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care newsSummer 2012

ih Isabel HospiceLocal Care for Local People since 1982

‘Thank you’

Read all about baby Isabel on

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GRAND DRAW PRIZE £3,000TICKETS ENCLOSED

Did you know that when you donate a bag of clothes or any item to be sold in one of our shops, that we can claim an extra 25% of the value we sell it for?

Donation of funds

Please treat

i the enclosed donation of £................ as a Gift Aid donation

i all donations that I make from the date of this declaration, until I notify you otherwise, as Gift Aid donations

i all donations that I have made this tax year and the four tax years prior to the year of this declaration and all donations I make from the date of this declaration, until I notify you otherwise, as Gift Aid donations

(idelete as appropriate)

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First Name: ................................................................................................................................

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Post Code: ......................................... Tel No: ..........................................................................

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o I give Isabel Hospice permission to contact me by email.

Donation of goods

By signing up to Gift Aid you are confirming:

• That you wish Isabel Hospice Trading Ltd to act as your agent in selling the goods you have brought into the shop. N.B. We reserve the right to terminate the agency agreement at any time.

• That you are a UK tax payer, and that you agree to Isabel Hospice claiming tax on all donations you have made for the four years prior to this year, and to treat all donations you make from the date of this declaration as Gift Aid donations (until you notify us otherwise or either party terminates the agreement).

• That you have paid or will pay an amount of Income Tax and/or Capital Gains Tax for the current tax year (6 April to 5 April) that is at least equal to the amount of tax that all the charities and Community Amateur Sports Clubs (CASCs) that you donate to will reclaim on your gifts for the current tax year. You understand that other taxes such as VAT and Council Tax do not qualify. You understand the charity will reclaim 25p of tax on every £1 you have given.

• That you are not acting as a business in bringing goods in for sale to any of the shops belonging to Isabel Hospice.

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Acknowledged by:

Cheque signed:

Date of cheque:

OFFICE USE ONLY

Terms and conditions1. If your declaration covers donations you make in future:

• Please notify Isabel Hospice if you change your name or address while the declaration is still in force.

• You can cancel the declaration at any time by notifying Isabel Hospice – it will then not apply to donations you make on or after the date of cancellation or at a later date as specified by you.

2. You must pay an amount of income tax and/or capital gains tax equal to the tax we reclaim on your donations.

3. If in the future your circumstances change and you no longer pay tax on your income and capital gains equal to the tax that the charity reclaims, you should cancel your declaration.

4. If you pay tax at the higher rate you can claim further tax relief in your Self-Assessment tax return.

5. If you are unsure whether your donations qualify for Gift Aid tax relief, please contact our Fundraising Department on 01707 382500, or you can ask your local tax office for leaflet IR113 Gift Aid.

By supplying donated items and signing up to Gift Aid you are confirming:

1. That you wish Isabel Hospice Trading Ltd to act as your agent in selling the goods you have brought into the shop. N.B. We reserve the right to terminate the agency agreement at any time.

2. That you are a UK tax payer, and that you agree to Isabel Hospice claiming tax on all donations you have made for the four years prior to this year, and to treat all donations you make from the date of this declaration as Gift Aid donations (until you notify us otherwise or either party terminates the agreement).

3. That you have paid or will pay an amount of Income Tax and/or Capital Gains Tax for the current tax year (6 April to 5 April) that is at least equal to the amount of tax that all the charities and Community Amateur Sports Clubs (CASCs) that you donate to will reclaim on your gifts for the current tax year. You understand that other taxes such as VAT and Council Tax do not qualify. You understand the charity will reclaim 25p of tax on every £1 you have given.

4. That you are not acting as a business in bringing goods in for sale to any of the shops belonging to Isabel Hospice.

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IN SHOPS TOO!

This is going to make a massive difference to how much we can raise through our charity shops and it's so easy!

All you have to do is fill in the Gift Aid form (you must be a UK taxpayer) on this page and either return it to us at the address below, or take it into the shop the next time you make a donation of goods. You will then be registered as a Gift Aider and for every item we sell that you donate, we can claim the extra 25% of its sale price from HM Revenue and Customs, at no cost to you.

Please help us raise even more money from the goods you donate. It’s simple and will make a real difference to the lives of our patients!

Thank you for supporting Isabel Hospice. Please return this form to Isabel Hospice Trading, 61 Bridge Road East, Welwyn Garden City AL7 1JR.

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Pauline Saggers sat on the sofa, hooked up to oxygen and started talking about the care she has received from Isabel Hospice. “I was admitted to the Hospice from hospital, following the diagnosis of life-limiting secondary lung cancer in October. It was a massive shock for me and my family.

I knew of Isabel Hospice by reputation, and living in Waltham Cross they are a well known local charity. I never expected to use them myself though. When I was in hospital the nurses were good and so was the care, but it wasn’t the expert palliative care I needed. It’s just the little things that make all the difference in the Hospice. I love my baths and in hospital the nurses are so busy, with so many patients to see, I was offered a bowl of water for a wash.

The Hospice nurses had the time to ask me how much I felt able to do, how much help I needed. Just taking to the time to talk to me was so refreshing. I knew I could get to the bathroom on my own, and get myself ready for a bath, I just needed help bringing my oxygen in. I felt empowered to be able to do things for myself again. One of the best moments was when the nurses asked if I’d like 10 minutes to myself. I just lay in the deep bath, and relaxed. I hadn't had time like that for weeks.

I had prepared my sons and daughters for the fact that once I was in the Hospice, I wouldn’t be coming home. That was my own misconception. Once there I was surprised to be discussing going home! I thought that was it, I was

in the Hospice until the end now, and would be going home occasionally for visits. In fact it’s the other way round!

After a home visit where the Hospice Physio and the Occupational Therapist measured up my house and checked it was suitable for me to return there, I was discharged to home. I have made my plans and know that I don’t want to go to hospital as an emergency at the end. I want, if at all possible, to go back to the Hospice. My children know I will get the best care there, and that has lifted a weight off my mind as well as theirs.

But, with the help of the Hospice, I am able to cope at home, and have more confidence. I now have visits from the Hospice Clinical Nurses, the Physio Team and the Occupational Therapist. I have been taught relaxation techniques that help with the breathing and have a stair lift and special equipment at home to help me.

I don’t quite know how to explain how wonderful all the staff and volunteers are at Isabel Hospice. They all work together there as a team. They have something special about them.

Now, I just take every day as it comes, knowing the Hospice will be there when I need it.

I thought I was going into the hospice to die

I just lay in the deep bath, and relaxed. I hadn’t had time like that for weeks. ‘

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This is not how I expected to be spending my 60th year. ‘ ’

IN SHOPS TOO!

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Sunday 20th May – you can sign up on the dayTwo distances to choose from, a 25km and a 50km route

Starting and finishing at Bishop’s Stortford Rugby Club, Hadham Lane, CM23 2QE

Entry is £12 per adult and £5 per child Registration from 8.30am

Last year’s team sponsorship winners The Fat Dads, who raised an amazing £1,566

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I had prepared my sons and daughters for the fact that once I was in the Hospice, I wouldn’t be coming home.

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Jane was an inspiration and loved by everyone

Hospice nurses show they care4acuppa4

Jane Branford was a much loved and respected teacher when she retired as Head of Physical Education at Presdales School in Ware. She was described as ‘fantastic and inspirational’, ‘loved by everyone she met’, ‘a lovely and special lady who embraced life with care and kindness while being fun, witty and good humoured.’ After her retirement she spent time over the next five years travelling in camper vans and RVs with her husband Peter, also a retired teacher, both in the UK and further afield to New Zealand.

Peter said “Jane and I met when the Presdales hockey team, played my boys' team from Richard Hale School in Hertford. As you can imagine it was a hard fought match, and whilst the teams had their half time refreshments, Jane and I had a cup of coffee, and that, as they say, was that. We married in 1973 and had two children, Julia and Michael.”

