Stirling Observer

Every little bit helps hospice

Chocolatet­reats putsmileso­nfaces

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Patients, staff and volunteers were in for a sweet treat when Maley’s Chocolates and Mrs Tilly’s both visited the hospice.

Michael Maley was at the hospice day care service and spent some fun hours with patients handcrafti­ng enough delicious chocolates for all to enjoy.

Strathcarr­on business developmen­t fundraiser Claire MacDonald said: “The patients thoroughly enjoyed the session with Michael and every single one of them wanted to take part.”

Meanwhile, Mrs Tilly’s also generously donated a pallet of free stock for the hospice to sell in its shops to generate vital funds and another pallet of treats for patients, staff and volunteers to enjoy.

Claire added: “Day Care is an integral part of the hospice and enhances the quality of life for patients by maintainin­g their independen­ce and providing personalis­ed care in a homely and relaxing environmen­t.

“The generous support from Maley’s was fantastic as it enabled patients to learn new skills and enjoy taking part in a new activity.

“It also gave patients the opportunit­y to make their own gifts for friends and family .

“On top of this, the generous donation from Mrs Tilly’s will enable us to raise over £1000 for our services which in real terms could cover the cost of caring for one person with a terminal illness for over two days.”

 ??  ?? Treat Michael Maley with two delighted beneficiar­ies of his welcome donation of chocs
Treat Michael Maley with two delighted beneficiar­ies of his welcome donation of chocs
 ??  ?? Vital cash Colin Dennis and Ian McWatt, Forth Carz, present a cheque for the cash to the hospice’s Clare McDonald
Vital cash Colin Dennis and Ian McWatt, Forth Carz, present a cheque for the cash to the hospice’s Clare McDonald

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