A Hampshire hospice charity has joined a national campaign to raise awareness of the vital role hospices play in communities.
Naomi House & Jacksplace, hospices for children and young adults, is one of more than 140 hospices taking part in the 'This is Hospice Care' campaign, a national initiative facilitated by Hospice UK.
The campaign aims to shift public perceptions of hospice care and encourage people to leave a gift in their will to support their local hospice.
This will ensure that these essential services can continue to provide their compassionate and specialist care for future generations.
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"As a registered charity, we rely heavily on donations to keep our doors open, with only around 15 per cent of our funding coming from the government.
"That's why we've come together to shine a light on the essential role hospices play in our communities and protect our futures.
"Gifts in wills are crucial to the survival and growth of hospices like ours, that’s why we’re asking our incredible supporters and community to consider leaving a gift to Naomi House & Jacksplace."
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The charity has supported families like Connor's for more than 15 years.
Connor was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy at the age of four and died at just 24-years-old.
His mum, Louisa, said: "I can’t imagine how I would’ve got through those final weeks of Connor’s life if we didn’t have Jacksplace.
"To have the support from people who genuinely care has been amazing. We would’ve been lost without them."
Amanda Mahoney, senior fundraiser at Naomi House & Jacksplace, said: "Gifts in wills currently account for approximately 25 per cent of our annual income.
"The generosity of our supporters enables us to provide outstanding hospice care for children, young adults and their families when they need us the most.
"No matter how big or small, your gift is important to us.
"Together we can help to create precious memories and support families on the good days, difficult days, and last days."
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