40th anniversary of Saint Francis Hospice
Tabled 23 July 2024 by Andrew Rosindell
That this House celebrates the 40 year anniversary of the opening of Saint Francis Hospice in the historic village of Havering-atte-Bower, Romford, Essex which serves a population of around one million across Essex and the east of Greater London, namely in Havering, Barking and Dagenham, Redbridge and Brentwood; recognises that the hospice has cared for and changed the lives of thousands of individuals across four decades; commends the efforts of the hospice in its fundraising efforts to fill the gap in financial support which is not supplied by the NHS or through public funding; further celebrates the charitable ethos based on the Christian foundation of the hospice in providing care with no cost for its services; applauds the hospice's efforts to look after anyone from any background, any faith or not faith, with an assurance of care according to their culture, rituals and beliefs; and offers heartfelt thanks to the staff and volunteers, their steadfast commitment to doing everything in their power to provide personal support and the best quality of life in a caring and loving environment for those who need it most.