Focus Summer 2022

IMPERIAL HEALTH CHARITY’S MAGAZINE SUMMER 2022

GRANTS

• ARTS • VOLUNTEERING • FUNDRAISING

PAGES 6&7 - NHS Chief Executive Amanda Pritchard visits hospital staff and patients on the NHS birthday.

ON THE BALL How teaming up with Chelsea FC is helping us tackle health problems

BIG PICTURE Vibrant new mural pays tribute to African women in NHS

DOORS OPEN NHS staff enjoy brand new lounge areas for first time

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CHARING CROSS • HAMMERSMITH • QUEEN CHARLOTTE’S & CHELSEA • ST MARY’S • WESTERN EYE

Welcome to Focus

BELOW: Ian meets NHS Chief Executive Amanda Pritchard on a tour of Charing Cross Hospital in July.

Welcome to the Summer 2022 edition of Focus, the quarterly magazine from Imperial Health Charity.

Marking the NHS birthday on 5 July each year gives us an opportunity to pause and reflect - not only to remember the enormous sacrifices that hospital staff have made to maintain excellent care through the pandemic, but also to celebrate the huge contribution made by NHS charities to support the health service during this unique period in our history.

I was delighted to speak with Amanda Pritchard, the Chief Executive of the NHS, when we hosted her visit to Charing Cross Hospital to mark the anniversary. She told me how the practical support of NHS charities like us - as well as the goodwill of our wonderful donors, fundraisers and volunteers - had served as a powerful uplifting force for everyone working in the health service during these times of extreme pressure.

In this edition of Focus, you can read about just some of the many things we’re doing right now to help our hospitals. From the stunning new lounge spaces we've created for NHS staff, to the vibrant visual art we've installed in hospital hallways, wards and waiting areas to brighten the clinical environment.

We rely on your generous support to continue our important work. If you're able to, please continue to help our hospitals by donating online at imperialcharity.org.uk/donate.

Thank you.

Ian Lush OBE Chief Executive, Imperial Health Charity

InFocus IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII BELOW: The original painting by Clara Vulliamy.

RIGHT: Debby and her nursing colleagues, then and now.

Former St Mary's nurses take centre stage in iconic 35-year-old painting

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team of former nurses have been presented with special reproductions of an iconic 35-yearold painting.

The nine nurses - who all worked at St Mary's Hospital in the 1980s - take centre stage in the artwork, which was painted by Clara Vulliamy.

The painting was based on a photograph showing doctor and athlete Sir Roger Bannister unveiling a St Mary's Hospital nameplate on a train at Paddington Station in 1986.

“I made lifelong friends at the hospital and am very proud to be called a St Mary's nurse!”

The vibrant painting is in our museum-accredited hospital art collection and includes images of 2

nurse Debby Kinsey and eight of her former colleagues.

Debby said: "We were student nurses at St Mary's when the original photograph was taken. It was just before our nursing finals, which is why we were chosen to go down to the station for the naming of the train.

"The original photograph appeared in the local newspaper and most of us had a copy."

Ahead of a reunion last November, Debby and her colleagues asked for reproductions of the artwork to remember their time as student nurses at St Mary's. We were delighted to work with printer Art4Site to deliver 12 reproductions of the painting with the artist's permission.

Today Debby and her colleagues frequently meet up and remember their time as nurses together.

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VR headsets help reduce trauma after miscarriage

P Extra support for patients who experience homelessness after hospital Patients who are unhoused or at risk of homelessness are set to benefit from extra support, thanks to Imperial Health Charity.

Our £5,000 grant is helping to ensure all patients experiencing homelessness are more likely to feel safe, supported and better able to manage the days ahead when they leave hospital.

Departments across the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust's hospitals will have access to a supply of high-quality, warm winter clothing and footwear, enabling them to tackle the risk of hypothermia for patients being discharged during the cold winter months.

Emergency cash funds will also enable patients to purchase small items that could make a big difference, such as bus tickets, phone credit, toiletries and more.

People experiencing homeless have complex needs and are disproportionately affected by longterm physical and mental health problems.

Westminster, home to St Mary’s and the Western Eye hospitals, is by far the most affected area of London, with over 2,000 rough sleepers reported in 2020/21 - more than three times the number in Camden, the next highest borough.

The Trust’s inclusion health team, which works to improve the quality of care delivered to vulnerable patients, will follow up with patients who benefit, gathering feedback to help them continue to improve the care they offer.