“We first came into contact with the Hospice when Jane was diagnosed with breast cancer” explained Peter. “However we didn’t need to use their care services until her secondary cancer diagnosis in 2011. We had a Hospice Community Nurse come to see us, Jackie Watts who was so professional and reassuring. She gave us confidence to feel that we could cope, and that there was all the support of the Hospice team should we need it. When you have never been through an experience like cancer before, you need someone like that supporting you as you don’t know what you’re doing.

The care we got from the staff and volunteers at Isabel Hospice has been first rate. They helped Jane so much, including giving her physiotherapy and referring her to the Day Hospice at Hall Grove in Welwyn Garden City. We also both took part in some of the art

We are asking our supporters to hold tea and coffee fundraising mornings as part of our care4acuppa summer fundraiser. We have a fundraising pack with lots of ideas, including a quiz, so why not get together with friends, maybe have a bring and buy or a cake sale, all over a lovely cuppa of your favourite hot drink.

Call Maria Alexander on 01707 382500 for a pack or see page 19.

Jane died on 28th December 2011. Our thoughts are with her family and many friends.

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and craft activities whilst there, which we enjoyed and was quite a distraction from what was going on in our lives. The Hospice was there as much for me as it was for Jane. One time I hurt my back lifting her from a bed, and I was able to benefit from a massage, so they cared for me as well.

The level of care at all levels, from the cleaners, the cooks, the patient volunteers and the consultants has been of the highest standard. Everyone has been amazing, and we are pleased to have been able to raise over £2,000 in Jane’s memory by requesting donations to the Hospice rather than flowers at her funeral. It’s not until someone has gone that you often realize how well loved and greatly appreciated they were."

The Hospice nurse gave us confidence to feel that we could cope, and that there was all the support of the Hospice team should we need it.

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Name: ......................................................................................................... (Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms)

Address: ..........................................................................................................................................

Postcode: ........................... Email: ................................................................................................

o I give Isabel Hospice permission to contact me by email.

Tel Day: ..................................................... Evening: ....................................................................

Advance entry fee is £15 per Adult and £12 per Child (12+ only)

On the night entry fee £20 per Adult and £15 per Child (12+ only)

Individual oTeam o There are Adults Children (12-16 years)

Name of Team: ...............................................................................................................................

Please write on separate sheet if required.

NAME ........................................... ADDRESS ................................................................................

NAME ........................................... ADDRESS ................................................................................

NAME ........................................... ADDRESS ................................................................................

NAME ........................................... ADDRESS ................................................................................

T-shirts Please fill in how many you require, 1 per person. Collect at Registration desk on night.

Small Medium Large Ex Large

o I don’t want to enter as a Midnight Walker but I would love to volunteer on the night.

Please fill in your contact details above and we will be in touch about how you can help us.

o I am unable to attend but please accept the enclosed donation of £................... made payable to Isabel Hospice.

o I am a UK taxpayer and would like my donation of £...................... and all future donations to be treated as Gift Aid.

o I would not like to receive information about Isabel Hospice. Isabel Hospice is registered under the Data Protection

Act 1988. Your details will not be disclosed to any third parties.

Signed: ............................................................................................................... Date: ........................................................

Please tell us about anything that you feel might be of interest when publicising the event/results. Please feel free to include a separate sheet.

ChequeI enclose a cheque for £ ............................ made payable to Isabel Hospice.

Credit / Debit CardI authorise payment of £ Card: VISA / MASTERCARD / SWITCH / MAESTRO

Card No.

Expiry Date: Security Code:

Signed: ................................................................................... Date: ............................................

Please return to: Fundraising, Isabel Hospice Head Office, 61 Bridge Road East, Welwyn Garden City, Herts AL7 1JR

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Corporate Care News

RMGRMG's Social Committee decided to change the way in which we raise money for charity. Rather than having a different charity each month, RMG wanted to choose a charity that is local to Hoddesdon, that supports our community, that has a special association or meaning to many of our staff and one which we could provide continued support for each year.

From talking to staff members and from my own personal experience of the care provided to my father-in-law , some 14 years ago and more recently, the care and support offered to Jo Castley, my daughter's much loved PE Teacher and Netball Coach at Goffs School, the name of Isabel Hospice came up.

We made a visit to the impressive In-Patient Unit in Welwyn Garden City, and had a tour of the warehouse which supplies the Hospice shops. We saw for ourselves the wide range of help and support provided by Isabel Hospice our choice was an easy one to make. We feel that working together we can make a real difference.

www.rmgltd.org.uk

Grill 55Jamie & Yoli Christopoulos of Grill 55 in Bishop’s Stortford have become great Hospice supporters, hosting last year’s Corporate Come Dine evenings as well as The 3rd Thursday networking with heart monthly lunches.

Jamie said “Grill 55 is a family run business and because of our Mediterranean background we believe strongly in the family coming together to enjoy a meal in a very relaxed atmosphere. We support Isabel Hospice because we are all part of the same community, and like extended families feel it important to take care of each other”

www.grill55.co.uk

Heather Nesbitt PIWhen I heard about the work of the Hospice I was amazed to find that all the services are offered for free.

After I met the Hospice’s Corporate Relationship Manager I found out that I could support them by sponsoring lunches at their The 1st Thursday and The 3rd Thursday networking events. This is a great opportunity for me as a business owner to give back to our local community and in some small way help others who are in need. I also hope that it will encourage other business owners to step forward and do the same. So many people are affected by cancer and I have known people who have lost the fight against it.

I am delighted to be in the position to assist and we are coming up with new ways in which to raise more money for the charity over the coming months.

www.heathernesbittltd.co.uk

By reading the testimonials of companies who are currently helping Isabel Hospice you will see the wide variety of support we have from businesses large and small. If your business or company can help us in any way, please get in touch by contacting our Corporate Relationship Manager.

A team of dedicated cyclists are taking part in an extreme challenge next month. They will cycle from England through France, Belgium, Germany and Holland, covering around 500 miles. All the cyclists have funded themselves to take part in this epic event but would be delighted if you could sponsor their mammoth efforts. Just a few pence per mile would be fantastic.

1p per mile will raise £5, 2p per mile will raise £10.

www.justgiving.com/FiveCountriesinFiveDays

To donate by text, text ICC55 £5 to 70070Thank you to sponsors Bacchus Bar in Bishop's Stortford and supporters Sixt Car & Van Rentals.

C Y C L I S T S T A K E O N F I V E C O U N T R I E S I N F I V E D A Y S

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Julie North, Corporate Relationship Manager e: julie.north@isabelhospice.org.uk

t: 01707 382547

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Rob is 63 and was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) two years ago. He knows his condition is terminal and has found the strength of mind to make his End Of Life plans. Here’s how he got to that place…

When I was diagnosed with MND my consultant at the time put me in touch with a palliative care team more or less immediately” explained Rob from Welwyn Garden City. “I had a visit from an Isabel Hospice Clinical Nurse Specialist, and to be honest, I wasn’t in a good place to see her at the time. I had never had contact with a Hospice before, and the thought put the fear of God into me. To me it was a building where people go to die and this was still very early in my diagnosis.

When I saw the Hospice Nurse, she explained that they could do so much more for me than I imagined and so initially she arranged for the Hospice physio team to see me as I had some shoulder problems. Although I have a phobia of hospitals, and always have had (so much so, that when I drive past the QEII I have to look away), I went along to the Hospice’s In-Patient Unit to meet the team. That was quite a thing for me. However, as I was shown round the Unit, my fears began to diminish. The atmosphere of the place was so different to what I ever imagined.

The physiotherapy on my shoulder gave me great relief, and soon it was suggested I went along to Hall Grove to see what they did at the Hospice’s Day Care services.

Again I was quite reluctant. I thought "I know I’m old, but I’m not that old!" But I decided to go along on a Wednesday afternoon as I knew it would give my wife Sue a break from caring for me. I am on a ventilator most of the time to help me breath, including at night, but I don’t use it on Wednesday afternoon when I visit Day Care. It’s a way of having a bit more freedom. Now, I just love it at Hall Grove and wouldn’t want to not go! I go along to see my friends, I’ve spoken to the Hospice Benefits Advisor, and even managed to find a good barber through word of mouth! I’m amazed at the scope of the Hospice Service. The attitude isn’t all “there, there” and have a cup of tea, its practical help given by people who really care about each patient as an individual.

