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Cuddle Bed Appeal

Help create precious moments of togetherness for families facing their final goodbye.

‘For families facing the hardest goodbye, every moment matters. Every hug, every embrace, every second together is priceless. Cuddle beds make that possible.’

Lynda, wife of patient, Rowland

We’re calling on you to help families like Rowland’s. We need to raise enough to buy three more cuddle beds for our patients staying on the In-Patient Unit of our Hospice. Cuddle beds are crucial in giving families closeness when it’s needed most. Yet, on our In-Patient-Unit, the cuddle bed is currently only available to 1 in 10 families.

No one should have to say goodbye from a distance. Help ensure we never have to choose which families can use our cuddle beds.

Read more about the importance of cuddle beds from John and Lynda using the links below and donate today.

Rowland's story, told by his wife, Lynda.

Find out why cuddle beds are crucial for our patients and their families.

Jackie's story, told by her husband, John.

Read all about what a cuddle bed meant to Jackie and her family.

Medical Benefits of Cuddle Beds

Every cuddle counts

The benefits of a Cuddle Bed from our Developmental Nurse Consultant in Palliative Care, Karen.

Each cuddle bed costs £16,000 (including mattress). By funding three cuddles beds for the Hospice, we can provide:

  • Dignity in death and closeness to loved ones by expanding the cuddle bed to a double bed.

  • Comfort with adjustable positioning via simple and intuitive controls and a pressure-relieving mattresses, reducing the risk of bed sores.

  • Staff and patient safety with built-in fall prevention features, including pressure alarms and the ability to lower to the floor.

  • Accurate weight measurements without the need to move the patient using the integrated weighing system, facilitating accurate medication dosages.

  • Constructed with durable and hygienic materials, the bed is easy to clean and ensures longevity.

Weekly updates on the appeal

The Cuddle Bed Appeal launches at the beginning of April, check back here every week for a running total of how much we’ve raised and more about what our amazing supporters are doing to fundraise for cuddle beds!

Donate to the Cuddle Bed Appeal today