Small Acts of Friendship is a campaign launched by Friends of Brighton & Hove Hospitals in October 2017 in partnership with the Elderly Care team at the Royal Sussex County Hospital.

It is a programme of activities, ranging from hairdressing to music and poetry groups, which help patients keep a sense of dignity, social activity and well-being in hospital. It has benefited over 3,000 patients and was identified as an example of outstanding practice in the CQC report.

In 2020 Small Acts of Friendship is extending to provide support during bereavement. We are planning to fund Friends Rooms where patients can end their lives peacefully and Friendship bags to provide all the information relatives need.

We are also rolling Small Acts of Friendship out to Mill View Hospital, supporting physical fitness and hobbies to help mental health recovery.

You can help by giving us money directly, coming to events, getting involved in Friends activities or by volunteering. Whatever you can give makes Small Acts of Friendship possible. Thank you.