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atients who have experienced a miscarriage can now make use of virtual reality headsets to help provide a distraction during uncomfortable medical procedures, thanks to our funding.

After a miscarriage, many patients undergo a procedure to remove the pregnancy tissue from the womb, which can be phsyically uncomfortable and emotionally distressing at an already difficult time.

Our funding has enabled NHS staff to purchase two virtual reality headsets loaded with calming

virtual experiences, such as hiking through nature, which minimise any further trauma for

calming virtual experiences, such as hiking through nature, which minimise any further trauma for the patient.

A recent study showed that almost one in three women develop posttraumatic stress disorder after early pregnancy loss, with a quarter experiencing anxiety.

Thanks to our support, staff expect nearly 400 patients a year will benefit from using the headsets, which will be available at three of our hospital sites - Hammersmith, Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea, and St Mary's hospitals.

ABOVE: A patient at Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea Hospital tries the VR headset. Credit - BBC News.

Gupta photography exhibition opens at Hammersmith

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n exhibition of photographs by our recent Artist-in-Residence Sunil Gupta has been installed at Hammersmith Hospital for staff and visitors to enjoy. The exhibition, Songs of Deliverance, Part I and II, focuses on the lives and experiences of patients who received treatment at the Adult HIV Clinic at St Mary's Hospital and the Gender Affirmation Surgery service at Charing Cross Hospital. The photos explore themes of family, community and stigma.

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ABOVE: Emma Hill meets members of the public at a community event in Eel Brook Common.

Kick off for football project aiming to 'bridge the blues' A

brand new initiative is set to help people in north west London lead fit and healthy lifestyles, thanks to support from Imperial Health Charity.

We've teamed up with Chelsea Football Club Foundation to kick off the 'Bridging the Blues' project, which will promote the benefits of physical activity, healthy eating and mental wellbeing.

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and the Premier League club's charitable arm will work together to launch the project later this year.

The first 'Bridging the Blues' programme will focus on patients who have experienced a minor stroke, educating them about their risk factors and the steps they can take to lead a healthier lifestyle while participating in group exercise classes. It's hoped the programme can be expanded and adapted to support people in the community living with other health conditions, such as dementia, cardiac and pulmonary disease.

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the physical activity and lifestyle change sessions at the club's Stamford Bridge stadium.

Meanwhile, health professionals from Imperial College Healthcare will provide additional educational support around medication and risk factors.

Emma Hill is leading the project on behalf of the two organisations - and we're proud to be supporting this important work by funding Emma's post for one year, giving her the time and resources to develop new health and wellbeing initiatives for people across north west London.

Tackling health inequalities with football partnership 'Bridging the Blues' is a 12-week healthy lifestyle programme that includes physical activity and educational advice and support around healthy eating, stopping smoking and cutting down on alcohol consumption.

It will also help to tackle health inequalities in north west London by providing people with important information about how our local healthcare system works as well as offering mental wellbeing support.

The first 'Bridging the Blues' project will focus on people who have experienced a minor stroke.

It's been created in a format that can be adapted based on the participant's needs or long-term health condition, ensuring each programme is accessible and relevant. At the end of the 12 weeks, patients will be recommended into other health and wellbeing programmes to ensure they sustain what they've learned and continue to be physically active.

"We hope the Bridging the Blues project will help us build on the natural relationship between sport and healthy lifestyles, equipping people with the knowledge to make positive choices for their long-term health and wellbeing," said Emma.

"The programme is a true partnership approach between Imperial College Healthcare and Chelsea Football Club Foundation, and I'm extremely grateful to Imperial Health Charity for providing the initial funding to help us kick off this exciting new project."

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Community programme 'transforms' health and wellbeing for most in need 'It was a big step forward for me - as if I had emerged from a chrysalis'

ABOVE: Volunteers lend a hand at a Hammersmith Community Gardens Association event.

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pioneering new initiative funded by Imperial Health Charity has helped to transform the health and wellbeing of people most affected by the hidden impacts of Covid-19.

Working in partnership with Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, we awarded funding to support 20 local projects as part of our Compassionate Communities programme.

Over the last 12 months, these grants have enabled a range of charities, community organisations and local groups to break down barriers and help those most in need access vital care and support.

Each of the projects we've funded has addressed a major health problem deepened by the impact of Covid-19, including mental health, food poverty and language barriers.

