Today is #GivingTuesday

On this global day of giving back, we are focusing on the Neurorehabilitation Unit at The National Hospital
It has been a difficult year for us all. As it draws to a close, we want to give you a chance to take something positive from 2020 and help to make a real difference.

This year, understandably, some of our appeals haven't had the level of support that they normally would. So today we're asking you to give a helping hand to our Neurorehabilitation Unit Appeal.

The Neurorehabilitation Unit (NRU) provides specialist rehab for people over the age of 16 with the most severe life-changing brain and spinal cord disorders. The money raised will help the redevelopment and refurbishment of the unit's dayroom to boost accessibility and comfort. Dr Val Stevenson, Neurologist & Clinical Director of Rehabilitation at The National Hospital (above), tells us above why this project is just so crucial for the wellbeing of patients and staff.

Former patient Emily Fletcher, who stayed on the unit after surgery to remove a mass in her brain, shares how the unit was so vital to her recovery:

“I had surgery where I lost all fine motor skills on my left-hand side. Thanks to the amazing team at the Neurorehab Unit I learned how to walk again and how to live independently − and most importantly, I gained back the confidence I had lost after surgery.”
Emily Fletcher

The newly-renovated unit will provide:

• Much-improved accessibility for wheelchair users
• Clear, designated areas for different uses (eating, TV, leisure including art and music)
• Separate screened-off TV and quiet areas
• Private family area with space for visiting children
• New reception area where staff can greet visitors and monitor day room activity
• Improved staff room

But we need your support to make this happen and reach our goal of £120,000. If you are able to make a donation − however small − we would be so grateful. You can do this using the button below which links to our JustGiving page, or via the donate button at the top of this e-letter, stating Giving Tuesday or NeuroRehab Appeal in the 'Reason for Donation' box.

If you're unable to make a donation at this time, you can still show your support by voting for us to win £1,000 for the Neurorehab Appeal, as part of Ecclesiastical's '12 Days of Giving' campaign. If you haven't done so already, it only takes one minute to vote and all you need is our charity number (290173) and to select the 'health' category.

Thank you for supporting us so that we can continue to fund these amazing and life-changing projects in Queen Square.