatening illness. Through the prevention and relief of suffering, early identification, assessment and treatment of pain and other problems, physical, psychosocial and spiritual issues are addressed.
A dignified death is the right of every human being and the wishes of patients and their families are upheld at this important time.
Highway Hospice is a sustainable, credible non-profit organisation caring for people with advanced incurable diseases, including HIV, living within the eThekweni Municipal area. All services are provided without expectation of payment. These services include: direct patient care and support to families and caregivers; bereavement support; education and training in Palliative Care; mentorship to and networking with partner organisations.
How can you help?
- During Hospice week, invite your family, friends or colleagues to a tea/lunch/dinner party, in your own home or at a selected venue, and ask for a donation towards Hospice. Literature on Highway Hospice can be provided if necessary.
- Become a donor, either providing regular financial support, joining the 2000 Club (where you can win R20 000 a month) or leaving a bequest in your will.
- Contribute to the Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVCs) in the community. This includes donating food parcels to impoverished families.
- Join the My School/My Village campaign and register Highway Hospice as your beneficiary. Remember to swipe your card every time you shop!
- Volunteer your services.
- Support the Hospice Charity Shops and donate unwanted goods for resale to the public.
To find out more, contact Lynn Walker on 031 2086110 or email lynn@hospice.co.za
Visit www.hospice.co.za