“The pandemic has had farreaching effects - not only in our hospitals but also in our local communities” FOCUS • SUMMER 2022

So far our funding has benefited around 5,000 of the most vulnerable in north west London. Community champions have referred nearly 2,000 people to healthcare services, delivered over 1,200 food parcels and organised more than 350 training events and worskhops.

Dr Bob Klaber, Director of Strategy, Research and Innovation at the Trust, said: "The pandemic has had far-reaching effects - not only in our hospitals but also in our local communities.

"Working together with Imperial Health Charity, we've been able to have a transformative impact on the health and wellbeing of the most vulnerable people by building strong relationships with local organisations who really understand the needs of their communities."

Across the 20 projects, we awarded more than £350,000 to support local community organisations.

One of the local groups that benefited from our Compassionate Communities programme was the Hammersmith Community Gardens Association, which used its grant to support local people struggling with their mental health through therapeutic gardening and cooking.

The Grow Well in 2021 initiative helped participants spend time getting closer to nature by sowing seeds, propagating herbs and growing fruit and vegetables.

"The biggest step forward for me was going along to Grow Well,” said Mandy*, who had been living in isolation for over two years before attending the sessions.

"It was as if I emerged from a chrysalis, slowly but surely regaining my previous confidence.

"It’s been like a big, secure stepping stone to getting me out and about – being involved and feeling comfortable talking to new people." *Names have been changed to protect the participant's identity.

You can read more about this project at: imperialcharity.org.uk/ compassionate-communities

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ABOVE and RIGHT: Amanda Pritchard meets staff and patients during a visit to Charing Cross Hospital to mark the 74th anniversary of the NHS.

On 5 July NHS charities across the country came together to celebrate the anniversary of the National Health Service - and staff and patients at Charing Cross Hospital were joined by a very special guest to mark the occasion.

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HS Chief Executive Amanda Pritchard paid a special visit to Charing Cross Hospital to mark the 74th anniversary of the health service.

Ms Pritchard met hospital staff at the Marjory Warren Acute Medical Unit before stopping at the Renal Dialysis Unit to see patients take part in one of our regular arts engagement activities.

The visit ended with a NHS Big Tea party in the hospital's brand new staff lounge, which we were proud to fund as part of a major programme

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of improvements to facilities for NHS staff.

Speaking to staff and patients during the visit, Ms Pritchard said: "The pandemic has been one of the greatest challenges the NHS has faced and staff have really appreciated the unstinting support of our amazing volunteers and of course the public.

"Knowing that their dedication, skills and compassion are recognised and valued has helped keep nurses, doctors, physios, pharmacists, porters,

cleaners and all our other brilliant staff going through these darks days.

"The NHS Big Tea is our chance to say a big, heartfelt thank you to the incredible NHS charities all over the UK who play an important role in supporting staff and patients alike."

Generous donations at the peak of the pandemic enabled us to fund a £1.2 million programme of long-term improvements to facilities for staff at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, including upgrades to dozens of breakrooms, changing areas, kitchens and showers.

“The Big Tea is our chance to say thank you to the incredible NHS charities who play an important role in supporting staff and patients” FOCUS • SUMMER 2022

Raising a cuppa to celebrate the NHS birthday The UK's biggest tea break, the NHS Big Tea invites everyone to support our health service by hosting a party with friends and family each year on the NHS birthday.

Led by NHS Charities Together, thousands of people took part across the nations on 5 July and helped raise vital funds in support of Imperial Health Charity and the UK's 237 other NHS charities.

In 2021 nearly 5,000 hosts joined in with the NHS Big Tea and raised over £500,000 to support vital NHS projects.

Next year's NHS Big Tea event will mark a milestone anniversary as the health service turns 75.

You can find out more about the NHS Big Tea and other fundraising events on our website.

Go to: imperialcharity.org.uk/ fundraising-events

“Keeping morale high has been a real challenge but having this wonderful space has ensured the whole team feels valued and recognised” With support from NHS Charities Together, we also funded an expansion of the Trust's staff counselling service - enabling over 1,300 staff to access one-to-one support and a further 4,500 to join emotional wellbeing groups.

Charlotte Jaye, Interim Deputy Director of Nursing at Imperial College Healthcare, was among the staff who met Ms Pritchard during the visit on 5 July.

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she said. "At Charing Cross our acute medical unit was crying out for an overhaul. Now it's a light, airy, calm and welcoming space for all the staff on the ward to enjoy.

