Blakelands Lodge Care Home Delivers Holiday Cheer to Bedford General Hospital

Blakelands Lodge Care Home in Marston Moretaine spread the joy of the festive season by delivering Christmas presents to the Riverbank Children’s Ward and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Bedford General Hospital.

This thoughtful gesture was made possible through the efforts of Home Manager James Eeles-Feeney, who organized a quiz and raffle in memory of his late mother, Sheelagh Feeney. The fundraising event raised an incredible £300, which was used to fulfil the hospital’s Give a Gift Appeal.

The hospital expressed its gratitude for the generous gifts, which included toys, books, and essential items for the NICU. Kristie Robinson from the NICU said,

‘The gifts we receive make a huge difference to the children in the ward. Hospital can seem a daunting place to be over Christmas and the gifts we get help to make Christmas a happy time for all who are on the ward. The smiles we see are because of the donations we receive.’

James Eeles-Feeney added, ‘It was truly heartwarming to be able to give back to the local community, particularly in memory of my mother.

‘The success of our quiz and raffle is a testament to the kindness of our residents, their families, and friends at Blakelands Lodge. We are so pleased to have brightened the holiday season for the children and families at Bedford General Hospital.’

To find out more about Blakelands Lodge, call 01234 862 629 or email Blakelands.lodge@hc-one.co.uk.