Bay Hospitals Charity

21/08/2026

19/08/2026

Unite donation funds two specialist cots for Children's Ward at FGH

The Children's Ward at Furness General Hospital (FGH) has welcomed two new specialist cots thanks to a
generous donation of £7,197.60 from Unite the Union, facilitated through Bay Hospitals Charity.
Bay Hospitals Charity works with generous supporters, fundraisers and organisations to provide enhancements
that go above and beyond NHS funding, helping to improve the experience of patients, families and colleagues
across our hospitals. The donation has funded the purchase of two modern paediatric cots, helping to provide a
safe, comfortable and supportive environment for babies and young children receiving care on the ward.
The cots are already being used by patients and their families, supporting the delivery of high-quality care and
giving colleagues access to equipment that meets the needs of some of our youngest patients.
Kerry Little, Children's Ward Manager, said: “We are incredibly grateful to Unite and Bay Hospitals Charity for
making this possible. The new cots have already been used to care for a number of children on the ward and
have made a real difference. They provide a safe and comfortable environment for our young patients while
giving colleagues the equipment they need to deliver the very best care. We'd like to thank everyone involved for
helping us improve the experience of children and families during their stay with us.”
We would like to thank Unite for their generous donation and Bay Hospitals Charity for helping to make projects
like this possible, ensuring patients and colleagues continue to benefit from enhancements across our hospitals.

06/08/2026

Our wonderful ASU team recently took on the Helvellyn Challenge, and I am delighted to share that they have surpassed their £3,000 fundraising target!

This incredible achievement would not have been possible without the generosity of our amazing supporters. Thank you to everyone who took the time to sponsor the team and support their efforts. Your kindness and encouragement have helped make a real difference.

05/08/2026

Creating a Peaceful Space for Families When They Need It Most
Thanks to funding from Bay Hospitals Charity, the Maternity Bereavement Courtyard has been cleaned and repainted, transforming a tired outdoor area into a welcoming, peaceful sanctuary for bereaved families.
The courtyard provides a dedicated space where parents and loved ones can step away from the clinical environment during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. The improvements have created a calmer, more therapeutic setting that supports families as they grieve, reflect and make precious memories.
Families who have used the space have shared that the refreshed courtyard feels cared for and well maintained, helping them feel valued and supported at an exceptionally challenging time. As many bereaved parents remember not only the care they received but also the environment in which it was delivered, providing a dignified and comforting space is incredibly important.
The enhanced courtyard now offers:
💙 A place for quiet reflection
💙 An area to step away from busy clinical settings
💙 A more dignified environment for memory-making and support conversations
Located within an active maternity clinical area, the project required careful planning to ensure services could continue uninterrupted. Close collaboration with estates and facilities teams helped schedule the cleaning and painting works around clinical activity, minimising disruption while delivering a significant improvement for families.
This project is a wonderful example of how charitable funding can make a meaningful difference, creating spaces that provide comfort, compassion and support when it matters most. Your donations are making a difference. Please give generously: https://www.bayhospitalscharity.org/donate/donate-online

01/08/2026

As we step into August and make the most of the summer days, there’s still plenty of time to get together with family, friends and colleagues while supporting a great cause.
Why not turn your summer gathering into a fundraiser for Bay Hospitals Charity? Whether you’re planning a BBQ, garden party, picnic or community get-together, every pound raised helps us make a difference for patients, families and staff across our hospitals.
From cake sales and garden games to raffles, sponsored challenges or your own unique fundraising idea, we would love to see how creative you can be this summer. No matter how big or small your event, your support can have a lasting impact.
Create your fundraising page today ⬇⬇⬇
https://www.bayhospitalscharity.org/set-up-a-fundraiser

31/07/2026

Come and say hello to the Bay Hospitals Charity team today at Queen Victoria Hospital today between 9.30am and 1.30pm in the Canteen.
If you have any charity-related questions, we would love to hear from you and discuss how we can support you.
With a range of dates and locations available, we hope it's easy to find a session that suits you. We look forward to meeting you, and sharing information on the work of your hospital charity! 🩷💜

30/07/2026

Set up at the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust queen Victoria hospital in Morecambe.