"Over the last two years the work has felt relentless at times, and keeping morale high has been a real challenge. But having this wonderful space in which to relax and unwind has helped to ensure the whole team feels valued and recognised for their efforts."

The NHS Big Tea is a national fundraising campaign by NHS charities, inviting everyone to support our health service by coming together to host a tea party with family and friends on the NHS birthday. Led by NHS Charities Together, thousands took part this year, raising vital funds in support of NHS charities.

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Hospital mural pays tribute to contribution of African women to health service A

vibrant new mural spotlighting the role African women have played in the British health service has been unveiled at Charing Cross Hospital.

The mural, by artist Michele Curtis, features seven African women who have worked in the UK's healthcare system. It's the result of a collaboration between Curtis and the Young Historians Project - a nonprofit organisation formed by young people of African and Caribbean descent. The organisation’s work focuses on encouraging people to engage with black British history, particularly those whose lives and contributions have been overlooked.

“We don't often speak about African women's contributions to the health service - it's a bit of history that is missing” Among those featured in the mural are Susan Ofori Atta, who graduated from Edinburgh Medical School in 1947 before becoming the first female doctor in Ghana, and Professor Dame Elizabeth Nneka Anionwu, who worked tirelessly to raise awareness of sickle cell disease and its effects on African and Caribbean people in Britain.

Also portrayed is Amakhoe Minney, a current member of staff in the hospital’s Hyper Acute Stroke Unit.

Born in Namibia in 1995, Amakhoe moved to London when she was 18 to study physiotherapy.

Amakhoe said: "I think the project is incredible and I feel very proud - not just to be on the wall as an African, but also because I've worked at Imperial College Healthcare for four years and I really love it here.

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ABOVE: Staff member Amakhoe Minney is represented in Michele Curtis's stunning new mural at Charing Cross Hospital.

working. It's a bit of history that is missing so it's nice to shed some light on it."

Despite their long history of work within the health service in Britain, the role of African women is rarely highlighted in discussions of the history of the NHS or of health work more generally. By carrying out extensive research and multiple interviews, the Young Historians

Project has been able to document the lives of these women.

The project was funded by Imperial Health Charity and the National Lottery Heritage Fund, in partnership with Ghana Nurses Association, Nigerian Nurses Charitable Association and the Black Cultural Archives. You can view the mural on the Ground Floor, South Corridor at Charing Cross Hospital.

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BELOW: The new staff lounge at Charing Cross Hospital.

A gift for the future - how you can help our hospitals by using our Free Will Service

Brand new lounges open their doors to hospital heroes H

ard-working hospital staff can now relax and unwind in two brand new lounge areas, thanks to a £1.2 million programme of improvements funded by Imperial Health Charity.

The new spaces - set up exclusively for NHS staff to enjoy - are now open at Charing Cross and Hammersmith hospitals, with plans to develop a third lounge at St Mary's later this year.

Created by interior design specialists Taylor Howes, the lounges offer a calm, quiet and relaxing space where staff can take a break, enjoy a bite to eat or spend time with colleagues.

The lounges are part of a major programme of improvements to staff facilities at our hospitals in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. Since April

“We hope these fantastic new lounge areas will offer a quiet, calm space for NHS staff to rest and reflect” FOCUS • SUMMER 2022

2021, more than 80 upgrade projects have been completed, including three fully refurbished breakrooms and enhancements to dozens of staff changing areas, showers, toilets and kitchens.

In 2020 we awarded a grant of £1.7 million to support NHS staff in the aftermath of Covid-19. Around £1.2 million has been spent on these improvements to staff facilities, with the remaining funds put towards an expanded counselling service to help staff access mental health and wellbeing support.

Ian Lush, Chief Executive of Imperial Health Charity, said: "At every step of the Covid-19 response we've been proud to support our extraordinary NHS staff who have made an enormous personal contribution to maintain patient care during a period of unprecedented pressure.

"We hope these fantastic new lounge areas will offer a quiet and calming space for staff to rest and reflect, serving as a lasting legacy to their tireless efforts throughout the pandemic."

Leaving a gift in your Will is a wonderful way to support a cause that's personal or special to you.

As well as taking care of your loved ones, you might also choose to leave an extra gift - also known as a 'legacy' - to support patient care and medical research at our hospitals.

At Imperial Health Charity we offer a Free Will Service, which means you can have a simple Will written or updated free of charge by a solicitor from the National Free Wills Network.