Looking towards my death, I have always been aware of my own mortality. I have never found it particularly hard to talk

about, and so when I was diagnosed with MND I was able to accept it, not deny my fate. I talked to my consultant and wanted to know exactly what to expect as my condition

progressed. I wanted to know in effect how I was going to die and know what my options for living my life

with MND would be.

My End of Life Plan means I have visited a funeral director and got that side of things sorted. I know I want my ‘do’ at the local golf club and have even chosen the sandwiches. All the household

bills have been transferred into Sue’s name to make things easier after my death. I know I don’t

want to go to Hospital or be resuscitated should I have a heart attack, but am happy to be admitted into

the Hospice. I have also stipulated what kind of medication I will accept if I fall ill. I have a red

folder at home with all the information in and stickers on the fridge to indicate to the

paramedics that I have my Message in A Bottle* in there. I have planned as much as I can

to make things for Sue that bit easier at what is going to be a terrible time for her.

My attitude towards my condition is that I may as well get on with it. I retired at 56 after years in the motor trade. Sue and I had some great times together and when I was initially diagnosed we went on a couple of cruises. I can’t travel now but I can either

accept it or fight it and become bitter. What’s the point in that? The Hospice is helping me

live my life as well as I can. I’ve never been one to cry over something that gets broken, so that’s my

attitude for the rest of my life however long that may be.

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When I saw the Hospice Nurse, she explained that they could do so much more for me than I

imagined.

My End of Life Plan means I have visited a funeral director

and got that side of things sorted.

I just love it at Hall Grove and

wouldn’t want to not go! I go along to see my friends.

I know I want my ‘do’ at the local

golf club and have even chosen the

sandwiches.

* Message in a Bottle holds the patient’s key information including their wishes for End Of Life Care and their medication. It is kept in the fridge as this is an easy place to access in times of emergency by medical professionals.

Come along to our information day "Everything you have been dying to ask"

16th May, 11am–4.30pm

Free Church, Welwyn Garden City AL8 6PS

www.dyingmatters.org

C Y C L I S T S T A K E O N F I V E C O U N T R I E S I N F I V E D A Y S

The working day of a Clinical Nurse Special ist

Throwing Caution to the Wind Lauren Ames, 25, is going to jump out of a plane in July to raise money for the Hospice. There are still places available if anyone fancies joining her!

Being scared of heights, Lauren is facing her fears because we cared for her grandad, Leslie Ames, who sadly died on 3rd March 2012.

Lauren said “My partner is a massive thrill seeker and loves anything like sky dives and bungee jumps. I, on the other hand, cannot think of anything worse! For his birthday recently, I bought him a sky dive in Las Vegas. He loved it. So I said that I would add it to my bucket list... thinking that with age would come bravery!!

My Grandad was diagnosed with terminal cancer 18 months ago, and stayed in the Hospice when we thought he was going to need a blood transfusion. They were fantastic and provided an immense amount of support to my Nan, who up until very recently was caring for him 100%. We are all heartbroken at his death.

I follow Isabel Hospice on Twitter and a tweet popped up asking for volunteers for a sky dive.... to which I responded... not really thinking about it! Then before

I know it I've got an application form and I'm sorting out a Just Giving page! The only thing keeping my mind off the jump is the fundraising! I'm trying to organise events to boost the funds and am spreading the word via my JustGiving page – http://www.justgiving.com/Lauren-Ames

or text NUTS86 to donate £5 to 70070

Everyone at the Hospice has been so supportive, sending me words of encouragement.

I can't believe I'm actually going to do it, but it's a great cause and it's better to do something and regret it, than to regret something you haven't done.”

If you would like to join Lauren, we still have a few places left for the skydive on 15th July. For more information call Lisa Seccombe, Director of Fundraising on 01707 382500.

To book your place or to find out more call Fundraising on 01707 382500.8

There is no such thing as a typical day for a CNS. Each day brings new challenges and successes but the general format is often the same with an underlying ethos being to provide holistic assessment and care to both the patient and their family.

I usually start the week at Head Office, checking emails and sorting out any issues that the CNS covering the weekend may have dealt with for my patients following calls to the 24 hour advice line (we work seven days a week on a rota system).

During this office based time I will also arrange visits for the rest of the week. I will contact patients to check that their symptoms are well controlled and any medication or interventions that we have instigated are working. This information is then inputted onto our patient record computer system, a skill I am gradually building up speed in doing! This record system ensures that any colleague can see what symptoms and issues I have been dealing with for a particular patient. As the Hospice service is so extensive this

means that I am able to make referrals to other parts of our service, be this our In-Patient Unit, Day Care services, Benefits Advisor, Family Support, Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapy Team.

Following my initial office work, visits are then made to patient’s own home. For a first-time visit a full assessment is made and I explain both my role and what the Hospice offers as a full service. The patient’s needs are assessed, including psychological, spiritual and symptom issues, which could include blue parking badge information and attendance allowance / disability living allowance if eligible are applied for.

The role of the CNS can be very demanding and challenging at times and usually involves working beyond normal working hours. People are sometimes surprised to hear that I enjoy my job because of the nature of the work but being able to support patients and their families at a time of change and uncertainty is very satisfying.

My name is Ann Blackman and I am one of the Hospice’s Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS). I work within the Community Nursing Team alongside 11 other CNSs and our role is varied and demanding, but ultimately extremely satisfying. Broadly speaking, each CNS covers a specific geographical area. My work involves supporting Isabel Hospice patients who are registered with Hatfield and North Mymms GP surgeries. I liaise with GPs, District Nurses and other medical professionals on a daily basis. There are now no Macmillan funded community nurses in eastern Herts. If a patient in our catchment area has been visited at home, this will have been an Isabel Hospice Nurse, Marie Curie or District Nurse, depending on the type of care received.

BARK IN THE PARK

Sahara Desert Trek& Hospice Project Challenge, 7th–14th October 2012

We are looking for adventurers to join us on this once-in-a-lifetime trek across the sand dunes and lunar landscape of the Sahara desert. Camels will carry your luggage and you will be guided by Berber locals, sleeping under the stars under vast African skies. Part of the trip will include volunteering at a Hospice in Marrakesh. An amazing trip where you will really make a difference. Find out more by calling Fundraising on 01707 382500 or at www.isabelhospice.org.uk

To book your place or to find out more call Fundraising on 01707 382500.

Please sign me up for the ‘Bark in the Park’ sponsored dog walk.

Title: ........... First Name: ................................................. Surname: .......................................................

Address: ..........................................................................................................................................................

.............................................................................................................................................................................

Postcode: ................................. Email: ............................................................................................................

o I give Isabel Hospice permission to contact me by email.

Telephone: .................................................................. Mobile: .....................................................................

Entry fee: £6 per Adult and £4 per Child DOGS GO FREE

On the Day Entry Fee: £10 per Adult and £8 per Child DOGS GO FREE

Individual oTeam o There are Adults Children Dogs

Dog Show entry £5 per dog dogs

Team Name : ................................................ Dog Name: ..............................................................................

o I am unable to attend but please accept the enclosed donation of £................... made payable to Isabel Hospice.

o I am a UK taxpayer and would like my donation of £...................... and all future donations to be treated as Gift Aid.

o I would not like to receive information about Isabel Hospice. Isabel Hospice is registered under the Data Protection

Act 1988. Your details will not be disclosed to any third parties.

Signed: .............................................................................. Date: ...................................................................

Where did you hear about this event? oNewspaper oRadio oWebsite

oDirect Mailing oWord of mouth oOther _______________

o ChequeI enclose a cheque for £ ............................ made payable to Isabel Hospice.

o Credit / Debit Card – PLEASE PRINT CLEARLYI authorise payment of £ .............................. Card: VISA / MASTERCARD / SWITCH / MAESTRO

Card No.

