Ayrshire Hospice supported by Will power
Thank you to all our super supporting solicitors and their kind clients who took part in 2024’s Make a Will Fortnight - together, you raised an incredible £26,263.25 for the Ayrshire Hospice! A Will is one of the most important documents you can make, and it’s important to keep them updated. The Fortnight enables you to write or change your Will for cheaper than the current market rate, in exchange for a donation to the Hospice. Our amazing supporting solicitors donate their fee during the campaign, allowing you to make your Will while making a difference to patients and families who need our care and support.
Sea,Tea and Me
At the Ayrshire Hospice, we understand the importance of nature in supporting wellbeing. That’s why we’re delighted to offer our Blue Health and Green Health activities – designed to help people reconnect with the natural world and experience the benefits of being outdoors.
Recently, Adventure Carrick hosted the Sea, Tea and Me event at Ayr’s Low Green – a wonderful day of restorative activities. Participants enjoyed mindful tea drinking, a rejuvenating yoga session, and a calming sound bath. For the more adventurous, cold-water dipping brought laughter and delight, all set against stunning views of Arran. A heartfelt thank you to Chris, Justine, Annie and Elaine for their expertise in making the day such a success.
Our next Make a Will Fortnight will take place between the 20th October and 3rd November. For more information on Wills, please visit ayrshirehospice.org or call 01292 269200 to speak to a member of the fundraising team.
BLUE HEALTH Enjoy the calming effects of water with guided activities such as mindful coastal walks, sea dipping and gentle paddle sessions. GREEN HEALTH Experience the restorative power of green spaces through forest bathing, nature walks and sensory garden activities. All activities are led by experienced outdoor practitioners from Gillian’s Walks and Adventure Carrick, ensuring a safe, welcoming and enriching experience for everyone involved. So far, walks have taken in the sights of Maybole, Ayr’s Lang Scots Mile, and the Alloway Murals. These sessions are wheelchair- friendly, with plenty of rest stops, and suitable for people of all abilities. Gillian is an inspirational ambassador for walking, sharing fascinating local knowledge as she guides each group.
Funded through the Scottish Government’s Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund for Adults, the programme provides gentle, accessible experiences tailored to promote relaxation, connection and resilience. These sessions are open to anyone impacted by life-shortening illness – whether personally, as a loved one, or through bereavement.
A chance to win… a way to care
Congratulations to Marie Hodalski, one of our recent lottery winners who won the top prize of £1,000. Well done Marie! When speaking about her win, Marie said: “I’ve got a few ideas of how to spend my winnings. I signed up last year to support the Hospice and I couldn’t believe when I got the call. The Hospice is a very worthy cause. You never know when you might need it.”
Future events:
September 27th – Canoeing – River Ayr September – Gillian’s Walks
You can join the Hospice lottery at lottery.ayrshirehospice.org or by scanning the QR code
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