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Help Us Say Yes! This Christmas

We want to be able to say “Yes!” to every patient who will need us this Christmas. Because we know that, for most, it will be their last Christmas. Can you help us say “Yes!” this year?

Our nurses can only say “Yes!” to our patients if our community says “Yes!” to us.

When you are caring for someone with an incurable condition, you only get one chance to get that care right. Saying ‘Yes!” to patients and families is a vital part of the care service we provide – because most won’t have another chance to have their wish granted.

We want to be able to say “Yes!” every time a patient or family has a special request. Like when a mum asked to “see the snow with her children” we said “Yes!” with the help of a snow machine. Or when a couple wanted to enjoy Christmas dinner together with their family in the lounge, we said “Yes!”

Please give a gift to the hospice this Christmas – and help us to say “Yes!” to someone who needs us over the holidays.

This Christmas, hundreds of children and families across Essex will need the care and support that only Havens Hospices can provide.

 We want to be able to say “Yes!” to every patient who will need us this Christmas. Because we know that, for most, it will be their last Christmas. Can you help us say “Yes!” this year?

I'll help you say "Yes!"

£31 could pay for one hour of specialist nursing care for a person over Christmas.

£86 which could fund two hours of care in the home of a child and their family.

How will you support Havens Hospices this Christmas?

This year, we’re asking schools, companies and groups to help us say "Yes!". Every donation made helps support children and adults living with complex or incurable conditions - at Christmas and all year round.

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Schools, Groups & Clubs

Looking for fun and festive ways to get your school, group or club involved this Christmas? 

Looking for fun and festive ways to get your school, group or club involved this Christmas? From dress-up days and bake sales to sponsored singalongs and craft fairs, there are plenty of ways to make a difference while spreading holiday cheer. Click below for inspiring, child-friendly fundraising ideas to support Havens Hospices this Christmas.

Festive Fundraising Ideas

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Businesses & Companies

Want to make a meaningful impact this Christmas? 

Want to make a meaningful impact this Christmas? There are so many ways your business can get involved - from festive jumper days and office bake-offs to donation matching or rounding up sales for charity. Click below for creative fundraising ideas to help your team and customers support Havens Hospices this festive season.

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Fundraise with friends and family

Make this Christmas extra special by fundraising with your friends and family for Havens Hospices. 

Make this Christmas extra special by fundraising with your friends and family for Havens Hospices. Whether you host a festive movie night, Christmas quiz, bake-off or lights display, every pound raised will help local families create precious memories together. Click below for fun and easy ways to get started.

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Events in the community

Looking for festive events in your community this Christmas? 

Looking for festive events in your community this Christmas? From carol concerts and Christmas fairs to light displays and family fun runs, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the season while supporting Havens Hospices. Click below to find events near you and join in the festive fundraising fun.

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Saying "Yes!" to Elio's family

"If we said, ‘Do you think we could do this?’ the answer was always, “Yes!”

We carried Elio around the gardens, and the team arranged a photographer so we could have proper family photos, something we wouldn’t have thought to ask for but Little Havens made possible.

As the tubes and equipment were removed, it felt like we had our baby back. We were able to do things that had felt impossible in hospital.

The two days we were at Little Havens were the most tragic days of our lives – but also two of the most beautiful.

Little Havens gave us so much. Now we fundraise to try and give back so other families can have that same chance – the chance to hear “yes” when it matters most."

Michael and Sarah, Elio’s Parents

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We're here to support your fundraising

Festive bake sales, Christmas Jumper Days, Christmas Quizzes, Carol-oke, there are lots of jolly ways to raise funds for Havens Hospices

Download our fundraising resources to help you on your way

Recycle your Christmas tree with us

Book in your slot for us to collect and recycle your Christmas tree, with a donation to your local hospice.

We will be collecting trees from the following postcodes: SS0, SS1, SS2, SS3, SS4, SS5, SS6, SS7, SS8 and SS9

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Remember someone special this Christmas

We’re inviting you to be part of this celebration event by dedicating a robin to someone special on our Christmas trees at Fair Havens or Little Havens.
 
Each robin we hang will be dedicated to a loved one, keeping their memory alive and creating a beautiful display that celebrates the lives of everyone we miss. We will also send you one of our matching decorations to hang on your tree at home.
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Light up a Life

Every year, hundreds of people from our community come together at this special time to remember and celebrate the life of the people they love, miss and hold dear in their hearts. Dedicate a light on our Christmas trees for someone special this year. 
 
You are also very welcome to join us at our free remembrance services at.
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Thinking of hosting a toy drive?

While we truly appreciate every thoughtful gesture, Christmas at the hospice looks a little different than many people imagine.

Care at Little Havens on Christmas is about providing specialist end-of-life care for those who need us most and care at home for the children and young people so they can be surrounded by the people they love. For these children, toys aren’t what they or their families need most right now. Instead, our specialist care, support, and compassion are the greatest gifts we can give.

Instead of collecting toys, by fundraising you could help fund the expert care that gives local families precious moments together - whether that’s pain management, respite support, or helping a child spend their final days in the comfort of their own home.

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