Sizewell C has chosen St Elizabeth Hospice as its first official charity partner, providing vital funding for the next two years.
The partnership will support the hospice’s services, which care for those with progressive and life-limiting illnesses in Ipswich and throughout East and Mid Suffolk, Great Yarmouth, and Waveney.
Why it matters: St Elizabeth Hospice provides free care to over 4,000 patients and their families annually, costing around £12m. The charity relies heavily on external support, with 70% of funds from local businesses and community donations.
The big picture: The partnership will help St Elizabeth Hospice continue providing specialist support to individuals with life-limiting conditions wherever needed—at home, in the community, or at the hospice.
Key details:
Sizewell C team selected St Elizabeth Hospice following an internal vote
First fundraising event planned for 20 September - a Suffolk Charity Walk
Proceeds from Sizewell Creative's recent performances of "Noye's Fludde" were shared with the hospice
What they're saying:
Liz Baldwin, Corporate and Sponsorship Fundraising Manager for St Elizabeth Hospice: "We are delighted to have been selected as Sizewell C's charity partner for a two-year period. Their funding will make a great difference to our services and to the patients and families under our care."
Julia Pyke, Sizewell C Joint MD: "We're thrilled to be supporting St Elizabeth Hospice as our official charity partner and looking forward to helping them raise much-needed funds so they can continue to deliver excellent care and valuable support to people in the Suffolk community."
The impact: The partnership will help St Elizabeth Hospice continue providing essential services such as:
Symptom management in the Inpatient Unit
Support for patients struggling with daily activities
Assistance in finding suitable care homes for patients
A patient's perspective: Mary Chennells, 95, recently received care at St Elizabeth Hospice, said: "St Elizabeth Hospice is marvellous. It is a superb place to come and a real sanctuary. You give up all responsibility and are wrapped up in the support of the hospice team's amazing care. It is just phenomenal."
The bottom line: This partnership between Sizewell C and St Elizabeth Hospice represents a significant boost for healthcare provision in Ipswich, East & Mid Suffolk, Great Yarmouth and Waveney, potentially improving the quality of life for thousands of patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families.
