By Mairead Tully | Fundraising Executive
On behalf of the Irish Hospice Foundation, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to GlobalGiving for supporting of our Nurses for Night Care service. The contributions made via the platform have made a significant impact, providing expert nursing care to those with life-limiting conditions such as dementia, motor neurone disease, and heart failure.
The demand for Nurses for Night Care Service continues to grow, with 2023 marking a significant year where we provided 2,920 nights of care to 1,000 people, offering essential support during their final moments. Our initial numbers up to the end of March of this year are showing that IHF provided 811 nights of nursing care thanks to donors like you. The service operates every night of the year, in every county in Ireland.
Voluntary donations, such as those received through GlobalGiving, enable us to reach families across Ireland, offering not just medical support, but emotional comfort and reassurance during one of the most challenging times in their lives.
Sharon a Night Nurse for 13 years, puts into words the impact the service has on those families who receive it. ‘I’ve had the privilege of serving as a Nurse for Night Care for the past 13 years. I’d like to share a story that exemplifies the profound impact your donations have. On my very first night shift, I cared for a retired teacher, a woman I’ll call Marie, who was surrounded by her loving family. The relief and comfort my presence brought to Marie and her daughter were palpable. Marie’s final wish was to die at home, surrounded by her loved ones and even her loyal dog. Your support made it possible for Marie’s last moments to be spent in peace, with her daughter holding her hand.’
As more people are choosing to die at home, our Nurses for Night Care service is more important than ever. Your donations directly contribute to making these vital services available to more families each year, helping us to support people to spend their final moments in comfort of their home surrounded by those they love.
Irish Hospice Foundation remains committed to providing compassionate, expert care to those at the end of life. Together, we are making a profound difference in the lives of families across Ireland. Thank you for your continued generosity
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