There's no obligation for you to leave a gift to Imperial Health Charity in your Will, but if you'd like to consider remembering us in this way, we and the 14,000 NHS staff that work in our hospitals - would be very grateful for your generous support.

If you choose to leave a gift to us, we'll make sure your legacy has a lasting impact for NHS staff and patients at our hospitals.

How can I apply for a free Will?

If you'd like to find out more about applying for a free Will, we can send you an information pack.

To find out more, please email fundraising@imperialcharity.org.uk Please be aware there are a limited number of free Wills that can be written each year, so this offer is available on a first-come, firstserved basis. Thank you.

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Volunteers step in to help hospital wards go green Volunteers' Week 2022: celebrating our amazing volunteers

ABOVE: Our volunteers deliver some of the new recycling bins at Charing Cross Hospital.

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olunteers are playing their part in helping our hospitals cut their carbon footprint.

Over the summer, our volunteers have delivered brand new recycling bins to wards and departments across Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust's five hospitals.

Thanks to their efforts, dozens of areas are now equipped with green bins so that staff and visitors can recycle plastic bottles, cardboard, paper and cans.

The rollout of these new recycling bins is part of the Trust's 'green plan' - a series of eco-friendly initiatives and innovations designed to help our hospitals reduce waste.

The plan is underpinned by 12 green goals, including achieving cleaner air, reducing energy use and encouraging more environmentally friendly forms of travel.

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The Trust hopes its contribution will enable the NHS to achieve its ambitious target of reaching carbon net zero on the emissions it directly controls by 2040.

When the rollout of the new recycling bins is complete, each of the Trust's main hospital sites will be fitted with 150 recycling bins.

Calleigh-Marie Lawrence is our Volunteering Manager at Charing Cross Hospital, where dozens of bins were delivered in July.

She said: "We know that staff in our hospitals are passionate about the environment - and that better, more accessible recycling facilities have been a popular request recently.

"We're delighted that volunteers have been able to make this happen and support the Trust's commitment to tackle climate change."

Feeling inspired to join our fantastic team of hospital volunteers? You can find out more about our latest volunteering opportunities by visiting our website. To browse all our volunteer roles, go to: imperialcharity.org.uk/volunteer

From 1-7 June we said a massive thank you to our incredible volunteers as part of the nationwide Volunteers' Week celebrations.

Last year our team of over 500 volunteers gave a remarkable 15,500 hours to help our hospitals - from welcoming visitors and offering directions to delivering meals and providing companionship to patients.

Chris Neal, Head of Volunteering at Imperial Health Charity, said: "Pointing patients in the right direction, assisting staff or simply offering an ear to listen, volunteers are a helping hand to everyone who visits our hospitals.

"We're incredibly grateful to everyone who has stepped forward to volunteer with us in the last year - you've all made a huge difference during a very challenging time."

This summer we're looking for people who are passionate about supporting the NHS to join our fantastic hospital volunteering team.

Most of our volunteer roles don't require you to have specific skills or previous experience - all we ask is that you're friendly and enthusiastic, have a calm and patient manner, and are committed to helping others.

You can browse all our latest volunteering opportunities and apply for specific roles on our website. To find out more, you can go to: imperialcharity.org.uk/volunteer

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Dates for your diary Up for a challenge? There are so many exciting ways for you to get involved in fundraising events to support our work. Why not have a go at some of these great fundraising activities?

THAMES PATH CHALLENGE DATE: 10-11 SEPTEMBER 2022

ABOVE: The neonatal care app was developed by doctors, nurses and therapists at Imperial College Healthcare.

Neonatal care app available to parents across the country A

n app designed to help the parents of premature babies has been made available to support thousands of families across the UK. Available for free on Android and iPhone, the app provides parents with easy access to information that can help them better understand their baby's care, including definitions of medical terminology and key contacts. It also has space for parents to document memories of their baby and record important information, such as data on feeding and skin-to-skin contact.

The app was originally developed by doctors, nurses and therapists at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust in 2017 - and we were proud to support the project by awarding a grant to help them cover the initial costs.

“Thanks to the app we soon stopped feeling helpless and instead felt really empowered” FOCUS • SUMMER 2022

One parent who used the app said the technology had helped them to feel empowered to take control of their daughter's care.

"The team not only listened to us, they genuinely valued our input and observations of our baby girl to help tailor her care," they said.

"By the time we transferred back to our local hospital we felt positive and confident about caring for our baby.

