Spring Daffodils Inspire Fundraising At Whittington House
Residents and the team at Whittington House were inspired by the arrival of spring to take part in a landmark fundraising campaign for Marie Curie.
Support for the Marie Curie Great Daffodil Appeal
The Great Daffodil Appeal, Marie Curie's flagship annual fundraising campaign, is held every March and this year marked its 40th anniversary. People across the UK wear a daffodil badge to show their support for those with terminal illnesses, raising funds to ensure that Marie Curie can be there to provide the support that should be available to everyone at the end of life.
The charity’s work is something that the team at Whittington House Nursing Home feels strongly about, and when Customer Relationship Manager, Sarah Jacka, suggested supporting the appeal with a fundraising event, residents and their families were also keen to take part. Sarah explained, “It is always important to support as many charities as possible and Marie Curie is known to so many people for the wonderful work that they do”.
Whittington Team and Residents Host Coffee Morning and Book Sale
Soon, the wheels were in motion for a fundraising coffee morning to be held on the last Friday in March. Sarah obtained marketing materials from Marie Curie and had special invitations printed to send to guests from the local community, as well as to relatives and friends. The care home’s Chef was briefed to design some sweet treats for the event and Danni from the Wellbeing team started putting another idea into action – a book sale. With so many books kindly donated to the care home, there was a decent collection of duplicate copies – including favourites by Agatha Christie and David Attenborough - which the team suggested were offered for sale at the coffee morning as an additional fundraising initiative. It was an inspired idea!
When the morning arrived, the lounge was set up to look suitably spring-like. The local Morrisons kindly donated bunches of cheerful daffodils, pretty bunting was hung up in reception, and in keeping with the theme of the Great Daffodil Appeal, Chef’s delicious cupcakes were topped with edible daffodil decorations.
Fundraising Success and a Sociable Morning
Around 40 people, including residents and their families, came along to enjoy coffee and a cupcake and to browse the book selection. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming – and importantly, an impressive £247.71 was raised for the charity, thanks to those who kindly donated. Resident John Townsend enjoyed the event and commented, “To see so many people enjoying themselves and raising monies for such a wonderful charity is great, such a wonderful morning”.
Last week, the team was delighted to welcome Senior Community Fundraiser for the West Midlands and South West - Peter Sara - who received a cheque on behalf of Marie Curie from Whittington House. The presentation was made by resident Ann Parkin and Sarah Jacka, who were happy that the event had been such a success.
Sarah reflected, “It feels extra special when we’re able to come together as whole home – our residents, their families and the team – as well as involving the local community in raising funds for an important cause. It was also a lovely, sociable morning which gave our residents a real boost.
A Warm Welcome Awaits
When searching for the right care home for your loved one, you’re looking for more than professional support, you’re seeking reassurance, warmth and peace of mind. At Whittington House Care Home in Cheltenham, we provide personalised Residential, Nursing, Dementia, Palliative and Respite Care within a safe, welcoming environment that feels like home from the moment you arrive.
Life here is about comfort, connection and choice. Residents can share stories over homemade cake in the bistro, enjoy a favourite film in our cosy cinema room, or unwind with a visit to the hair salon. Whether your loved one needs gentle day-to-day assistance or more specialised nursing or dementia care, our compassionate team is here to support them, and you, every step of the way.
