Help the Hospice’s bed appeal

After ten years of constant use, East Cheshire Hospice’s specialist beds and mattresses, need replacing.

The beds are no longer as safe and comfortable as the Hospice would like them to be.

The Hospice desperately need to replace them to enable them to continue offering the first-class compassionate care that every one of their visitors deserve. 

The beds are the most vital piece of equipment in end-of-life care. They bring comfort, dignity, and safety to those at their most vulnerable. The specialist mattresses help prevent bedsores, by reducing pressure points. The adjustable bed helps patients find the most comfortable and supportive position and helps nurses reposition patients to relieve pain and manage breathlessness. 

But the beds also do so much more than that.

These beds make it possible for patients to feel more at home and more connected with their loved ones. A fully adjustable bed means patients can chat face-to-face with their loved ones. Lowering the side rails makes it easier to hold hands with someone dear. The beds are also easy to move and steer so patients in bed can still enjoy being in the garden or spending time in the Family Room.

Please give what you can – every donation will make a meaningful difference and we simply can’t do this without you.

Make a Donation HERE

Elaine’s Story

“Elaine felt safe and comfortable in the bed, and it allowed us to be close to her.”

Elaine’s story shows just how vital specialist beds are to the care we provide. They’re not just pieces of equipment — they offer dignity, comfort, and precious moments of connection in a person’s final weeks.

When Elaine came to stay in the Inpatient Unit during her final weeks, she and her family were immediately comforted by the calm, homely environment we work so hard to create.

From the moment Elaine arrived, it was clear that being close to her family — especially her precious grandson Ned — meant everything.

Mondays had always been Elaine and Ned’s special time together — “Magical Mondays,” they called them – a time of joy, games, and imagination. So, we brought that tradition into the Hospice and helped create a new memory: “Wonderful Wednesday”. We transformed our Family Room into a hub of joy, where Elaine, Ned, and the whole family painted, decorated biscuits, and played games together.

Elaine’s specialist bed made all the difference. We were able to gently wheel her into the heart of the room, ensuring Elaine stayed comfortable while being fully part of the day. Elaine didn’t have to miss a moment — she was part of every laugh, every cuddle, every memory.

“Mum had wonderful care, and we will forever be grateful for the memories you’ve provided for her and our family.” — Sophie, Elaine’s daughter

Follow the link to read Elaine’s Story HERE and find out why a specialist bed made all the difference to her and her family in her last weeks.