Even the staff could tell there was something different about us!"

The team behind the app, called Integrated Family Delivered Neonatal Care, specialise in the care of premature babies. They developed the technology in response to the needs of parents whose babies were under their care, providing information that helps them feel engaged, enabled and empowered to be the primary caregiver to their baby in the neonatal unit.

The neonatal care app is just one example of the amazing healthcare projects we support. Find out more at: imperialcharity.org.uk/grants

Walk, jog or run the Thames Path Challenge, following England's greatest river.

This stunning route provides a fantastic backdrop for an unforgettable experience. Take on the full 100km 'Ultra' or the half or quarter challenge whichever works best for you! With two-day and continuous options available, there's a perfect challenge for everyone.

VIRTUAL LONDON MARATHON DATE: 2 OCTOBER 2022 Take your place at the start line for the world's most famous running event. This year's race is taking place as a virtual event, which means you can take part wherever you are and on a course of your choice. With 24 hours to complete the full marathon distance you can take as long as you need to reach the finish line. Stop and start whenever you need to, or walk it all in one go! You'll also receive the exclusive London Marathon finisher's T-shirt and medal.

LONDON LANDMARKS HALF MARATHON DATE: 2 APRIL 2023 This stunning central London half marathon is a closed-road run through the City of London and City of Westminster. This is not your average running event! From cultural landmarks and heritage, to the city's quirky hidden corners, you'll have the chance to explore the capital on a route like no other!

For For more more information information about about all all our fundraising events, our fundraising events, visit visit imperialcharity.org.uk/ imperialcharity.org.uk/ fundraising-events fundraising-events or or email email fundraising@imperialcharity.org.uk fundraising@imperialcharity.org.uk

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You can support our work today and help our hospitals do more.

Your donation can help us improve patient care and provide extra support for NHS staff across our five hospitals.

We rely on your generous support to help us continue our important work supporting the five Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust hospitals in north west London.

Your donation will enable us to help our hospitals do more by: •

refurbishing hospital buildings and facilities

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investing in ground-breaking research

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funding additional medical equipment

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supporting patients at times of extreme financial difficulty.

How can I make a donation?

Can I support you by taking part in a fundraising event?

1. Fill in a donation form Complete the form on page 13 of this magazine, tear it off and post it back to us at the following address:

Yes, absolutely! You can take part in one of our fundraising events or organise one of your own.

Imperial Health Charity 178-180 Edgware Road London W2 2DS 2. Donate online To make a donation online, visit imperialcharity.org.uk/donate 3. Give us a call To discuss your donation in confidence, call our fundraising team on 020 3640 7766.

1. Take part in one of our fundraising events We organise lots of fundraising events throughout the year. You can take a look at our latest events at imperialcharity.org.uk/ fundraising-events 2. Organise your own event Got an idea in mind already? We can help ensure your event is successful with support, promotional materials and hints to help you on your way.

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How to support our work Make a donation We rely on your support to continue our important work. To make a donation, please visit imperialcharity.org.uk/donate or call 020 3640 7766.

Fundraise Do you have an idea for a sporting challenge or a sponsored event? Fundraise for Imperial Health Charity and we’ll support you every step of the way.

For upcoming events and fundraising ideas, visit imperialcharity.org.uk/fundraising-events or call 020 3640 7766.

Other ways to get involved Volunteer Volunteers play an important role in helping our hospitals. To find out more about our latest volunteering opportunities, visit imperialcharity.org.uk/volunteer or call 020 3005 6391.

Apply for funding Are you a member of staff at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust? You may be eligible to apply for funding. To find out more, visit imperialcharity.org.uk/grants or call 020 3006 5328.

About us Imperial Health Charity helps our hospitals do more through grants, arts, volunteering and fundraising.

We fund major redevelopments, research and medical equipment as well as helping patients and their families at times of extreme financial difficulty.

Supporting the arts in healthcare, we manage an Arts Council accredited hospital art collection and run an arts engagement programme for patients and NHS staff.

We also manage volunteering across all five hospitals, adding value to the work of staff and helping to improve the hospital experience for patients.

Fundraising through major appeals and community events enables us to continue our important work.

We're on social media Find us online to keep up to date with all our latest news across grants, arts, volunteering and fundraising. @ImperialCharity /charityimperial @ImperialCharity All images produced in accordance with national Covid-19 guidance at the time that photography took place.

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