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
A grateful daughter, who was supported by the Butterfly Volunteers during her much-loved dad's final days at Colchester Hospital, speaks about the value this service gave to her. Read more
Christchurch Park is set to be awash with colour on Saturday 28 September with a colour run hosted by Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity. Read more
Keen dog lover Tracy McCarthy shares her journey through radiotherapy, from the initial referral to the treatment she received. Read more to find out how the radiotherapy team played a crucial role in her recovery and support. Read more
Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity honours Suzanne Isherwood's 41 year NHS career by launching a new Radiotherapy Fund. Read more about Suzanne's inspiring journey and how the new fund aims to further improve the experience of radiotherapy patients. Read more
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and Colchester & Ipswich Hospital’s Charity are delighted to announce the opening of a new wellbeing garden at Colchester Hospital in Essex, created in partnership with NHS Charities Together. Read more
Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity celebrated nearing the end of the Children’s Appeal at Ipswich Hospital by holding its final Welly Walk at Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park on Saturday 13 July. Read more
Cancer services have been handed a £29,000 boost thanks to the generosity of a global shipping company MSC Read more
Hospital Hero Hikers raise £30,000 after walking over 21 miles from Ipswich Hospital to Colchester Hospital, during the beautiful bank holiday weekend. Read more
A new, modern x-ray machine has been installed at Aldeburgh Hospital thanks to the generosity of local people. Read more
We're is inviting families to sign up to stomp your way round Jimmy’s Farm and Wildlife Park and help make this year’s Welly Walk its biggest yet. Read more
Charitable funding from Jess Grant Celebration and Colchester & Ipswich Hospital's Charity enables young patients to receive Musical Therapy. Read more
A brave family have come together to show support for the Cancer Wellbeing fund in light of their loving father and husbands brain tumor diagnosis. Read more
An unused balcony at Colchester Hospital has been transformed with Charity donations, into a wellbeing garden for staff and patients to use. Read more
Designed by award winning garden designer Adam Frost, the new wellbeing garden at Colchester Hospital aims to be a relaxing and restorative space for NHS staff, patients and visitors. Read more
Following the heart-breaking discovery that her third child, Calliope was born sleeping, Kirstie found comfort in the compassionate guidance of a bereavement officer. Read more
Family to walk 21 miles at the Hospital Hero Hike to honour their farther and give back to the department who cared for him for over 25 years. Read more
Every day our volunteers do random acts of kindness by support patients and staff across our hospitals. Read more
A Wivenhoe couple have thanked hospital staff for the care they gave their baby son and are set to donate a share of £60,000 to them in his memory. Read more
Funds raised at the Hospital Hero Hike have helped transform the experience of stroke patients at Colchester Hospital. Read more
You are invited to walk side-by-side with our amazing NHS staff and take part in our popular Hospital Hero Hike! Read more
Take a look inside the transformed children's department at Ipswich Hospital, as phase two completes in time for Christmas. Read more
Patients diagnosed with prostate cancer can find out more about their condition and how to prepare for treatment. Read more
Initiative named ‘Partnership of the Year’ in the HTN Digital Awards and wins the ‘Integration Excellence’ accolade at the Macmillan Professionals Excellence Awards. Read more
Work has begun on a new x-ray suite using a £320,000 gift to Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity from the Aldeburgh Hospital League of Friends. Read more
Hundreds of Santa’s braved the cold and took to Colchester Castle Park for our annual Santa Fun Run. Raising a huge amount for your local hospitals and community sites. Read more
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