Expiry Date: Security Code:

Signed: .............................................................................. Date: ...................................................................

Please return to: Fundraising, Isabel Hospice Head Office, 61 Bridge Road East, Welwyn Garden City, Herts AL7 1JR Tel: 01707 382500 Email: katie.robertson@isabelhospice.org.uk

DISCLAIMER: I understand that I enter this walk at my own risk and that the organisers and sponsors will not be held responsible for any accident, injury, loss or damage sustained, resulting from this event.

APPLICATION FORM

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WHERE

WHEN

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DOG SHOWEnter your dog in the Prettiest Female, Most Handsome Dog, or Perfect Pup Competition. £5 per dog.12.30 start time (after the walk).

If you are unable to attend but would like to

make a donation, text BARK12 £10 to 70070

Please write your team members names and addresses on a separate sheet and enclose with this application form.

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Make A Will Week

TRUST NEWSThanks to the Adult & Children's Workforce Development (PVI Partnerships), Health & Community Services, Hertfordshire County Council for providing funding for end of life non-cancer education and training over the last four years.

Thanks to this funding Isabel Hospice will now be able to provide specialist end of life care for those patients and families affected by a range of illnesses other than cancer. These include conditions such as Motor Neurone Disease, end stage heart and renal failure and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.

Thanks to Hertfordshire PVI Workforce Development Partnership, both professionals and volunteers have been able to use their new knowledge and skills to support people for whom there was previously no specialist end of life care available. We will continue to extend this learning in the future, both within the Hospice and externally.

A big thank you to those of you who supported our second Make A Will Week and to the following solicitors who gave their time so generously: Betteridges, Bernard Pearce & Co, Braddon & Snow Solicitors, Breeze & Wyles, Crane & Staples, Curwens, Duffield Harrison, Ewart Price, Garden House Solicitors, Gisby Harrison, HRJ Law, Lever & Co, MacLeish Littlestone Cowan, Male & Wagland, Reynolds Johns Partnership (now Pellys RJP), Stanley de Leon, Tees Solicitors, Whiskers LLP.

We will let you on how much was raised in our next issue of Care News.

Isabel Hospice SocietyThe Isabel Hospice Society is a group of people who have remembered Isabel Hospice in their Will and would like to keep in regular contact with us. Because they have done this, we know they are interested in our current and future work. Twice a year we write to them with news updates, and once a year we invite them to an informal gathering where they can meet some of our staff and hear about current events, for example, in June last year they were given a presentation on the plans for the QEII hospital site by our Chief Executive, Nigel Furlong

If you have remembered Isabel Hospice in your Will and would like to be kept updated on our work by joining the Isabel Hospice Society, simply call our Deputy Director of Fundraising, Charity Warnes, on 01707 382544

Give to charity and reduce your Inheritance Tax Bill– your questions answered

We may think that it is only the very wealthy or philanthropic who give to charity in their Wills. The Government is keen to encourage charitable giving by Will. In the 2011 budget a reduced rate of Inheritance Tax was introduced and this has now come into effect. So that if you leave 10% or more of your estate to charity the rate of Inheritance Tax applied to your estate is reduced from 40% to 36%. This is becoming ever more attractive when taken into consideration that the Inheritance Tax threshold has remained at £325,000 since 6th April 2009.

The aim is that by reducing the tax rate, charities and your beneficiaries will benefit at the expense of HMRC. If we assume an estate of £500,000 with no gift to charity, the first £325,000 of the estate will be tax free and the balance of £175,000 will be taxed at 40%, giving rise to £70,000 Inheritance Tax bill.

However if 10% of the chargeable estate i.e. £17,500 is left to charity then the estate after the charitable gift amounts to £482,500, of which £325,000 is tax free and the balance of £157,500 will be taxed at 36% giving rise to a tax liability of £56,700, the beneficiary of the estate will receive £425,800, the charity £17,500 and HMRC £56,700.

If the Will had not included the charitable gift then Inheritance Tax would have been £70,000 and the beneficiary would have received £430,000. So under the new rules the beneficiary receives £4,200 less and HMRC receive £13,300 less and the charity receives £17,500.

This approach is welcome and should increase charitable donations at the upper end. In some cases if a Will already includes a gift to charity then under the new rules this charitable gift can be increased to 10% of the chargeable estate with no resulting loss to the beneficiaries who will receive the same amount, as HMRC bear the difference in a loss of tax received. It is hoped that such a measure will lead to a situation where charitable gifts at all levels in a Will are considered the norm. So however large or small your estate may be, please do consider whether there is room to include a gift to charity, especially the Isabel Hospice, in your Will.

We at Tees Solicitors are waiting to talk to you about your Will and we offer a 10% discount on our fees to supporters of the Isabel Hospice.

Cathy Izzard, Partner

Paradise Wildlife Park have named a newborn baby Meerkat Isabel, in celebration of our 30th Anniversary this year. Head keeper Yianna Cooling said “Meerkats have risen massively in popularity in recent years. We were delighted to name one of the new arrivals, Isabel, as we thought it was a great way to help our local Hospice celebrate their 30th Anniversary. The public are always keen to see the meerkats in real life.

Isabel’s secrets summer FaIr –sunday 15th July

The garden at our HALL GROVE DAY CARE SERVICE is beautiful! It will be open to the public to welcome local people including children to come and see for themselves. There will be stalls to browse, refreshments and taster complementary therapies. Keep an eye on our website for updates www.isabelhospice.org.uk

The Rotary Club of HertfordInvite you to a Gala Dinner

To CelebrateThe 30th Anniversary of Isabel Hospice

atThe Tythe Barn

Tewin Bury Farm, Welwyn, Herts AL6 0JB

on

Tuesday 29th May 2012

FeaturingThe Divertimento Quartet & The Kings of Herts Chorus

7.00pm for 7.30pm Tickets £40

All enquiries to Jill Geall 01992 583365 Carriages 11.00pm

Rotary Registered Charity No. 262639 Isabel Hospice Registered Charity No. 1046826

This brilliant music event, organised by Rowan Patel, has become an annual favourite. Held at the Goat Inn in Codicote, the two day fundraiser showcases loads of bands and raises funds for the Hospice. Entry is only £3 per day or £5 for both days, and the music starts at 3pm til midnight.

Volunteers needed: We are looking for help at this event, taking money on the gate and stewarding. If you could spare a few hours we would love to hear from you! Food will be available and you can stay for the whole day/evening for free in exchange for volunteering for a few hours call Cheryl Cusack on 01707 382500 to help.

Goatfest – WE NEED YOU

VISIT THE

MEERK ATS to raise funds for the Hospice

Our 'Meet the Meerkats' is by far the most popular experience. When people arrive, they

are always so surprised at how small meerkats are in real life. Especially the babies!”

If you would like to book a Meerkat experience to see baby Isabel, you can

do so by ringing 01992 470490 and ensure you mention it is baby Isabel you want to see. Paradise Wildlife Park will donate £20 to the Hospice for every booking made to see Isabel with the Meet The Meerkats experience, and will also donate £20 from every Silver or Gold adoption of

Isabel made!”

“Isabel and her sister Daisy are developing very quickly and have started

to eat solid food. They are already practising

August Bank Holiday Fun 25th & 26th August

*Terms & Conditions. One promotional code pergroup of up to 6 people. Cannot be used inconjunction with any other offer. Valid until 31stDecember 2012. SIGNPOSTED FROMJUNCTION 25 OF M25

Paradise Wildlife Park, White Stubbs Lane, Broxbourne, Herts, EN10 7QA

To celebrate Isabel Hospice’s 30thAnniversary, with this voucher you canclaim 20% off admission tickets toParadise Wildlife Park for adult, childrenand senior citizen prices during 2012.

Please bring this voucher or enter thiscode PWP221 at pwpark.com to claim your discount.

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their ‘look out’ pose which is a little wobbly at the moment but they are definitely getting the hang of it!”

