People with dementia and delirium can now enjoy interactive games and stimulating scenes following the introduction of state-of-the-art sensory kit at East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT). Read more
Keen boxer Curtis Rimmington always values his visits to the Cancer Wellbeing and Information Centre at Colchester Hospital. For the 31-year-old describes the centre as a “safe space” where you can always find a cup of tea, listening ear and a friendly face ready to help. Read more
When Jan was diagnosed with a rare form of blood cancer in August 2022, she didn’t know where to turn. Despite receiving fantastic support from husband John, she felt she needed other people to talk to – and found exactly what she was looking for at the Cancer Wellbeing and Information Centre at Colchester Hospital. Read more
Calm, compassionate people with excellent listening skills are being encouraged to join a team of specialist volunteers who offer vital support to end-of-life patients at Colchester Hospital. Read more
Thanks to your generous fundraising and donations, in 2022/23 he charity was able to provide £2.793 million of grants to support NHS patients, staff and healthcare in our local community. The stories below highlight the impact and difference charitable donations make to your local NHS services. Donate Now
We are deeply saddened by the news that Noah Jones also known as Background Bob has died. Read more
The Cancer Wellbeing Appeal launches to ensure East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust can continue to offer a full range of personalised services to patients and their families who are on a cancer journey. Read more
Colchester Critical Care dare devils share how they have used the funds raised from their tandem skydive in June to benefit patient care. Read more
Award-winning gardener and BBC Gardener's World Presenter Adam Frost unveils brand new wellbeing garden design for Colchester Hospital. Read more
Hardy hikers have raised £39,500 for Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity after pulling on their walking boots and trekking across the Essex and Suffolk countryside during the annual Hospital Hero Hike. Read more
Ipswich Hospitals new Breast Care Centre officially opened by NHS Chief Executive Amanda Pritchard. Read more
Specialist anaesthetic system, called a Drager Fabius® MRI, is now in use at Colchester Hospital thanks to a £30,000 donation from the League of Friends. Read more
A mental health first aider who completed his training thanks to funding from our charity has spoken of the benefits the role has brought to both his professional and personal life. Read more
Patients receiving treatment for breast cancer at Ipswich Hospital can now take time out in a calming and homely quiet room decorated with specially chosen local artwork. Read more
The Breast Care Centre at Ipswich Hospital has today, Tuesday 24 January fully opened to patients after the final two services moved into the brand new state-of-the-art unit. Read more
The second phase of a multi-million-pound project to redevelop the children’s department at Ipswich Hospital starts next week. Read more
Art can help us stay well, aid our recovery, and support us to live longer, better lives. We think everyone should be able to benefit from art. Read more about our recent project to brighten Ipswich Hospital and our partnership with paintings in hospitals. Read more
Young patients and their families can now receive care in bright, spacious and welcoming surroundings after the first phase of the children’s department is completed. Read more
A gardening expert who describes the cancer care she received from East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT) as “exemplary” has given her backing to a charity appeal to help fund a new breast care centre at Ipswich Hospital. Read more
When we think of a nurse or engineer, we don’t think of them as inventors. But that’s exactly what a nurse and hospital engineer at East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust have become after they designed a new product. Read more
Today’s we’re giving you a sneak peak of the progress which is being made on a multi-million pound project to redevelop the children’s ward and outpatient department at Ipswich Hospital. Read more
Cardiologists at East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT) are now able to carry out additional specialist tests to help diagnose heart problems following the introduction of new charity-funded equipment. Read more
Specialist classes designed to help patients to overcome problems associated with treatment for breast cancer at Colchester Hospital thanks to the help of charitable funding. Read more
The ‘topping out’ is complete on a new multi-million Breast Care Centre under construction at Ipswich Hospital. Teams have laid the final roof tile which marks a major milestone in the building project. Read more
The Doctors’ Mess at both Colchester and Ipswich Hospitals have recently received some much needed upgrades. Our doctors are now able to enjoy a break away from their clinical duties in a more relaxing environment. Read more
Thanks to your generous donations and grants received to our COVID-19 Staff Wellbeing Appeal, we’ve been able to create this beautiful haven for all staff to take a well-earned break – indoors or out – away from the hustle and bustle of the main hospital in Ipswich. Read more
The first floor facilities of ‘Villa 8’ have always been a sociable hub for a short break or to make a cuppa, but they were tired and in desperate need of an uplift. The space has been transformed into mini oasis for staff from the education, library, medical and clinical education teams to enjoy. Read more
Patients at Ipswich Hospital are now able to relax to soothing lighting, music and projected images during their radiotherapy planning scan with thanks to your generosity. Read more
The new £6.2million Breast Care Centre at Ipswich Hospital is on track to be built this year. Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity have confirmed they have just over £500,000 to raise for The Blossom Appeal and building work is due to commence on site in the spring. Read more
Laura Dolan was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer in 2017. The mum-of-three had breast surgery and eight rounds of chemotherapy. Read more
In September 2018 we launched The Eye Appeal to raise £55,000 for a portable, non-invasive imaging machine called an OCT. An OCT has the potential to detect and diagnose eye diseases earlier and as this model is portable it will be particularly beneficial to patients who cannot access our other equipment. Read more