People with dementia and delirium can now enjoy interactive games and stimulating scenes following the introduction of state-of-the-art sensory kit at East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT). Read more
Keen boxer Curtis Rimmington always values his visits to the Cancer Wellbeing and Information Centre at Colchester Hospital. For the 31-year-old describes the centre as a “safe space” where you can always find a cup of tea, listening ear and a friendly face ready to help. Read more
When Jan was diagnosed with a rare form of blood cancer in August 2022, she didn’t know where to turn. Despite receiving fantastic support from husband John, she felt she needed other people to talk to – and found exactly what she was looking for at the Cancer Wellbeing and Information Centre at Colchester Hospital. Read more
Calm, compassionate people with excellent listening skills are being encouraged to join a team of specialist volunteers who offer vital support to end-of-life patients at Colchester Hospital. Read more
Thanks to your generous fundraising and donations, in 2022/23 he charity was able to provide £2.793 million of grants to support NHS patients, staff and healthcare in our local community. The stories below highlight the impact and difference charitable donations make to your local NHS services. Donate Now
Hospital Hero Hikers raise £30,000 after walking over 21 miles from Ipswich Hospital to Colchester Hospital, during the beautiful bank holiday weekend. Read more
A new, modern x-ray machine has been installed at Aldeburgh Hospital thanks to the generosity of local people. Read more
Getech the leading desktop services distributor and provider based in Ipswich, has given a donation boost to the Children's Appeal. Read more
Felixstowe Port Users Association (FPUA) has donated £5,000 to Ipswich Hospital to thank the diabetes service for the care it provides. Read more
Charitable funding from Jess Grant Celebration and Colchester & Ipswich Hospital's Charity enables young patients to receive Musical Therapy. Read more
A brave family have come together to show support for the Cancer Wellbeing fund in light of their loving father and husbands brain tumor diagnosis. Read more
An unused balcony at Colchester Hospital has been transformed with Charity donations, into a wellbeing garden for staff and patients to use. Read more
Designed by award winning garden designer Adam Frost, the new wellbeing garden at Colchester Hospital aims to be a relaxing and restorative space for NHS staff, patients and visitors. Read more
Head and neck cancer patients are now benefiting from a new light therapy treatment which tackles a common side effect caused by chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Read more
Following the heart-breaking discovery that her third child, Calliope was born sleeping, Kirstie found comfort in the compassionate guidance of a bereavement officer. Read more
Family to walk 21 miles at the Hospital Hero Hike to honour their farther and give back to the department who cared for him for over 25 years. Read more
The humorous and heart-warming book detailing in their own words the uplifting and emotional story of Wheelies Cancer diagnosis. Read more
Every day our volunteers do random acts of kindness by support patients and staff across our hospitals. Read more
A Wivenhoe couple have thanked hospital staff for the care they gave their baby son and are set to donate a share of £60,000 to them in his memory. Read more
Novice boxer Kim is stepping into the ring to support the Cancer Wellbeing and Information Centres at Ipswich and Colchester Hospitals. Read more
Funds raised at the Hospital Hero Hike have helped transform the experience of stroke patients at Colchester Hospital. Read more
You are invited to walk side-by-side with our amazing NHS staff and take part in our popular Hospital Hero Hike! Read more
Additional funding agreed for Little Lifts charity to support patients with breast cancer across Colchester and Ipswich Hospitals. Read more
Regular supporters Whip Street Motors Ltd have made a generous donation to the Woolverstone Wing at Ipswich Hospital. Read more
Take a look inside the transformed children's department at Ipswich Hospital, as phase two completes in time for Christmas. Read more
Patients diagnosed with prostate cancer can find out more about their condition and how to prepare for treatment. Read more
Initiative named ‘Partnership of the Year’ in the HTN Digital Awards and wins the ‘Integration Excellence’ accolade at the Macmillan Professionals Excellence Awards. Read more
Work has begun on a new x-ray suite using a £320,000 gift to Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity from the Aldeburgh Hospital League of Friends. Read more
Hundreds of Santa’s braved the cold and took to Colchester Castle Park for our annual Santa Fun Run. Raising a huge amount for your local hospitals and community sites. Read more
Brave family are backing the Children's Appeal at the Santa Fun Run to fundraise for children just like Ada and support families for years to come at Ipswich Hospital. Read more
We are deeply saddened by the news that Noah Jones also known as Background Bob has died. Read more
Ipswich nurses are fundraising to decorate the parents room at Ipswich Hospitals Neonatal unit, in a bid to make it feel more homely for desperately worried parents. Read more
Zeelandia UK team share their highlights from recent fundraising activity for Colchester & Ipswich Hospital's Charity. Read more
68-year-old Dennis has shared his story to help thank the Cancer Wellbeing centre staff, whilst raising awareness of Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity’s Cancer Wellbeing Fund. Read more
A devoted daughter who supported both parents through cancer treatment before receiving a diagnosis herself has lent her support to the Cancer Wellbeing Fund to thank hospital staff for their “all-encompassing support and kindness.” Read more