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
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
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
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
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
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
We are deeply saddened by the news that Noah Jones also known as Background Bob has died. Read more
The Cancer Wellbeing Appeal launches to ensure East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust can continue to offer a full range of personalised services to patients and their families who are on a cancer journey. Read more
Colchester Critical Care dare devils share how they have used the funds raised from their tandem skydive in June to benefit patient care. Read more
Award-winning gardener and BBC Gardener's World Presenter Adam Frost unveils brand new wellbeing garden design for Colchester Hospital. Read more
Hardy hikers have raised £39,500 for Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity after pulling on their walking boots and trekking across the Essex and Suffolk countryside during the annual Hospital Hero Hike. Read more
Ipswich Hospitals new Breast Care Centre officially opened by NHS Chief Executive Amanda Pritchard. Read more
Specialist anaesthetic system, called a Drager Fabius® MRI, is now in use at Colchester Hospital thanks to a £30,000 donation from the League of Friends. Read more
A mental health first aider who completed his training thanks to funding from our charity has spoken of the benefits the role has brought to both his professional and personal life. Read more
Patients receiving treatment for breast cancer at Ipswich Hospital can now take time out in a calming and homely quiet room decorated with specially chosen local artwork. Read more
The Breast Care Centre at Ipswich Hospital has today, Tuesday 24 January fully opened to patients after the final two services moved into the brand new state-of-the-art unit. Read more
The second phase of a multi-million-pound project to redevelop the children’s department at Ipswich Hospital starts next week. Read more