The two new meerkats are at Paradise Wildlife Park in Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, along with other recent new births at the park. For more information, please visit their website at www.pwpark.com.

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Volunteering

About 18 months ago, a request came from our nursing staff at the In-Patient Unit for some volunteers with a particular set of skills to help care for our patients.

Nurse Helpers – you make all the difference!

If you would like to find out more about volunteering at Isabel Hospice, give Jane Hollowday or Glynis Cracknell a ring on 01707 382500.

We are currently in need of drivers in the Bishops's Stortford area to take and bring home patients from our Day Care Service at the Barnabas Centre in Thorley. However, we have lots of opportunities throughout our many service areas in patient care, administration, in our shops and in fundraising. It’s a lovely way to make new friends and do something worthwhile for your local community. Full training is given.

We needed volunteers who had nursing or care background to assist and work alongside our nursing staff as a Nurse Helper.

Claire Gratton started volunteering in this role in February 2011, and explains how and why she gives up her time, once a week to do it.

“When I moved into the area I was no longer working, and I decided to do voluntary work for a local charity. A friend told me about Isabel Hospice and I signed up to their induction and training programme. My background is in gynecological and fertility nursing, but I have also done a bit of GP nursing, school nursing and taught PSHE in schools.

I was looking for volunteering that would take me back to my roots, and I absolutely love my time at the In-Patient Unit. As a Nurse Helper I work alongside the staff there, and there is a real team feeling and a great social aspect to my morning. I do complete basic nursing care: bed baths, feeding,

washing and personal care. It’s great to get back to basics. I have been a sister of a ward and had my career in the NHS but this is so satisfying.

One of the things I love about the Hospice is that there are no time limits on the care I give patients and their families. I can take all the time the patient needs to carry out the care. No one is looking over your shoulder looking at their watch as we are time rich as a volunteer at the Hospice.

Patients as they near the end of their life are quite often dealing with lots of emotional and psychological issues. They are closing things down in their mind, putting their affairs straight and need time to talk. I can be there for that, chat through worries and spend real quality time with them.

I have come from nursing where I specialised in the beginning of life, but I really love my time with the dying. It is a real privilege and I would thoroughly recommend it.

Claire Gratton

I was looking for volunteering that would take me back to my roots‘

I have come from nursing where I specialised in the beginning of life, but I really love my time with the dying.’‘

’One of the things I love about the Hospice is that there are no time limits on the care I give patients and their families. ’

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Are you already a member of our weekly Lottery? If the answer is no, for as little as £1 per week you could win £1,000 or one of our other 27 cash prizes. By doing so, you will be helping us to continue to care for our patients.

To join today, fill in the application form opposite.

Other ways you could help:

• As an existing member, why not take an additional chance, doubling your support for Isabel Hospice and also doubling your chance of winning £1000.

• If you currently pay by cheque or credit card, you could change your payment method to standing order. This will help us keep our administration costs down.

• Alternatively, provide us with your email address and we can send you your reminders electronically. With the increase in postage costs from April, this would help save money.

• Introduce a friend to our Lottery.

• We are currently on the look out for volunteers to help promote our Lottery e.g. selling and promoting the Lottery in our shops and at events. If you would like to give Lottery volunteering a go, give us a call.

Please contact our Lottery Manager, Lisa Archer on 01707 382500.

BANK USE PAYMENT REF.

Lottery application formPlease use capitals and delete as appropriate.

Name Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms

Address

Postcode

Tel

Each chancE costs £1 pEr wEEk

cheque / p.o. (made payable to Isabel hospice Lottery)

I wish to buy ______ chance/s each week for ______ weeks

and remit £__________________

crEdIt card

I wish to buy ______ chance/s each week for ______ weeks

and authorise payment of £__________________

Card Number

Card: VISA / MASTERCARD Start Date

Security Code Expiry Date

Signed

standIng ordEr FormQuarterly £13 x ______ weekly chance(s) = £ ______Half yearly £26 x ______ weekly chance(s) = £ ______Annual £52 x ______ weekly chance(s) = £ ______

To Bank Plc

Branch Address

Account No. Sort CodePlease debit the account and credit:Isabel Hospice Trading Ltd, Co-operative Bank,4th Floor, 9 Prescot Street, London E1 8BEAccount No. 68111135 Sort Code: 08-02-28

First payment £_______ asap and thereafter the same amount *quarterly / half yearly / annually until further notice.

Name of Account holder:

SignedpLEasE do not sEnd to YoUr Bank

I would not like to receive information about Isabel Hospice.Isabel Hospice is registered under the Data Protection Act 1988.Your Details will not be disclosed to any third party.

please return to Isabel hospice Lottery office61 Bridge road East, welwyn garden city, herts aL7 1Jr

If you have any queries please telephone 01707 382500.

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Nurse Helpers – you make all the difference!

SHOP NEWSStaff and volunteers at the Ware shop celebrated its 15th Birthday in February and then had a facelift in March!

Following a flood that damaged the premises, the shop has been redecorated and opened with a first floor dedicated to books. Pop along and have a look, and maybe make a donation! Don't forget to Gift Aid it. See page 2.

This competition closes on the 10th June. Go to www.isabelhospice.org.uk for further details.

WIN £1,000 GUARANTEED EVERY WEEK

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Roy Powell (74) from Bishop’s Stortford has been diagnosed with lung cancer and has had two heart attacks. ‘I was on holiday in Butlins and the family had gone to watch the wrestling but I wasn’t that bothered so I stayed in the chalet. I didn’t feel well and the next thing I knew, I woke up in hospital having had a heart attack. Whilst they were treating that, they found a shadow on my lung, and I was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. Since then, I have had another heart attack and am being cared for by the Hospice Services.

I would give the Hospice the world if I could

This isn’t the life I thought I was going to have, it is a second kind of life but it’s a good one, now I have Shirley by my side. I met her when I was 13 when I played football with her brother back in my home town of Wrexham. She was in a children’s home and as we got older we lost touch. We both married other people, and life moved on. By the time I lost my second wife to cancer (she too was cared for by a hospice), I had worked at lots of jobs. I had spent four years in the RAF which was brilliant; I had also worked on the beer wagons, in a launderette and had been a taxi driver. Whilst working in a tyre factory I had an accident, and wasn’t able to drive any more. One day I was sitting having a coffee in a café in

Wrexham meat market when an old friend walked by. We chatted and she told me she was in touch with Shirley, whose husband had died from cancer, so she was single again.

I came to visit Shirley in Bishop’s Stortford for a week’s holiday, and never went back to Wrexham. I have been with Shirley for 7 years and got married 5 years ago. My time in the RAF and now are the best years of my life.

The care I have had from the Hospice and the Princess Alexandra Hospital Stroke Unit have been marvelous. I have talked with Sharon Watkins, my Isabel Hospice nurse who visits me at home, and decided if I have another heart attack I don’t want to be resuscitated. I have a plaque on the front door so the ambulance crews know that, and a ‘message in a bottle’ in the fridge which says the same thing. Sharon visits whenever I need help with controlling my symptoms, she chats to me and has arranged for me to visit the Day Hospice at the Barnabas Centre in Thorley where I have had reflexology which was wonderful. I get picked up from home by a Hospice volunteer, Malcolm, and driven there and back. That gives Shirley a bit of a break from me!

I get a bit panicky when Shirley goes out, so another Hospice volunteer, Steve, comes and sits with me and we chat and

have a cup of tea. He took me back to the Stroke Unit at the hospital too, so I could give the nurses a tin of biscuits for looking after me recently.

I know it sounds corny, but if I could, I would give everyone who has looked after me the world.

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When you sign up for this popular fundraiser, you will be taking part in a Sunday morning walk with a pub lunch. There are 17 simultaneous walks to choose from across eastern Hertfordshire, ranging from 5 to 20 miles in distance.

All are circular, with a stop for lunch at a local pub, led by an experienced leader. To find out more, call Maria Alexander on 01707 382500.

This isn’t the life I thought I was going to have, it is a second kind of life but it’s a good one, now I have Shirley by my side.

