by Lorraine Gibson.

Shoppers in Poole can take time out of their busy schedules to dedicate a Light up a Life star on Forest Holme’s iconic Tree of Remembrance in memory of a loved one, whether they were cared for by the local hospice or not, in exchange for a donation towards the charity.

Forest Holme Hospice charity’s tree is outside the former Marks & Spencer store and, up until Saturday, December 17, a dedicated stall alongside it will be selling Christmas merchandise.
All proceeds go towards ensuring that everyone in the community affected by life-limiting illness or bereavement gets the care and support they need, either at home or in the charity’s dedicated hospice facility.

Kirsty Perks, fundraiser at Forest Holme, said: “We are delighted to have our tree returning and we are so grateful to the Dolphin Shopping Centre for their continued support.
“Like many charities, 2022 has been a very challenging year for fundraising, so we’re so grateful to have this opportunity and look forward to seeing many familiar and new faces visiting us to remember a loved-one.”

Visit forestholmehospice.org.uk.