Light Up A Life services raise thousands for local hospices

THE final joint Light Up A Life service takes place at All Hallows Church in Woolsery tonight (Wednesday). This year s appeal has once again raised a significant amount for both Children s Hospice South West and North Devon Hospice, money that will help b

THE final joint Light Up A Life service takes place at All Hallows Church in Woolsery tonight (Wednesday).

This year's appeal has once again raised a significant amount for both Children's Hospice South West and North Devon Hospice, money that will help both hospices care for children and adults in the local community with life-threatening illnesses.

Ian Roome, Community Fundraiser for Children's Hospice South West, said Light Up A Life services had been well attended throughout the appeal.

"These special services across North Devon bring so much comfort to people and give them a special way of remembering their loved ones. They provide the opportunity for people to light a candle and reflect on those cherished memories that are so personal to them."

Donations are still coming in, but it is estimated that this year's appeal will raise in the region of �4,500 for Children's Hospice South West. The North Devon Hospice has put its total at �22,557.

Mr Roome added: "Thank you to everyone who has been a part of this year's Light Up A Life Appeal. The money raised will help us to ensure that families with life-limited children receive the support that they need this Christmas, and to help create special memories to last them a lifetime. Sadly for many of them, this year may be their last chance to have a family Christmas together."

For those that have been unable to attend a service, or would prefer to light a remembrance candle at home, special candles are still available from Little Bridge House and North Devon Hospice.

A final service for the North Devon Hospice takes place at Bideford Methodist Church on Saturday, starting at 11am.