Robena’s husband Zahir, who had terminal cancer, was cared for at the Marie Curie Hospice, Bradford.
She says: "When he moved into the hospice it was so much better than I expected. Zahir had his own room where visitors could stay overnight. There was a prayer room, conservatory, a multi-faith church and canteen. The staff listened to me and talked to me about how I was coping. I didn’t expect to make so many friends and to experience such a loving environment."
She finds comfort in fundraising for Marie Curie during the Great Daffodil Appeal as she is able to help more families just like hers.
Marie Curie Nurses have also been providing vital, hands-on care for people living with a terminal illness, both in the comfort of their homes and in our nine hospices across the UK.
When you sign up for Step into Spring, every step you take means we can be there for families like Robena’s, when they’re going through the toughest of times.
Your support means the world to someone
£25
pays for a bereavement counsellor to listen, soothe and support someone who’s grieving for an hour.
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pays for a Marie Curie Nurse to provide hands-on care in someone’s home for a full nine-hour shift.
£390
sponsors a hospice bed for a day, meaning someone living with a terminal illness can get expert care when they need it most.