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’I get a bit panicky when Shirley goes out, so another Hospice volunteer, Steve, comes and sits with me and we chat and have a cup of tea.

16TH SEPTEMBER

Getting to know YOUName: Andrea TettPosition within the Hospice: Bereavement Co-ordinator

Joined Isabel Hospice: June 2005

Last book read: Stephen Fry’s autobiography – I would love to have dinner with him

Happiest when: Relaxing on a foreign beach. I fell in love with the Greek islands when I first visited them in 1978.

Favourite Food: Italian

Most memorable day: My graduation as a mature student

What is the proudest achievement of your working life: being alongside clients as they emerge from the grief process, and are more able to cope

Favourite ever film: Jungle Book

What would be your desert island luxury? An iPod filled with contemporary, classical and 70s/80s music

Sweet or Savoury: Sweet

If you weren’t in your present job, what would you like to have been? A dancer

What are your hobbies? Aerobics, pilates, zumba, used to be playing netball and badminton but a dodgy knee now sadly put paid to that. Listening to music and laughing with my daughter and my friends.

Forthcoming Events For further information on any of the events listed below, log on to www.isabelhospice.org.uk or call Fundraising on 01707 382500

MayMay, June and JulyWe are very grateful to Vanessa Briggs who is offering Craniosacral Therapy Taster Sessions. The charge is £10 for a 20 minute session and £5 will be donated to the Hospice. Please call Vanessa on 01920 485379 to book at the Hale Physio Clinic. www.halephysio.co.uk. To find out more about the therapy you can find Vanessa Briggs on You Tube.

13th May 14:00-17:00 Open Garden Teas & Stalls The gardens of Great Munden House, Nr Ware SG11 1HU will be open.

17th May 12:30 The 3rd Thursday Networking Lunch at Grill55 in Bishop’s Stortford. For info, go to www.the3rdthursday.com

20th May 09:30 On Your Bike Sponsored Bike Ride Starting at the Bishop’s Stortford Rugby Club. See page 3.

22nd May Spring Charity Golf DayJoin Isabel Hospice at Brickendon Grange Golf Club, Brickendon Green, Hertford SG13 8PD. This is a Four Ball Better Ball competition with a Shot Gun start. Call fundraising on 01707 382500 for details.

27th May 14:00-17:00 Open Gardens at Jenningsbury, Hertford Heath, Herts SG13 7NS (NGS). Proceeds from the teas will go to Isabel Hospice. For details contact Renee Friend 01279 755320.

29th May 30th Anniversary Gala Dinner Organised by The Rotary Club of Hertford. See page 11.

June2nd June 14:30 Jumble Sale at Thundridge Village Hall. 20p entry. Come and grab some bargains. Information: 01920 462992

3rd June 14:00 Open Gardens (NGS) Mackeyre End House, Harpenden, Herts AL5 5DR. The proceeds from the teas will go to Isabel Hospice. For details contact Renee Friend 01279 755320.

7th June 12:30The 1st Thursday Networking Lunch at Lussmanns in Hertford. For info, go to www.the1stthursday.com

9th June Fun Day for past and current Isabel Hospice families. Children and family members who are past or current users of the Hospice's services are welcome to attend this Fun Day. There will be games, a bouncy castle, crafts; a disco; face painting and a BBQ. Held at Cuffley Youth and Community Centre, Station Road, Cuffley. Please contact Judith Sharp if you would like to attend on 01707 382500.

9th June 19:30 Charity Disco Night in aid of Isabel Hospice. To be held at Cheshunt Club, Albury Ride, Cheshunt EN8 8XG. Tickets cost £15. For more information contact Angela Peacock on 07761 374161.

10th June Village Walk in Furneaux Pelham The walk starts at 10.30am at The Brewery Tap in Furneaux Pelham. There will be a Hog Roast available to purchase afterwards in the pub garden. If you would like more information and a sponsor form please contact Mary Gethin on 01279 777610

12th June 10:30 Coffee morning at Markwell Pavillion, Bishop’s Stortford. All welcome.

16th June Garden Party to be held in aid of Isabel Hospice. Wing Cottage, 48 Queen Street, Southminster, Essex CM0 7BB. Afternoon tea, raffle, tombola.

16th June 18:30 Quiz Night & Fish & Chip Supper in aid of Isabel Hospice and The Rosie Hospital Campaign. Puckeridge & Standon Community Centre, Station Road, Puckeridge SG11 1TF. Tickets £10 and include fish & chip supper. Teams of 8, we will mix & match you into a team if you don't have one! Cash bar on the night. For tickets call Kimberley 07843 574803 or Sue 07976 150408.

21st June 12:30 The 3rd Thursday Networking Lunch at Grill55 in Bishop’s Stortford. For info, go to www.the3rdthursday.com

23rd June Midnight Walk starting at Fanshawe Pool & Gym. See page 5.

24th June 14:00 Open Gardens (NGS) The gardens of The Rookery, Benington Park SG2 7BU. The proceeds from the teas will go to Isabel Hospice. For details contact Renee Friend 01279 755320.

July5th July 12:30 The 1st Thursday networking lunch at Lussmanns in Hertford. For info, go to www.the1stthursday.com

10th July 10:30 Coffee Morning Markwell Pavillion, Bishop’s Stortford. All welcome.

11th July 20:00Talk on the Olympic Games by Stuart Storey. £5 per ticket. Held at the Roebuck Hotel in Ware. 01920 467194.

15th July

Isabel’s Secrets – Summer Fair. See page 11.

Tandem Skydive. See page 8.

14:00 – Open Gardens (NGS) The gardens of Dassels Bury, Dassels, Nr Braughing, Herts SG11 2RW. The proceeds from the teas will go to Isabel Hospice. For details contact Renee Friend 01279 755320.

19th July 12:30The 3rd Thursday Networking Lunch at Grill55 in Bishop’s Stortford. For info, go to. www.the3rdthursday.com

21st July 14:30 Jumble Sale at Thundridge Village Hall. 20p entry. Come and grab some bargains. Information: 01920 462992.

A Summer Celebration - A Supper Dance with Opus One in aid of Isabel Hospice and Help for Heroes. Tickets cost £25. To be held at Wodson Park, Ware SG12 0UQ. Contact Shirley Storey on 01920 467194.

August2nd August 12:30 The 1stThursday Networking Lunch at Lussmanns in Hertford. For info, go to www.the1stthursday.com

9th August 10:30 Bark in The Park. See page 9.

14th August 10:30 Coffee Morning at Markwell Pavillion, Bishop’s Stortford. All welcome.

16th August 12:30 The 3rd Thursday Networking Lunch at Grill55 in Bishop’s Stortford. For info, go to www.the3rdthursday.com

18th August Great Country Show Coopers of Stortford are once again putting on this Great Country Show afternoon, starting at midday. www.isabelhospice.org.uk for more details.

23rd August Ladies Golf Day – 30th Anniversary This will be the 16th year of the event, run at different courses, this year held at the prestigious Brocket Hall Golf Club (Welwyn, Herts AL8 7XG) It's a 4 BALL BETTERBALL STABLEFORD. Played on the Melbourne Course. £130 per pair (includes refreshment on arrival, green fee, summer buffet lunch and hospice donation. Limited to 100 Players. Handicap Max. 36. For more information contact: Jan Leggetter 01438 716079 or download an application form at www.isabelhospice.org.uk

25th August

Goatfest. See page 11.

Peartree Fun Day 11:00–16:00. Woodhall Community Centre, Mill Green Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 3XD. Free entry, fun fair, soak the plod, bring & buy, plus more. Organised by the Peartree Safer Neighbourhood Team. 01707 638012.

September6th September 12:30 The 1st Thursday Networking Lunch at Lussmanns in Hertford. For info, go to www.the1stthursday.com

11th September 19:30 Our Annual Meeting is once again being kindly hosted by Van Hage, Great Amwell. All are welcome to attend to hear about our past year and our plans for the future. The Grand Draw will be made during the evening, with a £3,000 prize.

