Purple Heart Appeal is seeking volunteers

PURPLE HOUSE Cancer Support needs your help for their annual Purple Heart Appeal. Purple Heart Day takes place on Wednesday, February 14, and the campaign involves volunteers selling Purple Heart pin badges for €2 at various locations.

They are looking for volunteers to help to support families affected by cancer in Wicklow by volunteering an hour or two on the day.

Veronica O’Leary, director of services at Purple House Cancer Support, said: ‘The Purple Heart is a sign of support for anyone who is affected by cancer and we are asking the public to buy our Purple Heart for a friend or loved one who is living with cancer or In memory of someone who has passed away. We are indebted to the community for your continued support, we could not keep up with the demand on our services without you.’.

Members of the public can also support the Purple Heart Appeal by holding a coffee morning in their home, workplace, club or school. They will give you everything you need including a box of Purple Heart badges and balloons.

In 2017, Purple House Cancer Support provided over 5,000 Cancer Support Sessions, including 257 Counselling sessions, 478 hospital transport trips and supported 191 new families. To register your event or to volunteer, please contact Purple House Cancer Support at 01 2866966 or email info@purplehouse. ie or visit purplehouse.ie.