The considerable work done by the Friends’ Hospice Committee, the Hospice staff and all volunteer helpers has created a Hospice of which all in Paphos should be proud. The many patients and their relatives who have used the Hospice speak most highly of the dedication, care and skills of the nursing staff led by Hospice Manager Ruth Marsh.

The Hospice Sister Mandy Gunn recently obtained a certificate in Palliative Care following an intensive course in Nicosia. The Friends are delighted to learn that the Agapinor Masonic Lodge who have chosen the Friends as their charity for the year will sponsor another two nurses for a similar course in March next year.

The Lodge has already donated money to buy a much needed oxygen concentrator for one of the Hospice rooms. This enables oxygen to be extracted from the air by means of electricity and is much cheaper than a cylinder. The Corona Club also donated one of these as did the Polis and Latchi Charitable foundation so all rooms are now equipped.

RECENT FUND RAISING EVENTS

In the past few months our helpers have raised considerable sums with the following fund raising events.:

An Evening on the Wave Dancer. The threat of rain did not spoil this highly entertaining event which raised over 1700 euros.
A Day of Beauty at the Kamares Club netted 3,600 euros and many ladies were relaxed and pampered by our therapists.
Book Fairs every second Friday in the month have raised sums which are designed to be spent on the Hospice Wish List, items which will make life more comfortable for patient and nurse.
Sunday Curry Lunch. an enjoyable day at Raj Two
(Chlorakas) vraised over 1200 euros.

FUND RAISING EVENTS TO COME

February 7th
A joint gala evening with the Cancer Support Group at the Alexander the Great. Buffet, music, dancing raffles etc. 35 euros. Call 26911641

March/April
The AGM. Members should call Secretary Keith McIntyre on 26654429 for details

April and the Hospice 3rd birthday.
An evening on the Ocean Flyer with champagne and canapés, buffet, entertainment and cruise, finishing back at the harbour enjoying a chocolate fountain, all this for 35 euros.
Book on 26911641


The Hospice Shops
The Hospice relies heavily on the income from our two shops. They sell nearly new clothing, electrical goods, bric a brac, jewellery, make up, household items, books, cards and preserves etc. Cake sales are held on last Friday of the month. All donated items are welcome.
Shop one is in Grivas Dighenis Ave (St.George’s Hill) in Chlorakas and Shop Two is in Pissouri opposite the Church. Open from 10 a.m
Volunteers are always need in the shops. Call Sue on 26653223

About the Hospice
The Hospice is situated in but independent from, the Evangelismos Hospital. It occupies a fully functioning wing and has its own roof garden used by patients, relatives and staff. This is maintained by our volunteers. The Hospice has a ‘home from home’ atmosphere which does not resemble a hospital.

All rooms are en-suite and there is a double room where relatives may spend the night. Visiting is encouraged at any time. Our supporters have given pictures, colourful bedspreads, flower arrangements, music players, superb mattresses, and other comforts.

The Hospice operates 24/7 using paid fully qualified and registered nurses, plus qualified unpaid volunteers. A doctor is on call at all times. Patients in the final stages of a terminal disease are given palliative care and comfort to enable their last days to be spent pain free and dignified.

Patients come in for respite to revaluate their medication, give them and their carers a much needed break and to familiarise them with the Hospice so that when the times comes for their final visit they know the environment.

Volunteer therapists give massage, relaxation, beauty care etc. to patients and staff. Bereavement counsellors are available to give counsel to patients and relatives and other professionals may be called on for advice if needed.
All care is free of charge. Anyone in need may use the services without regard to nationality, race, religion or finances. An admissions panel assesses each case .
Call Ruth Marsh on 99791052

DONATIONS
As the Hospice makes no charge fund raising is all important to keep this much needed service on-going. Angela McIntyre is always pleased to open new memberships for which a donation is requested. Call her on 26654429.
Donations may be paid directly into the hospice. The Hospice bank is Laiki and cheques should be made to Friends Hospice Paphos.

The Hospice welcomes donations of equipment on the Hospice Wish List. Consult Ruth Marsh the Hospice Manager for details.

Our web site is www.paphoshospice.org
or www.paphoshospice.com

The Committee particularly welcome fund raising events held by supporters and are always looking for sponsors and raffle prizes.

The postal address for The Friends Hospice is:

55 Griva Digeni St
Shop1, Mail Box 124
Chloraka 8220
Paphos - CYPRUS

COMMITTEE
Chairman Stephen Willis 26652437
Secretary Keith McIntyre 26654429
Treasurer Jacqui Marshall 26652519
Events Caroline Harman Smith 26911641
Shops Sue Busfield 26653223
Medical Liaison Dr. Lorna Morrish 26623071
Membership Angela McIntyre 26654429

‘One day someone you love may need
The Hospice’