16th September 10:00Chain Walk. See page 14.

October 25th October 08:00–18:30Charity Golf Day in aid of Isabel Hospice's 30th Anniversary. Entry fee £500 for a fourball. Includes coffee and bacon baguettes on arrival. Shotgun start with a Team Stableford Competition followed by a meal, prize giving and auction. To book your place or for more information call Julie North on 01707 382500.

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We would like to thank everyone who has sent a donation to Isabel Hospice. If you would like a receipt or an acknowledgement, please remember to let us have your name and address. Thank you.“

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There are so many people and businesses that help the Hospice throughout the year; we are grateful to each and every one. Here is a snapshot of some fundraising events that have taken place since the last issue of Care News that we hope will inspire you. We would like to thank everyone that has helped us.Lisa Seccombe, Director of Fundraising & Public Relations

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You Made it Happen

THE CIVIC DINNER hosted by the Mayor of Bishop's Stortford, Cllr Allen Burlton at The Rhodes Arts Centre was a great success, raising £5,000 for the Hospice. Thank you to all involved including the Jacqui Ison School of Dancing. Thanks also to the Chairman of East Herts Discrict Council, Suzanne Rutland-Barsby for supporting Isabel Hospice at this year's Civic Dinner held at Haileybury College.

LESSITERS chocolate factory in Woolmer Green came up trumps by supplying not one, but two giant 10kg Easter Eggs as raffle prizes, after the first egg donated melted in the heat. Reg Pyne from Welwyn Garden City won the undamaged egg and his grandaugher Maria (age 9) held a chocolate eating party!

THANK YOU to Vera Robinson who is still volunteering at the Place House Coffee mornings in Ware, age 90!

What fantastic support we have in the community!

THE MIDNIGHT SWIM went with a splash as hundreds of people took part in the simultaneous event held at both Hatfield Swim Centre and Haileybury College pool. We hope to raise £10,000 from the night. Thanks to everyone involved including the Scribblers Team who raised £3,279!

THANKS to Pat Crilly for holding a charity folk night at The Friends Meeting House in Hertford. A great night was had by all, and it raised £450.

HATS off to Greg Bowie who ran twelve races in twelve months for the Hospice, raising £424.84 in the process.

SPIDER MAN and actress Gillian Taylforth took time out of their busy schedules to wash cars in Ware at the Lellers charity car wash to raise money in memory of company director Pauline Pope. An amazing £1,305.80 was raised.

Ann Collins, one of our Trustees is doing an amazing 186 mile walk starting 12th May as she walks the 186 mile Pembrokeshire Coastal Path. If you wish to support Ann, please have a look at her Just Giving page www.justgiving.com/hospice-30thanniversarywalk

THANKS to all the firefighters and their friends and families at Cheshunt station for running a quiz night in January and raising £600.

THANK YOU to Colin Harrington and The Crown pub in Buntingford for their donation of over £7,000 made to the Hospice in memory of Cherry Harrington.

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G-JIVE hold charity inspired modern jive freestyle dance events. The April dance, held at Wodson Park in Ware, raised an amazing £1,200 for the Hospice. Thanks to Grainne and Cliff as well as all the dancers.

THE SARATHON FITNESS DAY, held in Potters Bar in January, raised £1,493.52. Thanks!

THANK YOU to all the gardeners who did a big spring clear up at Hall Grove. They always make the garden look tip top! Why not see for yourselves at our open day on 15th July? See page 11 for details.

THE JAzz NIGHT held at Haileybury School in January raised over £7,000. Thank you to all the staff and pupils, as well as the wonderfully appreciative audience.

A WEEK OF FUNDRAISING led to a cheque presentation of £818.19 from the girls of Benson House, Bishop’s Stortford College.

The girls took part in a sponsored swim and walk in February. They swam through their lunch time and undertook a sponsored three legged walk with some girls doing a circuit six legged in their onesies!

A WONDERFUL 30th anniversary lunch was held at The Old Palace, Hatfield House by kind permission of Lady Salisbury, where the work of the Hospice over the years was celebrated with staff, volunteers, supporters, patrons, trustees past and present and patient family members.

Charlotte Walford (16) from Chancellors School, Brookmans Park, helped by two friends, hosted a dinner party for eight, raising £200 in the process. Charlotte donated the money to the Hospice in memory of her grandad. Charlotte hopes to have a career in catering, so good luck and thanks for her altruistic actions!

THANK YOU to Mr & Mrs Graham Lale from The Foresters Charity Stewards UK Trust for their generous donation of £200.

THANK YOU to St Josephs Catholic Primary School for the donation they made following a sponsored bounce in memory of Igor Bogdanowicz’s dad (year 2, left of photo).

THANK YOU to Hatfield Rotary and all the volunteers who are cleaning the Olympic Village to raise funds for Isabel Hospice.

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Are you harbouring any publicity or fundraising items from lsabel Hospice like long plastic banners, pull up advertising banners or yellow collection cans, buckets or hi viz waistcoats in the back of the cupboard or in your car boot or shed? Maybe you packed it away after you did an event for us and forgot about them? If you have anything like that, we would like it back so we can save money by not having to buy more. Drop it in to your nearest Isabel hospice charity shop. No questions asked! Thank you!

Thank you to all our marathon runners, both London Marathon and other events around the world! We had 16 London Marathon runners this year, including Paul Winspear, editor of the Herts & Essex Observer, and veteran runners Eleanor and Dennis Draper who have each run 22 London marathons. Amazingly Dennis had a hip replacement only a few months ago. The ballot for the 2013 London Marathon opened on 30 April. Did you get a place? If so, please consider running for us.

Also we still have places in Run To The Beat on 28th October (note the date change) and The Great North Run. If you would like to run in aid of the Hospice, give Maria Alexander a ring on 01707 382500 or fill in the expression of interest form on page 19.

We forgive you!

Running Round up

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Isabel Hospice 30th Anniversary

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THE DICKENSCHRISTMAS BALL

“O-Yea! “O-Yea!Save the date

8th December 2012 to celebrateThe 30th Anniversary of Isabel Hospice

In the grounds of Capel Manor,Enfield”

“Like Oliver you’ll ask for moreof our Dickens Night to remember.

So come fill your plateand keep this date

The 8th day of December”

The Dickens Christmas BallOrganised by Isabel Hospice Special Events Committee

Please contact: Barbara Doherty 01279 842140barbara.doherty@tiscali.co.uk

THE DICKENSCHRISTMAS BALL8th December 2012

Registered Charity Number: 1046826

"We were all so excited when they stayed to hear us sing most of our repertoire! Kim cried with emotion when we sang some of the songs (no, not because we were so awful, I hope!). They commented that they loved the way we sang and moved, and we all looked so happy. Hal is an accomplished singer, and he sang to us in our own acappella style. We all listened in awe at his amazing voice. Kim spoke about the show she had been performing in during December, with such famous groups as Status Quo and Roy Wood/Wizzard. Kim and Hal posed with us for photos, and chatted before they left. They are such a lovely couple, and we feel so honoured that they came to see us." JUNE WRIGHT PRO – WELWYN HARMONY CHORUS

Welwyn Harmony Chorus put on a Variety Show to raise money for Isabel Hospice. They were delighted to learn that Kim Wilde, a Hospice patron and her partner, Hal Fowler wanted to know more about them.

Save the Date

Photo courtesy of Herts & Essex Observer

GRand dRaw prize risen to £3,000!

ih Isabel HospiceLocal Care for Local People since 1982

Isabel HospiceGRAND DRAW

£1 per ticket or £10 per book

Please buy or sell our Grand

Draw tickets to help us raise

funds to provide care for our

patients and support their

families.

First Prize

£3,000

Second Prize

£300Third Prize

£30

To celebrate our 30th Anniversary, this year’s top prize has gone up to £3,000. Please help us raise funds by selling the tickets enclosed in this issue of Care News to family and friends, or maybe treat yourself to a book for £10 to be in with a chance of winning! If you would like more tickets, contact fundraising on 01707 382500 or tick the box above.

