Northern Ireland Hospice is encouraging people to get active this April and join the virtual Hospice Walk.

Northern Ireland Hospice is encouraging people to get active this April and join the virtual Hospice Walk.

This year marks the 40th year of the annual Hospice Walk campaign, and whilst COVID-19 restrictions means that people are unable to come together to mark the special occasion, Northern Ireland Hospice are encouraging  supporters to put their best foot forward and have their own Hospice walk on Sunday 18th April 2021, or a day that suits.

Give My Head Peace star and Northern Ireland Hospice Vice-President, Olivia Nash MBE, said: “The COVID pandemic has had a devastating impact on Northern Ireland Hospice’s funding. Despite the challenges that they have faced, they’ve continued to provide outstanding care to people during the most difficult times. This year, they need the support of our local community, now more than ever, to help raise much-needed funds to continue to deliver its vital palliative care services”.

Mary McCall, NI Hospice Director, said: “The Hospice Walks are a wonderful tradition at Hospice and one we want to keep going.  We have found that people taking part in our Hospice Walk treasure the event as a unique opportunity to actively remember, honour and celebrate the life of someone they love. With more and more people exploring the great outdoors during the lockdown period, the Hospice Walk is also the perfect motivation to get active and to gain a peace of mind.

“Events like the Hospice Walk are vital in helping to support the overall running costs of the Hospice, which totals £16m. The majority of our income comes from the generosity of the local community across Northern Ireland and we are continually humbled by the support we receive and grateful for every single donation. We have seen the demand for our specialist care services increase over the last year, and with the help of our supporters, we can continue to be there for families when they need us most". 

The beauty of this year’s virtual Hospice Walk  is that anyone can take part wherever in the county, country or world they live and still be part of our Hospice Walking Community. You can also plan your route to take in places of particular significance, or landmarks that are related to special memories with your loved ones.

This year’s Hospice Walk is free to take part in. If you raise £50, you'll receive a commemorative 40th anniversary medal, raise £100 or more and you'll get a branded eco-friendly water bottle too.

To register, visit: www.nihospice.org/walk

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