Freemasons spread festive goodwill at Springhill Hospice

The Rochdale District Freemasons donating the gift bags at the hospice with Sam Wells, CEO of Springhill Hospice

The Rochdale District Freemasons recently made their annual visit to Springhill Hospice to donate Christmas gift bags for patients.

Every year the local Freemasons visit the hospice on Broad Lane with their Christmas gift bags that include items such as toiletries and festive treats for patients and their families to enjoy over the Christmas period.

Sam Wells, Chief Executive at Springhill Hospice said: “We know it’s Christmas at the hospice when Rochdale District Freemasons come in with the Christmas gift bags. This is such a wonderful tradition and means so much to the families who receive them.”

Unfortunately, due to the current Covid-19 restrictions in place, the Freemasons were unable to visit the patients on the In-Patient Unit as they would usually do to have a chat and wish them a Merry Christmas.

The gift bags will be distributed by the Community Specialist Palliative Care Nurses to patients who are receiving hospice care in their own homes.

John Taylor, District Charity Steward, said: "We are always delighted to support the hospice and the fantastic work they do."

Doug Smith, District Chairman, added: "The hospice play such a vital role for many individuals and their families throughout the year and particularly over the festive period. It is always a pleasure for us to help those members of our community during their time of need."