OLD AND NEW, THERE’S AN EVENT FOR YOU!There are a number of exciting fundraising events taking place in 2012. To register your interest, fill in the application form and return it to us. Make your selection from the range of events below. Tear out this page and return it to us, indicating which events you are interested in, or visit www.isabelhospice.org.uk for more information.

Full name: ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Address including postcode: .......................................................................................................................................................................................

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Contact telephone No: .................................................................................................................................................................................................

Email: ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Return to: Fundraising, Isabel Hospice, 61 Bridge Road East, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1JR.

Isabel Hospice is registered under the Data Protection Act 1988. Your details will not be disclosed to any third party.

Hold a tea or coffee party to raise money for us throughout the summer.

Tick the box if you would like a fundraising pack.

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Helping to provide care with each cup you share

Tandem Skydive – July 15th

We still have a few places left! Strapped to your instructor, you will control the freefall element of your skydive, opening your parachute at 5,000 feet, ready for a soft landing.

Tick the box for more information

Ladies 30th Anniversary Golf Day – 23rd August

Held this year at the prestigious Brocket Hall Golf Club, this golf day is in its 16th year. It's a 4 ball betterball stableford, played on the Melbourne course.

Tick the box for more information

Annual Meeting – 11th September 7.30pm

Kindly hosted by Van Hage Garden Centre in Great Amwell, this evening is a great way to share in our review of the past year, and our future plans. All welcome.

Tick the box if you intend to come as it would help with our catering requirements or ring Sue Warren on 01707 382542.

Chain Walk – 16th September

Please see page 14 for details. See our website for walk routes. www.isabelhospice.org.uk

Tick box if you are interested in taking part and would like more information

Run to the Beat – 28th October

Note the date change for this great run. We have 8 places available. £45 deposit min sponsorship £300.

Tick the box if you are interested.

Dickensian Ball – 8th December

See page 18 for details of this 30th Anniversary Ball.

Tick the box for a ticket application and more information

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Photo courtesy of Herts & Essex Observer

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WAYS TO HELPWays you can HELP

• By making a donation, or regular donations, to Isabel Hospice (if appropriate a Gift Aid donation. This enables us to benefit by an extra 25% at no extra cost to you).

• By making a gift in your Will to ensure our service will be here for future generations.

• By offering a few hours of your time each week or a few times a year. We can utilise your skills, whatever they are.

• By joining our Lottery.

• By donating goods to our shops.

Please call Lisa Seccombe for a chat if you would like to become involved in any way on 01707 382500.

YOUR CONTACT DETAILSIf you would like to change your contact

details, please amend and return the pre-printed address sheet that was at the

front of this issue of Care News.

Isabel Hospice Contact detailsISABEL HOSPICE – HEAD OFFICE61 Bridge Road East, Welwyn Garden City, Herts. AL7 1JR Tel: 01707 382500 Fax: 01707 382598

IN-PATIENT UNITHowlands, Welwyn Garden City, Herts. AL7 4HQ Tel: 01707 382560

DAY SERVICES Hall Grove, Welwyn Garden City, Herts. AL7 4PH Tel: 01707 382500 Satellite Day Hospice facilities at Thorley, Hoddesdon & Waltham Cross.

ISABEL HOSPICE TRADING LTD 61 Bridge Road East, Welwyn Garden City, Herts. AL7 1JR Tel: 01707 382500

CHARITY SHOPS Bishop’s Stortford, Buntingford, Cheshunt, Cuffley, Hatfield, Hatfield galleria, Hertford, Hoddesdon, Waltham Cross, Ware, Welwyn Garden City.

SENIOR MANAGEMENT TEAM Chief Executive – Nigel FurlongHospice Director and Deputy Chief Executive – Helen Dodd Director of Fundraising and Public Relations – Lisa SeccombeDirector of Trading – Matt Seccombe Medical Director – Consultant in Palliative Care – Dr Dee TraueHead of Human Resources – Sue BalcombeDeputy Hospice Director – Pauline Willson

Website: www.isabelhospice.org.uk Registered Charity No. 1046826

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A regular giftPlease enter your full name and HOME* address

Title: Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms/Other (circle relevant title)

First Name: ...................................................................................................................................................................

Surname: ......................................................................................................................................................................

Address: ........................................................................................................................................................................

.......................................................................... Post code: .........................................................................................

Telephone: ....................................................................................................................................................................

Mobile: ..........................................................................................................................................................................

E-mail: ...........................................................................................................................................................................

If you would like us to contact you via email please tick hereq*By entering your HOME address you enable us to claim Gift Aid, we CANNOT claim Gift Aid with any other address.

Every day of every week of the year, Isabel Hospice provides specialist care for patients and their families living with cancer and other illnesses.

STANDING ORDER FORMPlease cut out and return to: Fundraising, Isabel Hospice, 61 Bridge Road East, Welwyn Garden City, Herts AL7 1JR

Please pay Isabel Hospice £................................ monthly / quarterly / yearly

until further notice and debit my Account No: ................................................

Bank sort code: _ _ / _ _ / _ _

Starting on**: DD / MM / YY **(please allow one month from today)

To the manager (bank name and address): .......................................................

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............................................................................ Post code: .....................................

Signed: ........................................................................................................................

Date: ............................................................................................................................

Recipient Bank Details: Pay Co-operative Bank (08-02-28) for the credit of Isabel Hospice Account No. 65424870

GIFT AID DECLARATIONI would like Isabel Hospice to treat all donations that I make from the date of this declaration until I notify you otherwise as Gift Aid donations. I pay tax on earned or unearned income and will have paid sufficient tax to cover the tax reclaimable on my donation(s) to Isabel Hospice.

Signed: .....................................................................................................................................

Date: .........................................................................................................................................

(to find out more about Gift Aid go to our website www.isabelhospice.org.uk)

To the bank: If this standing order is rejected, please return it to Isabel Hospice, 61 Bridge Road East, Welwyn Garden City, Herts AL7 1JR.

o I would like to receive information about Isabel Hospice.

Isabel Hospice is registered under the Data Protection Act 1988. Your details will not be disclosed to any third party.

Regular Giving is precious to us

A Regular Gift

To provide this service annually costs £4.5 million. Of this £3 million must be raised from charitable sources. To achieve this we rely heavily on the generosity of our supporters.

By making a regular donation you can help us to be there for more people who need our care and support. This also means we can plan for the future with greater confidence. Ensuring the security of the Hospice means we will be there for future generations.

Your Regular Gift will enable us to continue to help those living with cancer and other life-limiting illnesses.

‘Thank you’

STANDING ORDER FORMPlease cut out and return to: Fundraising, Isabel Hospice, 61 Bridge Road East, Welwyn Garden City, Herts AL7 1JR

Please pay Isabel Hospice £................................ monthly / quarterly / yearly

until further notice and debit my Account No: ................................................

Bank sort code: _ _ / _ _ / _ _

Starting on**: DD / MM / YY **(please allow one month from today)

To the manager (bank name and address): .......................................................

.......................................................................................................................................

............................................................................ Post code: .....................................

Signed: ........................................................................................................................

Date: ............................................................................................................................

Recipient Bank Details: Pay Co-operative Bank (08-02-28) for the credit of Isabel Hospice Account No. 65424870

GIFT AID DECLARATIONI would like Isabel Hospice to treat all donations that I make from the date of this declaration until I notify you otherwise as Gift Aid donations. I pay tax on earned or unearned income and will have paid sufficient tax to cover the tax reclaimable on my donation(s) to Isabel Hospice.

Signed: .....................................................................................................................................

Date: .........................................................................................................................................

(to find out more about Gift Aid go to our website www.isabelhospice.org.uk)

To the bank: If this standing order is rejected, please return it to Isabel Hospice, 61 Bridge Road East, Welwyn Garden City, Herts AL7 1JR.

o I would like to receive information about Isabel Hospice.

Isabel Hospice is registered under the Data Protection Act 1988. Your details will not be disclosed to any third party.