Spending the winter in a healthcare setting can be lonely and frustrating, and this year, with the coronavirus pandemic still causing strains on healthcare providers and worrying both carers and patients, BCHC Charity believe it is more important than ever to help brighten the winter period.

Each year, BCHC Charity provides around 450 Christmas gifts for inpatients of all ages, as well as providing party supplies, festive activities, and entertainment. Although the support we're offering this year will be a little different, we're committed to doing everything we can support the wellbeing of our patients, service users and colleagues across BCHC.

By donating to our Spread the Sparkle Winter Appeal, you will be helping us to provide much-needed morale boosters, gifts, treats, entertainment and relaxation items for those under our care, or providing that care, this winter. We've been working closely with team leads and department heads to ensure that we can provide exactly what is needed to help support wellbeing and relieve stress and boredom during this difficult time of the year.

£5 could buy a gift or toy for a patient spending Christmas under BCHC care

£20 could help provide a spare pair of pyjamas for the winter for a patient who is unable to see their family due to visitation restrictions/limitations

£30 could provide an activity pack for patients and service users throughout the winter to help reduce stress and boredom

£50 could provide a ward with craft kits and jigsaws to help spread some festive cheer

We also have an Amazon Wishlist packed with winter gifts and activity packs, if you would prefer to purchase an item specifically: https://bit.ly/BCHCWinterWishlist

BCHC Charity is the official charity supporting Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. We fund equipment, research and facilities not part of core NHS services. Your support helps us provide the 'extras' that bring a smile to patients who access our services and enhance their experience under our care.