A Poole hospice charity is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a special display of 1,000 handcrafted stained glass fritillaria flowers.
The display can be seen in the garden at Merley House from Saturday April 27 to Thursday May 2 but the flowers are available for pre-purchase now.
They’ve been created by artist Ellie Drake-Lee from Garden Glass Art.
Forest Holme Hospice Charity was founded to raise funds for the then new specialist palliative care unit based in Seldown Road, Poole.
Since then donations from supporters have helped the hospice to care for over 30,000 patients and their families.
Formerly known as Friends of Forest Holme, the charity has grown to meet the increasing demand for the hospice services.
It is led by a team of specialist doctors, nurses, counsellors and specialist care teams.
They provide practical and emotional support for adults of all ages and their families in a variety of settings, such as their own home, nursing home, care home, in Poole Hospital or in the hospice itself.
To coincide with its anniversary, the charity is also to hold a number of other activities and initiatives throughout the year.
They include a £30 For 30 Years appeal and numerous fundraising and challenge events as well as the annual Tie A Yellow Ribbon and Light Up a Life remembrance services.
Hannah O’Hare, CEO, said, “This year is an opportunity to reflect on all that has been achieved during the last 30 years, remembering all those whose lives have been touched by Forest Holme, and thanking everyone who has been a part of making the hospice what it is today.
“The remarkable unwavering support of our community has enabled us to care for thousands of local people living with life limiting illnesses, so here’s to the next 30 years of compassion, dignity, and quality end-of-life care for all.”