The Leukaemia Unit appeal fund for the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley became a registered charity in February 1989, but fundraising had been taking place prior to this date since the opening of Russells Hall Hospital in 1984, when the need for a unit was identified.
The Georgina Unit was opened in April 1998 with an official opening by Ian Botham MBE in June of that year. Ian Botham and the late Earl of Dudley are the two Patrons of the Fund.
The charity with your help is able to help patients, with holidays, special days, life Events and more recently Transport from home to and from treatment.
The charity helps staff with educational scholarships, study days, conferences etc. this aid’s staff in their ongoing knowledge into cancer care , your support of staff is very much appreciated.
The charity throughout the pandemic sponsored a chemotherapy at home service , which undoubtedly helped to save lives .
The charity is now with your help; looking to sponsor the extension of this service, allowing more patients to benefit from this incredible service. The estimated cost is £600,000 .
The charity is also fundraising to enable alterations to be undertaken to the Georgina, west C4 ward area. This will improve inpatient facilities for patients with an approximate cost of £150,000.
So, please continue to make your donations, since every penny goes directly into the charity.
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