Spending the winter in a healthcare setting can be scary, frustrating and lonely, and this year, the coronavirus pandemic continues to affect NHS healthcare providers and worrying both carers and patients.

By donating to our Project Elf 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.

£5 could buy a gift for a patient spending Christmas under NCH&C care.

£20 could fund patient nightwear pack, which is a challenge with no visitors on wards.

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

£50 could help us create a winter wellbeing package to help our hard working colleagues build resilience.

Get involved this year by taking part in Festive Footwear Friday on Friday 10 December. Wear your most festive socks and donate £1 to our campaign by texting SOCKS to 70470 or you can make a donation on this page.

NCH&C Charitable Fund is the official charity supporting Norfolk Community Health & Care NHS 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.