Fundraising For Forest Holme their time unconditionally. They enabled my amazing dad to feel safe, took away his fear and who gave him and us a constant supply of emotional and physical support. Words don't cover it! What would you say to someone considering supporting the hospice? This is such an important charity, please do something amazing and support the hospice. Emma Dukes (above, right) and her best friend Jodie took on a Wing Walk in 2021 to fundraise for Forest Holme. Here she tells us about why she took on this fundraising challenge. Tell us about your challenge for the hospice? Jodie and I took part in a Wing Walk to raise funds for Forest Holme Hospice in Poole. We took to the skies, at speeds of up to 130mph on a Boeing Stearman at Compton Abbas Airfield. Explain why you did it for Forest Holme? The charity is very close to my heart, and we did it in memory of my dad (David Hewitt, right) who passed away in Forest Holme August 2019. What does Forest Holme mean to you? Forest Holme is a sanctuary, a place filled with so much love and kindness, with staff who care and support you at the most desperate of times and give you 14
If you have been inspired by our fundraising Wing Walkers and are feeling brave enough to sign up for one yourself, please get in touch by contacting: charlie.james@forestholmehospice.org.uk for more information.
