CURRENT and past members of Hastings Home Hospice (HHH) gathered for a special afternoon tea on Thursday 30 October at the Lions Club in Port Macquarie.
The event was an opportunity for the newly elected committee to express gratitude to the dedicated members and volunteers who remain “the heart and soul of HHH.”
President Dr Catherine Settle said the organisation’s success is entirely due to its supporters.
“Our remarkable members, volunteers and donors are extraordinarily generous, and invaluable to the role we play in supporting people receiving palliative care in our region,” Dr Settle said.
Among those honoured were members who have volunteered for more than 20 and 30 years, including founding member Marita Crighton, who was awarded an Order of Australia this year for 35 years of service to the Port Macquarie region through HHH.
Dr Settle said the annual afternoon tea is a heartfelt tradition.
“We can only provide the support we do because of our donors and volunteers,” she said.
“This event allows us to demonstrate our respect and gratitude to them.
“They are all such kind, generous, and thoughtful people, whom we are indeed fortunate to have in our community.”
HHH provides assistance to those with life limiting illness, to maintain their quality of life – enabling them to stay in their own home, supported by family.
The community’s needs are met by providing vital medical resources that are otherwise inaccessible.
“HHH works closely with the wonderful palliative care service providers in the Hastings Community Palliative Care team and the Wauchope District Memorial Hospital.
“The fundraising we achieve helps to provide those with a life-limiting condition to maintain their quality of life, dignity, safety and independence.
“It also…provides access to things such as much-needed equipment and medication, which may not be affordable for them.”
HHH was formed in 1989 as a community-based support group dedicated to assisting people with life-limiting illnesses.
To volunteer or learn more about the service, contact Dr Catherine Settle via email at catsettle@gmail.com.
By Sis HIGGINS
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