Funeral collections
You may wish to support Blythe House by asking friends and family to donate to the hospice in memory of a loved one at their funeral, or as an alternative to floral tributes.
Thank you for choosing to support Blythe House Hospicecare and Helen’s Trust at this time – please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss.
Whether your loved one’s wishes were for donations at their funeral, or whether yourself or a family member have chosen to collect donations, we can help you with this arrangement.
How you can do this
- You can set up a tribute page online. This will make it quick and simple for friends and family, wherever they are, to donate in memory of your loved one and also leave a message of condolence or light a virtual candle. The tribute page can also act as a funeral notice where you can share practical funeral arrangements with family and friends.
- You can also collect cash and cheque donations; please contact your funeral director or contact Katie Holt, our Supporter Engagement Officer on 01298 816996 or by email: katie.holt@blythehouse.co.uk for further support.
Once all donations have been received, we will inform you of the total amount raised in memory of your loved one.
‘I wanted to donate towards the wonderful services that supported me in some of my darkest days following Pat’s death, and that continue to support me.’
Mike’s story
‘Following Pat’s death, and after all of the important tasks were complete like registering her death and organising the funeral, I honestly did wake up one morning and wonder what on earth I was going to do with myself, and what my purpose in life was anymore. Grief has been so very painful, I’ve been in some very dark places but Blythe House has been absolutely immense.
‘I’ve been having counselling sessions and they have given me my quality of life back. I have been able to speak the unspoken, and get stuff off my chest. The sessions have really helped me to rediscover what my life is and how to enjoy it again.
‘My story epitomises what Blythe House can offer to everyone – I am living proof for both patients and carers; Blythe House has been family to me, and has saved my life.’